Custodian 1 (WPEA)

Moses Lake, WA - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 34668 - 45732

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position Summary

Big Bend Community College (BBCC) a rural college serving vibrant culturally rich communities in the Columbia Basin of Central Washington invites applications for a Custodian 1 in the colleges Custodial Services Department. Under general supervision this position performs a variety of custodial and general maintenance duties in and around campus facilities. This position reports to the Custodial Services Supervisor and works Monday through Thursday from 1:00pm to 10:00pm and Friday from 1:00pm to 7:30pm.

Positions in the Custodial Services Department are represented by the Washington Public Employees Association (WPEA).

BBCCs organizational strength is captured in our small but mighty spirit. A small college taking on BIG things to enact BIG change to lift our students and employees. We are dedicated to extending postsecondary access to all our service district members and providing an environment for all to grow personally and professionally steered by our mission and vision.

Vision: To become our communities first choice to dream learn and succeed.

Mission

Serve as a Bridge

Stand as a Leader

Support for Success

Our guiding principles are a call to action establishing a standard for how we interact with each other present BBCC in the community serve students AND act upon areas of inequity.

Guiding Principles

Honor our Role as a Hispanic-Serving Institution

Advocate for Equity Inclusion & Diversity

Embrace our Workplace Norms

Innovate Proactively

Model Integrity

Educate All

If you share these values we encourage you to come be a part of the movement happening at Big Bend Community College. This position closes on February 16 2026. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time so a prompt response is encouraged.

Essential Job Duties

Primary essential duties and responsibilities include but will not be limited to the following:

Perform Various Types of Custodial Duties - 85%
Vacuum carpets sweep mop dust-mop scrub strip wax and polish floors. Clean dry erase boards and trays dust furnishings wash windows spot wash walls wipe tables; vacuum and spot clean upholstered furniture; vacuum and spot clean fixtures. Empty trash and remove from building to waste collection areas remove and collect various recycle material. Clean and disinfect drinking fountains. Clean and disinfect bathrooms toilets sinks touch points and floors; fill in for other custodians as required stock and replenish custodial supplies closets carts; check and report burned out light bulbs to supervisor.

Event/Activity Set-ups - 10%
Set up equipment chairs tables staging etc. for mainly on campus activities along with one off-campus activity (graduation). Moves furniture and equipment; arranges tables and chairs for special events. Move furniture when necessary to deep clean floors.

Snow Removal - 2%
During winter months assist with snow removal just around entrances to buildings - shovel entrances where equipment isnt able to operate and throw deicer down.

Minor Maintenance & Repair Work - 1%
Regular maintenance of deep cleaning equipment when used; rotate shampoo roller change pads on floor equipment. Change batteries in equipment: automated paper towel dispensers automatic toilet flusher clocks etc.

Maintain Inventory Sheets/Misc. - 1%
Check cleaning equipment in and out. Record any materials and/or supplies taken to another building. Allowing for supervisor to order and maintain adequate inventory. As the last occupant in buildings be sure to secure and set alarms.

Work Setting including hazards:
Must have the physical ability to: stand and walk on a consistent basis; lift push pull 0-50 lb; climb ladders bend squat reach; twist hands wrists shoulders waist hips and also the repetitive of the above. Must have good hand dexterity including grasping holding and repetitive movements. Must have good vision clear vision near and far depth perception and field of vision. Must have good communication skills both oral and written; reading skills and good interpersonal relationships. Must be able to follow and receive instructions and receive supervision. Must have good cognitive skills including short and long term memory attention to detail abstract reasoning and decision making. Aptitude for basic math - use of ratios and percentages.

Travel Requirements:
Must be able to travel for specified trainings and drive campus vehicles and equipment around campus which includes a valid driver license and proof of insurance.

Tools and Equipment:
Must have the ability to wear safety equipment which includes chemical protection goggles safety glasses face shields dust masks ear plugs ear muffs hard hats back support belt/brace wrist supports elbow supports knee pads gloves protective clothing rain gear protective foot wear.

Customer Interactions:
Must have the ability to work with others including students staff faculty and the community.

