Campus Custodian
COCC
Position Details Position Information Position Title Campus Custodian Classification Title Classified Position Number B25PD Grade Level 14 Starting Wage/Salary $18.91-$19.29 /hr plus exceptional benefits Close Date 04/13/2025 Open Until Filled No Open Until Filled Notes Position Type/Employee Class Classified Faculty Status Not applicable FTE 1.0 Contract Months 12.0 Overtime Eligible Non-Exempt Location Bend Hybrid Remote Work Eligible? No Exceptional COCC Benefits Summary
CLICK HERE TO VIEW BENEFITS & PERKS Primary Purpose Under general supervision, the position performs a variety of custodial services both individually and with other Custodial Services staff in College buildings as assigned. Custodian provides superior customer service to provide a clean, safe working environment.
This custodial position interacts with faculty, staff, students, and the public during open hours. It is distinct from the Custodian Lead, which functions as a working lead over other custodial positions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Cleaning and Maintenance Perform cleaning and maintenance of assigned College buildings. This includes dust furniture and facility areas; clean light fixtures, windowsills, blinds; mop, wet mop, wax, and buff floors; clean chalkboards; wash windows; collect and dump refuse; clean and sanitize restroom fixtures, toilets, hardware, tile, mirrors, partitions, floors, etc.; and replace restroom supplies and ensure toilets are clear of debris. Act on customer special requests for removal of debris; clean-up of spills, and similar custodial needs. Perform specialized custodial work upon the request of the staff members and supervisor. Empty large and small trash containers, remove miscellaneous debris and discarded building materials such as broken plaster, wood, and brick. Empty large and small recycling containers, ensure proper replacement of containers with educational labels/posters in alignment and assist Campus Services in waste reduction activities. Remove snow, ice, and debris from building entrances, sidewalks, and other areas as required. Facilities Move and set up desks, chairs, stages, podiums, and furniture, miscellaneous equipment and supplies required for meetings and special events. Operate and clean various equipment, including power-cleaning equipment, such as buffers, scrubbers, and extractors. Assist with monitoring building security by securing doors and performing periodic security checks to the various College buildings. Campus Services’ Department Attend various meetings, complete required training, and follow department policies, procedures, and safety requirements. Comply with varying specific duties, tasks or combinations of tasks that may change to meet the needs of the department. Facility assignments and work shifts may also change to meet the needs of the department. Serve as essential personnel responding to emergencies such as safety situations, security alarms, inclement weather, water leaks, and like situations. Perform other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position. Department Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using another combination of skills and abilities.
Working knowledge of the principles and techniques of cleaning floors, restrooms, glass, mirrors, objects, and surfaces within assigned areas. Working knowledge of the equipment, safety procedures, and work hazards. Requires sufficient skill and the ability to: operate push and hand brooms, electric vacuums and buffers; prepare and apply cleaning solutions and waxes; remove dirt, grease, dust, and fingerprints from surfaces. Requires sufficient reading skills to read labels, instructions, measurement devices, and similar, basic mathematical skills, and writing skills to document activity. Possess effective verbal and customer service skills. Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with limited supervision. Ability to operate custodial equipment, such as, but not limited to, commercial carpet cleaning, high power sprayers, and common custodial equipment. Ability to work closely with other Custodial Staff, be a team player, and follow instructions. Ability to use sound judgment related to time management and escalating situations to the supervisor. Ability to interact and/or work with faculty, students, staff, and visitors in a respectful and courteous manner. Ability to work cooperatively with and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience. Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Ergonomic Requirements Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises, considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling requires of objects up to 50 pounds. The individual must reach, bend, stoop, crouch, and perform similar functions. Persons in this position may be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials. Hours and shifts vary for this position to meet the needs of the department and College. The work schedule can include all seven (7) days of the week, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. All individuals are required to be able to perform these movements and essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Minimum Requirements Education High school diploma or equivalent ExperienceOne-year custodial, maintenance and/or customer service experienceOtherValid Oregon Driver’s license, and the ability to meet the College requirements to drive campus vehicles; or the ability to obtain within 30-days of employment. Equivalency Statement The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process. Preferred Qualifications More than one-year custodial, maintenance and/or customer service experience EEO Statement The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.
This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.
In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting. Supplemental Questions
CLICK HERE TO VIEW BENEFITS & PERKS Primary Purpose Under general supervision, the position performs a variety of custodial services both individually and with other Custodial Services staff in College buildings as assigned. Custodian provides superior customer service to provide a clean, safe working environment.
This custodial position interacts with faculty, staff, students, and the public during open hours. It is distinct from the Custodian Lead, which functions as a working lead over other custodial positions. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Cleaning and Maintenance Perform cleaning and maintenance of assigned College buildings. This includes dust furniture and facility areas; clean light fixtures, windowsills, blinds; mop, wet mop, wax, and buff floors; clean chalkboards; wash windows; collect and dump refuse; clean and sanitize restroom fixtures, toilets, hardware, tile, mirrors, partitions, floors, etc.; and replace restroom supplies and ensure toilets are clear of debris. Act on customer special requests for removal of debris; clean-up of spills, and similar custodial needs. Perform specialized custodial work upon the request of the staff members and supervisor. Empty large and small trash containers, remove miscellaneous debris and discarded building materials such as broken plaster, wood, and brick. Empty large and small recycling containers, ensure proper replacement of containers with educational labels/posters in alignment and assist Campus Services in waste reduction activities. Remove snow, ice, and debris from building entrances, sidewalks, and other areas as required. Facilities Move and set up desks, chairs, stages, podiums, and furniture, miscellaneous equipment and supplies required for meetings and special events. Operate and clean various equipment, including power-cleaning equipment, such as buffers, scrubbers, and extractors. Assist with monitoring building security by securing doors and performing periodic security checks to the various College buildings. Campus Services’ Department Attend various meetings, complete required training, and follow department policies, procedures, and safety requirements. Comply with varying specific duties, tasks or combinations of tasks that may change to meet the needs of the department. Facility assignments and work shifts may also change to meet the needs of the department. Serve as essential personnel responding to emergencies such as safety situations, security alarms, inclement weather, water leaks, and like situations. Perform other duties as assigned that support the overall objective of the position. Department Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using another combination of skills and abilities.
