Position Summary

Are you looking for a stable and rewarding maintenance and custodial career at a dynamic community college? Do you have experience performing maintenance work including minor facilities, equipment repair, and custodial experience? Skagit Valley College (SVC) is currently accepting applications for a full-time, benefits-eligible Maintenance Custodian. Hours of work are typically Monday through Friday, 4:00 pm – 12:30 am, which includes a shift premium of $174 per month. During the summer, this position may work an adjusted shift. This work schedule is subject to change according to business needs. The Maintenance Custodian will perform routine maintenance in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, mechanical and related work on buildings, facilities, and equipment as well as custodial duties to maintain the cleanliness and care of the college facilities.

This is a full-time, benefits and retirement-eligible classified position at the Mount Vernon Campus. This position will work under the general supervision of the Custodian Supervisor.

Nestled between the Cascade Mountains and Puget Sound in the northwest corner of Washington State, Skagit Valley College is located 60 miles north of Seattle and 80 miles south of Vancouver, BC. SVC was established in 1926 in Mount Vernon. Operating as one college with several campuses and centers, SVC serves Skagit, Island, and San Juan Counties with campuses in Mount Vernon and Oak Harbor, centers in Friday Harbor and Langley, and a Marine Manufacturing and Technology Center in Anacortes.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Repair classroom equipment, office furniture (desks, chairs, pencil sharpeners, etc.), hardware, locks, and custodial equipment;
• Perform minor repairs on plumbing and clogged drains;
• Perform minor repairs on electrical circuits;
• Repair or replace lights, fixtures, and ballasts; Perform minor carpentry work;
• Paint offices, classrooms, restrooms, and patch holes in walls as required;
• Hang equipment and materials on walls; Perform minor repairs on partitions;
• Perform routine scheduled maintenance work on facilities and equipment;
• Change filters and perform periodic maintenance on HVAC systems;
• Report defective fixtures or equipment to appropriate personnel;
• Mop and wax floors; Clean and sanitize restrooms and shower facilities (toilets, sinks, fixtures, floors, showers, etc.);
• Wash interior and exterior windows and entrance doors;
• Empty trash/waste baskets and recycle containers;
• Sweep, dust, vacuum, and clean hallways, offices, classrooms, entryways, and sidewalks;
• Review inventory of supplies and materials for assigned building and request supplies as needed;
• Move or rearrange classroom furniture and equipment, and move and set up furniture for special events;
• Pressure wash sidewalks, buildings, and other exterior surfaces;
• Deliver supplies and materials;
• Prioritize work orders and complete assignments with minimal supervision and in a timely manner;
• Assure that building doors and windows are locked, alarms are set, and lights are turned off;
• Report unsecured areas and unauthorized occupants to appropriate personnel;
• Maintain, repair, and operate truck mount carpet machine;
• May mix chemicals and maintain or refill dilution control units in custodial areas;
• May drive college vehicles between campus buildings to carry trash, recycle, furniture, and custodial equipment;
• May shovel snow, apply ice melt compounds, operate power snow removal equipment;
• May instruct other personnel in routine maintenance or custodial techniques;
• May perform as a leader in a team situation when covering open areas and on large-scale operations.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge and understanding of:

• Basic plumbing concepts and practices;
• Basic electrical concepts and methods;
• Basic carpentry;
• Basic HVAC maintenance;
• Basic mechanical systems of commercial buildings;
• Equipment repair and maintenance;
• Routine maintenance procedures;
• Custodial cleaning techniques;
• Safe handling of basic cleaning chemicals;
• Safety procedures for custodial and regular maintenance;
• Safety procedures for handling blood-borne pathogens.

Ability to:

• Perform minor electrical repairs and replacements;
• Perform minor plumbing repairs and replacements;
• Perform minor carpentry repairs on buildings;
• Perform repairs on building mechanical systems;
• Perform equipment repairs;
• Operate hand and power tools related to custodial and maintenance duties;
• Perform a variety of custodial cleaning techniques;
• Work effectively as a member of a team;
• Read and write English;
• Follow written and verbal instructions;
• Prioritize work; Work with limited supervision;
• Work with a diverse group of individuals.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of the equivalent of one (1) year of full-time experience performing routine maintenance work including minor facilities and equipment repair and the equivalent of at least one (1) year of full-time custodial experience.

OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications:

• Custodial experience working in a college or public school environment.

Salary, Benefits, Conditions of Employment, Application Procedure

• Salary is based on Range 34, Step A, $2,827 per month with periodic increments to Step L, $3,650 per month. Starting salary may be dependent on education, qualifications, and experience. Salary and benefits are subject to change in accordance with legislative mandates and collective bargaining agreements. Salary is prorated for positions less than 100% full-time.
• This position is eligible for overtime pay in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act and is dependent upon continued grant funding.
• This is a union-represented position subject to a collective bargaining agreement.
• Retirement, medical and insurance benefits are provided in accordance with state regulations. Additional information on benefits can be found at https://fortress.wa.gov/hca/pebbhealthplan/compare.aspx.

Conditions of Employment:

• Prior to employment, the candidate must pass a criminal background check;
• In the interest of providing a healthy, safe, and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Skagit Valley College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.
• If hired you will be required to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.
• This classification is included in the classified staff bargaining unit, represented by the Washington Public Employees Association, WPEA. Membership in the WPEA within thirty (30) calendar days of appointment at this classification is a requisite for employment at Skagit Valley College under union shop requirements.

Application Procedure:
To be considered for this position, applicants must:

• Meet the minimum qualifications and;
• Submit a complete application to the online recruitment system at www.skagit.edu that includes the following:

• The online application, which includes answers to all supplemental questions and contact information for at least three (3) professional references;
• A current resume; (Attachment: Resume)
• A cover letter addressing how your education and experience relate to the duties and responsibilities of the position (Attachment: Cover Letter).

In order to be considered for the position, you must complete the online application in full and attach the required supplemental documents. Failure to provide this information may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Application Deadline: Priority screening will begin after April 28, 2023. Applications received on or before this date will receive first consideration. Applications received after the screening date may be considered until the position is filled.

Please be aware that the College hiring authorities reserve the right to hire one or more candidates and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process. Only candidates selected to interview will be contacted.

Application Assistance: If you have questions about the position or require special accommodation, you may contact Human Resources at (360) 416-7794, Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. SVC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may leave a TDD/TTY message at (360) 416-7718 by the application closing date. Information on SVC's Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at OPPM 3040.

For questions regarding the online application system, you may call NEOGOV Applicant Tech Support at (855) 524-5627 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. For best results, apply using one of the following browsers supported by NEOGOV: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge, and later versions of Internet Explorer.

SVC Annual Security Report: The U.S. Department of Education and the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act require all colleges to provide information to current and prospective students and employees about campus safety policies, procedures, and statistics on certain crimes, including hate crimes, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking and sexual assault. We are required to report our campus security information and statistics in an Annual Security Report, which is updated annually each October. All prospective employees may obtain a copy of the Annual Security Report from the Human Resources Office by calling (360) 416-7794 or by accessing the Report at: https://www.skagit.edu/about/safety-security-parking/

Skagit Valley College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all groups in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices. SVC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veteran or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal. All faculty and staff hired at Skagit Valley College are encouraged to embrace, continually support, and enhance diversity and equity on our campus and in our community... Annual Notice of Non-Discrimination.

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