Other:
Must have the physical ability to deal with environmental stresses emergency situations deadlines a variety of duties and working alone. Must be able to work with the following conditions: wet floors dust fumes odors working inside and outside handling chemicals and cleaning agents. Must possess the desire for continual skill and professional development trainings.

Minimum & Desirable Qualifications

At the time of application all candidates must posses the following:

Required Qualifications:
High school graduation or equivalent; physical ability to do required work; six months experience in custodial work; and the ability to read and write in English. Must be able to travel for specified trainings and drive campus vehicles and equipment around campus which includes a valid driver license and proof of insurance.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:
Custodial experience with large institution custodial standards and requirements; self-discipline and self-motivation; ability to work with college staff in a pleasant and productive manner; possess a basic understanding of computer skills particularly word processing and email; and excellent customer service skills.

Application Instructions

This position is open until filled. Priority consideration will be given to applicants whose complete application has been received byFebruary 16 2026. Big Bend Community College reserves the right to offer this position to a qualified candidate at any time so a prompt response is encouraged.
To qualify for considerationapplicantsmust meet required qualifications andsubmita complete application packet which includes the following:

BBCC Online application.
Cover letter addressing why you are interested in this position and how your qualifications make you the ideal candidate.*
Comprehensive resume or CV.*
Response(s) to the questions found in the Supplemental Questions Tab above.* Supplemental questions are designed to address the Additional Desirable qualifications list in the job posting.
Unofficial transcripts documenting undergraduate and graduate course work and degrees. Official transcripts required upon employment.*

NOTE:You must complete the online application in full and respond to the required supplemental questions. Failure to provide this information or responses of See Resume may eliminate you from consideration for this position.The college reserves the right to remove documents submitted but not requested by BBCC as part of the application process. These documents include but are not limited to statements of teaching philosophy diversity statement letters of recommendation student evaluations performance evaluations etc.

BBCC reserves the right to not fill this position reject all applicants reopen the position or make a direct appointment. Applications received during this recruitment may be used to fill future vacancies at the Colleges discretion.

This posting does not reflect the entire job description and may be changed and/or modified at any time without notice
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CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080 applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for or have left a position during an investigation into a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicants current or past employers. By law post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete the questions.
Prior to employment a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicants suitability and competence to perform the position.
An offer of employment will not carry with it any responsibility or obligation on the part of Big Bend Community College to sponsor an H-1B compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 proof of authorization to work in the United States will be required at the time of hire.
Official transcripts must be provided to the college upon hire.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:
Big Bend provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students employees and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the American with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
Please direct all inquiries regarding compliance with access equal opportunity and/or grievances to the Vice President of Human Resources & Labor/Equal Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator/Section 504 Coordinator BBCC 7662 Chanute Street NE Moses Lake WA 98837; or via email at.

DRUG AND ALCOHOL-FREE CAMPUS:
In compliance with state and federal regulations BBCC is committed to a safe and drug and alcohol-free campus. Employees are expected to comply with BBCCs policy prohibiting illegal drug use or activity including notifications of criminal drug convictions and the use of prescription drugs or over-the-counter medications that are likely to affect job safety. The complete policy and procedure are available to view on the policies page of the BBCC website. Printed copies of the policy and procedure are available by contacting the Human Resources Office at .
BBCC ANNUAL SECURITY REPORT:

BBCC strives to be a safe and secure campus for our students employees and community. Detailed information regarding campus security crime statistics for the most recent-three year period and other information is available on theCampus Safety and Security page of the BBCC website. If you have questions or would like a printed copy of the materials please contact Campus Safety and Security at .

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:
Big Bend Community College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race sex sexual orientation gender identity/expression religion age color creed national or ethnic origin physical mental or sensory disability use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability marital status pregnancy status or families with children a mother breastfeeding her child AIDS/HIV or hepatitis C genetic information and/or status as a veteran or any other legally protected classification.

Position SummaryBig Bend Community College (BBCC) a rural college serving vibrant culturally rich communities in the Columbia Basin of Central Washington invites applications for a Custodian 1 in the colleges Custodial Services Department. Under general supervision this position performs a variety o...