Working knowledge of the principles and techniques of cleaning floors, restrooms, glass, mirrors, objects, and surfaces within assigned areas. Working knowledge of the equipment, safety procedures, and work hazards. Requires sufficient skill and the ability to: operate push and hand brooms, electric vacuums and buffers; prepare and apply cleaning solutions and waxes; remove dirt, grease, dust, and fingerprints from surfaces. Requires sufficient reading skills to read labels, instructions, measurement devices, and similar, basic mathematical skills, and writing skills to document activity. Possess effective verbal and customer service skills. Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with limited supervision. Ability to operate custodial equipment, such as, but not limited to, commercial carpet cleaning, high power sprayers, and common custodial equipment. Ability to work closely with other Custodial Staff, be a team player, and follow instructions. Ability to use sound judgment related to time management and escalating situations to the supervisor. Ability to interact and/or work with faculty, students, staff, and visitors in a respectful and courteous manner. Ability to work cooperatively with and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience. Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. Ergonomic Requirements Work involves moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises, considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling requires of objects up to 50 pounds. The individual must reach, bend, stoop, crouch, and perform similar functions. Persons in this position may be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials. Hours and shifts vary for this position to meet the needs of the department and College. The work schedule can include all seven (7) days of the week, including evenings, weekends and holidays.
Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. All individuals are required to be able to perform these movements and essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Minimum Requirements Education High school diploma or equivalent ExperienceOne-year custodial, maintenance and/or customer service experienceOtherValid Oregon Driver’s license, and the ability to meet the College requirements to drive campus vehicles; or the ability to obtain within 30-days of employment. Equivalency Statement The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process. Preferred Qualifications More than one-year custodial, maintenance and/or customer service experience EEO Statement The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.
This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.
In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting. Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* What is your highest level of education? No High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED Professional Certification or License (not a degree) Associates Degree Bachelors Degree in Progress Bachelors Degree Masters Degree In Progress Masters Degree Ph.D. in Progress Ph.D. J.D. M.D. Other Doctorate Level Degree * Please describe how you meet the minimum requirements of one year custodial, maintenance and/or customer service experience.(Open Ended Question)
* The College recognizes the value of skills, knowledge, and experience gained outside of formal education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum education and/or experience requirements but possess other qualifications or experience they feel are equivalent are encouraged to apply. Check the applicable box(es) below and explain in the next question why your feel your education/experience should be considered equivalent. I meet all minimum requirements (education and experience) listed for this position. I do not meet the minimum education degree requirement(s). For example, the position requires a Bachelor's degree, I have an Associate's degree. My degree is not in the required stated area(s). For example, the position requires a Bachelor's degree in Accounting, I have a Bachelor's degree in another area. I have less than the minimum years' experience in the area(s) required. * As a follow up to the previous question, explain how your education/experience should be considered equivalent to the minimum requirements. If you feel you meet all the stated minimum requirements, please put N/A.(Open Ended Question)
In support of COCC’s commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, bilingual fluency in English and another language is considered a plus: Please list any languages other than English in which you are fluent (read and write)(Open Ended Question)
* Are you a U.S. military veteran? COCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. To receive veterans' preference in this recruitment process, you must upload your DD214 and 215 (215 if applicable) or certification that you expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status as supporting documentation. You will have the opportunity to upload the document(s) in the next step of this application process. Yes, I am a veteran No, I am not a veteran If you have identified yourself as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran by submitting your DD214 and DD215 (if applicable) form(s) as proof of veteran status, please describe any transferable skills earned during your military service that you feel relate to the requirements/preferences of this position.(Open Ended Question)
* COCC employees must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed. Are you, or will you be residing in the state of Oregon by the start date of this position? Yes No * The College is NOT able to support Visa applications for this position. Applicants must already be eligible to work and have the ability to arrive in the United States without the College’s support to be considered for this position. Are you, or will you be eligible to work and have the ability to arrive in the United States without the College’s support by the start date of this position? Yes No * Background checks are required for all employees of COCC. Should an offer of employment be made to you and accepted by you, you will receive an email from COCC / HireRight Screening requesting your consent and basic information to complete the check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of the criminal background check. Confirmed findings on a criminal background check will not automatically disqualify you from being hired into a position. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis, considering the job responsibilities and other risk factors. Additional information regarding COCC’s criminal history check policy can be found online in the General Procedures Manual, Section HR-2-1. Please indicate here if you will provide consent to the criminal history check when requested by the College Yes, I will provide my consent when requested No, I will not provide my consent when requested Required Documents Required Documents Resume/Vitae Cover Letter Optional Documents US Military DD 214
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