DSHS WSH Custodian 1

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DSHS WSH Custodian 1

Are you looking for a role that is both essential and deeply meaningful?

We are looking for multiple custodians to work at Western State Hospital Gage Center; we are hiring for permanent, temporary and on-call custodians.

You'll do more than maintain cleanliness—you’ll help create a safe, dignified, and healing environment for staff and patients alike.

Working in a setting that serves individuals facing long-term psychiatric and behavioral health challenges, your efforts will directly support recovery and foster hope.

Our Environmental Services Team collaborates across disciplines to ensure a clean and safe facility, making it possible for staff to provide compassionate care. If you take pride in your work, have a keen eye for detail, and thrive as part of a team, this opportunity is for you.

Additional Information:

• Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary
• Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs
• Evening and Night shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate

Some of what you'll do:

• Daily care of floors to include; sweeping, wet/dry mopping, buffing, scrubbing, stripping, sealing, waxing, and disinfecting.
• Daily care of all restrooms and bathing facilities, disinfecting and sanitizing of all toilets, urinals, sinks, tubs, and showers.
• Clean and disinfect all furniture including beds, nightstands, lockers, chairs, tables, and desks.
• Clean and maintain all custodial equipment, mop buckets, and buffers.
• Keep storage closets properly stocked with supplies.
• Perform safety checks of areas and report hazards.
• Keep custodial closets clean.

Who should apply?

• Applicants who are at least 18 years old and possess a valid Washington State driver’s license.

What we're looking for:

• Ability to lift 25lbs on a regular basis, as well as 45lbs occasionally. Capable of performing physically demanding tasks, including lifting, standing, and moving equipment frequently throughout each shift.
• Interacts respectfully and clearly with patients and colleagues, particularly in potentially challenging environments.
• Adapts well to changing routines and plans. Flexible with schedule changes to accommodate the team and business needs.
• Basic computer experience including email and internet.
• Use professional judgment to carry out all assigned responsibilities.
• Be able to work independently and as a member of a team.

Questions? Please contact sharon.sterling@dshs.wa.gov or call Talent Acquisition main line (360) 725-5810 and reference job number 01616.

The Department of Social and Health Services’ (DSHS) vision that people find human services to shape their own lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values, and meaningful work.

It is crucial to our agency’s vision that you bring a fairness, access, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS.

We strive to support all Washingtonians, including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.

Additional Information

Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted.

Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant’s suitability and competence to perform the job.

This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license.

Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.

Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protect­ed veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information.

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