Custodian - Temporary

State of Idaho Idaho Transportation Department

NOTICE: Applications will be accepted through 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

STATE OF IDAHO EMPLOYEES: If you are a current or temporary State of Idaho employee you MUST apply through Luma Opportunities. Applying through the State of Idaho’s external career website will cause duplicate profiles and will slow the processing of your application for a new position.

Do you want to make a difference and be part of an award-winning agency, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Idaho through transportation? At the Idaho Transportation Department (ITD), every employee is critical to the mission, and we strive to foster an innovative, collaborative workplace where employees can grow and do their best work.

Idaho Transportation Department is hiring for a Temporary Custodian at our D4 Shoshone location . This position will be responsible for janitorial work, general yard and grounds maintenance, and clean up. This is a non-benefited temporary position and will work up to but not more than 19.5 hours per week.

Note: This position requires a criminal background as well as a driver's record check.

Example of Duties

1. Cleaning/maintenance

• Cleans, sanitizes, and polishes bath, lavatory, and sink fixtures
• Dusts, washes, sponge mops
• Sanitizes, and shampoos furniture, woodwork, walls, windows, and glass items
• Cleans shades and covers on light fixtures
• Replaces light bulbs
• Removes waste and debris from areas
• Selects products and compounds for cleaning jobs
• Measures and mixes compounds, disinfectants, and sanitizing agents and applies according to procedures or manufacturers' specifications
• Orders supplies for custodial closets and stocks with paper products, cleaning compounds and similar items
• Sweep and vacuum floors
• Washes windows in multi-story buildings

2. Equipment operation/security

• Operates heavy-duty scrubbing, buffing, shampooing, vacuuming, and wet/dry pickup equipment
• Performs preventive maintenance on cleaning equipment
• Uses dollies and carts to perform custodial duties
• Ensures that floor and building area is secure
• Verifies doors are locked and lights and appliances are off
• Reports fire hazards and other emergencies

3. Miscellaneous

• Custodians perform a variety of duties to help ensure facilities operate smoothly
• Moves furniture, appliances, and similar heavy items
• Sets-up and climbs ladders and scaffolding

Minimum Qualifications

Willingness to:

• Perform duties associated with commercial cleaning, including operating industrial-type cleaning equipment such as high-speed buffers and vacuum cleaners
• Cleaning restrooms, bath facilities, locker rooms, swimming pools, and similar facilities
• Moving heavy items such as tables, chairs, and bleachers
• Repairing the equipment and related devices you operate

Supplemental Information

About the job:

• Most work time will be in high traffic areas requiring intensive cleaning and maintenance
• May include marginally unsafe and/or unpleasant conditions
• Involves climbing ladders, bending, stooping, lifting and carrying items weighing up to approximately 50 pounds
• Standing and walking continuously throughout the shift

To learn more about the department, please visit the ITD website. Make a difference in your community and in the lives of the citizens of Idaho! Contact an ITD Recruiter at: [email protected] or call 208-334-8664. The Idaho Transportation Department does not sponsor work visas.

EEO/ADA/Veteran

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [email protected] .