Custodian

Custodian Position

Are you looking for a stable job with great benefits where your work truly makes a difference? The Oregon Department of Administrative Services (DAS) is hiring Custodians to keep our state buildings clean, safe, and welcoming for the employees and visitors who use them every day.

As part of our Facilities team, you'll provide custodial services using environmentally friendly products and respond to emergencies to keep buildings running smoothly.

What You'll Do

As a Custodian, you will:

• Keep spaces spotless – Sweep, mop, vacuum, and detail clean hard floors and carpets.
• Maintain restrooms and kitchens – Sanitize, restock, and make sure facilities are ready for use.
• General upkeep – Empty trash, dust, wash windows and walls, clean stairwells, and keep common areas tidy.
• Support building operations – Replace lightbulbs, remove recyclables, keep loading docks clean, and report maintenance issues.
• Respond to emergencies – Clean up spills, support weather-related work, and handle urgent tenant requests.

Working Conditions

This position requires:

• Standing and walking during entire shift on concrete, tile, and carpeted surfaces.
• Repetitive lifting, pushing, and pulling of custodial equipment such as trash containers, trash/restroom carts, and upright/backpack vacuum cleaners (up to 50 pounds).
• Repetitive bending, reaching, twisting, and occasional climbing on a ladder and occasional, short-term periods of heavy physical activity.
• May require some outside work during inclement weather, as well as the use of chemicals for sanitation.

What We Are Looking For

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Minimum 4 months of custodial experience that included operating equipment needed to perform custodial duties.
• Ability to push/pull heavy custodial equipment (and lift up to 50 pounds), crouch, stoop, bend, stand and/or walk for extended periods of time (90% of work shift).

Special Qualifications:

Oregon driver license Class C and an acceptable driving record.

Desired Attributes:

• Proven work history of reliability, consistent attendance, and strong work ethic.
• Experience organizing daily tasks, setting priorities, and finishing work on schedule.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate respectfully and give quality service to employees, tenants, and visitors.
• Demonstrated ability to spot problems, take initiative, and find solutions.
• Experience using hand tools, custodial equipment, cleaning agents, and ladders safely.
• Ability to check buildings for cleanliness and service needs, report problems, and work with others to finish tasks.
• Ability to work cooperatively with a team to reach shared goals.

Why Join DAS?

At DAS, you'll be part of a supportive team that values safety, teamwork, and innovation. We offer:

Our amazing benefits include:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, vision, and dental plans for you and your family. Additional benefits include life insurance, short- and long-term disability, deferred compensation savings plans, and flexible spending accounts for health and childcare.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 11 holidays, 3 personal business days, monthly sick leave and vacation leave that increases with years of service.
• Retirement Benefits: Membership in Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
• Wellness Resources: Support for work-life balance, health, and overall well-being.
• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Commuting: Access to Get There - Oregon's carpool matching tool and trip planner.
• Student Loan Forgiveness: Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
• Live, work, and play in Salem, Oregon.

How to Apply

Ready to join our team? Here's how to apply:

• External Applicants: Click on the "Apply" link and submit your application. View this video for help.
• Internal Applicants (Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View this knowledge article for help.
• Important Application Requirements: - At the time of application, ensure the work history in your applicant profile is up to date and attach a current copy of your resume and answer all supplemental questions. Carefully follow all instructions. Only complete applications received by the posted deadline will be considered.

Additional Details

• This recruitment is for one permanent, full-time, SEIU-represented Custodian position and may be used to fill future vacancies.
• *The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying salary range. If the successful candidate is PERS qualifying, the salary range will reflect the additional 6.95%.
• If you have questions about the announcement, or need an alternate format to apply, contact Lourdes San Juan, View email address on click.appcast.io, View phone number on click.appcast.io.
• Finalists will be subject to a computerized criminal history check, including fingerprints. Adverse background data may be grounds for immediate disqualification.
• Agency does not offer visa sponsorship. Within three days of hire, applicants will be required to complete I-9 documentation and confirm authorization to work in the United States. If your employment authorization and documentation is contingent on sponsorship now or in the future, you will not meet Agency employment eligibility standards.
• Eligible veterans who meet the qualifications will be given veterans' preference. For more information, please visit Veterans Resources.
• The State of Oregon does not request or require your age, date of birth, attendance or graduation dates from an educational institution during the application process.

Helpful Links & Resources

How to Set Job Alerts | Workday Applicant FAQ | What You Need to Know to Get the Job

Oregon Job Opportunities Webpage | Classification and Compensation | Pay Equity

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The Department of Administrative Services is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer Committed to Workforce Diversity. At the Department of Administrative Services, we embody the value of hiring a workforce representative of the communities we serve, understanding that a diverse workforce revitalizes our state. We value diversity and foster a positive and welcoming environment where all employees can thrive.