Job Description

Description
Custodian 1
On-Call
Washington Veterans Home
Looking for an opportunity to get your foot in the door in state service while providing vital custodial services for our resident Veterans? Look no further! Our team is excited to announce we are now accepting applications for an On-Call Custodian 1 at the Washington Veterans Home!
*This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step L. Step M has not been published as this is considered the longevity step, in alignment with state HR compensation rules.
Updated as of July 1, 2025: This position is eligible for "Supplement Basic Shift Premium" for 24/7 Facilities. Employees who are assigned to a facility that provides direct care to residents, patients, and/or clients and whose duties are required to be performed on location will receive an additional one dollar ($1.00) per hour of supplemental basic shift premium for each hour of basic shift premium. This shift premium does not apply to overtime hours. The supplemental basic shift premium shall expire on June 29, 2027.
At the , we are passionate about our mission of "Serving Those Who Served." As a national leader in our advocacy for nearly 500,000 Veterans and their family members, we strive to connect them to earned benefits as well as innovative programs focused on their overall health and wellness. In addition, we provide critical community services through a variety of programs, and at our four State Veterans Homes located in Orting, Port Orchard, Spokane, and Walla Walla. These locations provide Medicare and Medicaid nursing home care to Veterans, including, in some instances, their spouses, widows, or Gold Star Families.
As a Custodian 1, you will perform a variety of custodial tasks and routine cleaning of our facility buildings.Your experience will be critical in enhancing the appearance of our facility while providing comfort to our residents.
Duties
Some of what you'll do:

• Dust and disinfect furniture, sweep and mop floors, and vacuum and clean carpets.
• Maintain clean walls, privacy and shower curtains, beds, call light cords, and tray tables.
• Clean floors throughout the facility.
• Perform various housekeeping, custodial, and maintenance-related tasks.
• Regularly clean toilets, toilet bases, urinals, sinks, and other fixtures.
• And more!

Qualifications
Required:

• Must:

• Be able to work around unpleasant odors, bloodborne pathogens, body excrements, and infections/contagious diseases while providing custodial services to elderly, vulnerable, and/or disabled residents.
• Have excellent listening skills and be able to work productively with staff and residents from diverse backgrounds.
• Be able to follow policies and procedures.
• Be proficient in the English language and be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Be able to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.
• Possess basic computer literacy skills in order to complete required trainings.
• Be able to lift, push, pull, and carry objects weighing over 50 lbs; frequent stooping, lifting, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting, and bending.

Preferred/Desired:

• Two (2) years of full-time experience in large-scale housekeeping, janitorial, building maintenance, or custodial work in a healthcare facility, hospital, or nursing home.
• Knowledge of:

• Methods, materials, and equipment used in cleaning and caring for floors, walls, fixtures, and furniture.
• Safety practices and procedures for handling chemicals.
• Aseptic procedures and infection control, as related to custodial services.
• Ability to:

• Adopt work procedures to meet changing needs.
• Inspect and evaluate custodial work for cleanliness, aseptic cleanliness, and neatness.
• Interact effectively with others
• Operate floor care machines.

Special Requirements:

• Must be able to pass a DSHS BCCU Background Check prior to beginning services and every two (2) years in accordance with WDVA Policy 615.000 Background Checks. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
• Must comply with annual Tuberculin Screening in accordance with DVA policy 670.000 Tuberculosis Testing.
• Requires medical evaluation, fit testing, training, and use of respiratory protection as required by the Washington Industrial Safety and Act standards. Must be able to wear a respirator, medical gloves, gowns, eye protection, and other personal protection as required by a job or task.
• Must maintain regular and reliable attendance, proper call-in, call-out, and be willing to work as needed.
• Must successfully complete, within mandated timeframes, employee orientation, and all other mandatory annual, in-service, and other required training and meetings.
• Must become familiar and comply with DVA policies and procedures and Collective Bargaining Agreements as applicable.
• Must sign the confidentiality statement for all employees.
• Candidates who are offered a job with WDVA must possess work authorization which does not require sponsorship by the employer for a visa now or in the future.

Supplemental Information
Check out this awesome video to see what it is like to work for the WDVA! Application Process:
Top candidates will be contacted directly to interview for this position. Because the selection will be based on information provided by you, it is in your best interest to identify the knowledge, skills and abilities that address the mandatory and desirable qualifications described below.
Please include the following documents with your application:
1. A letter of interest describing specific qualifications.
2. A current resume detailing applicable experience and education.
Finalists will be asked to provide a list of at least three professional references with current telephone numbers.
Other Information:
This position is represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees.
Applicants wishing to claim Veterans Preference should attach a copy of their DD-214 (Member 4 copy), NGB 22, or signed verification of service letter from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs to their application. Please blackout any personally identifiable data such as social security numbers. For further information, please contact us at .
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Employer
Here at YOUR Washington Department of Veterans Affairs our employees come from all walks of life. We strive to hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or Veteran status.
We believe in the importance of recognizing the value each of us contribute to the success of the mission of the agency. Having a diverse workforce is this agency's greatest resource of strength and knowledge. It is through the combination of talents and abilities that we can pursue finding effective measures on how we can provide the best customer service. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace for everyone.
The State of Washington is an equal opportunity employer. Persons with a disability who need assistance in the application process or testing process, or those needing this announcement in an alternative format, may call (360) 725-2183. TTY users should first call 711 to access the Washington Relay Service.
You are welcome to include the name and pronoun you would like to be referred to in your materials and we will honor this as you interact with our award-winning diverse and inclusive organization.
If you have any questions regarding this announcement, program, or the agency, please contact us at .

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