BGS Institutional Custodian

BGS Institutional Custodian

Buildings and General Services at the State of Vermont has an exciting opportunity with room for growth as a Custodian Institutional, with Operations and Maintenance. The BGS Custodian Institutional is tasked with custodial cleaning and minor maintenance work caring for the Vermont Psychiatric Care Hospital (VPCH). This position will:

• Work individually or as part of a group at the assigned facility
• Clean patient rooms, bathrooms, offices, and other patient/resident spaces
• Strip and wax floors, spot and extract carpet
• Operate motorized floorcare equipment
• Instruct others in work methods and proper use of equipment
• Keep an inventory of supplies and may submit orders
• Perform related work as required

This is a full-time position and the hours are 12pm to 8:30pm Saturday through Wednesday. A valid driver's license and successful completion of a criminal background check are required. As part of the Operations & Maintenance Division, you'll be joining the largest team within BGS, offering real opportunities for growth and skill development. This position is eligible for a sign-on and retention bonus of up to $1000! Only new hires employed by BGS as a BGS Institutional Custodian in the location specified in this job posting are eligible for this bonus program.

This position, BGS Institutional Custodian (Job Requisition #53997), is open to all State employees and external applicants. If you would like more information about this position, please contact James DeSisto at View email address on click.appcast.io. Environmental factors include duties performed in a hospital or rehabilitation environment, including office, classroom, and patient care settings. Direct interaction with patients or residents may be extensive, leading to potential exposure to infectious disease or physical injury. Duties may, at times, extend beyond the normal daytime and work week hours. Must be able to work outdoors in all types of weather. Good physical condition and ability to climb ladders and lift heavy weights and equipment (up to 60 lbs.) is necessary. Some overtime may be required.

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent AND three (3) years or more experience of building custodial work that included floor maintenance tasks such as stripping and waxing floors and carpet extraction. OR Two (2) years as a BGS Custodian II. Special Requirements: Some positions in this class require a valid driver's license and own transportation for travel between work locations. Candidates must pass any level of background investigation applicable to the position.

Total Compensation: As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including: 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI) Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan Tuition Reimbursement Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts Low cost group life insurance Incentive-based Wellness Program Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Equal Opportunity Employer: The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.