Description

Under the supervision of the Building and Grounds Supervisor A, within the Air Guard Maintenance Division, responsible for providing grounds maintenance, custodial services, and minor building maintenance on Air Guard facilities.

This is a civilian position and does not require military service affiliation.

About the Washington Military Department
Protecting people is our passion. At the Washington Military Department, we combine our unique talents to create safer communities and ensure our neighbors and loved ones can recover from whatever emergency might arise. Our agency unites civilian employees with members of the Washington National Guard, creating a team that is deeply committed to public service. We go home at night knowing that our day-to-day work supports activities that truly make a difference. Whether that's partnering with our communities to prepare for a disaster, leading an emergency response, hiring top-notch talent or supporting at-risk kids at our Washington Youth Academy - the Washington Military Department seeks to safeguard our way of life and those that call Washington home.

To learn more about the Washington Military Department, please visit www.mil.wa.gov

In addition to job fulfillment, the Washington Military Department offers an excellent benefits package which includes exceptional health care coverage, a retirement savings plan and job training opportunities.

Duties

Maintenance of grounds and landscaping:

• Cutting, trimming, edging of lawn areas, beds, and base fence lines.
• Irrigation, exterior lighting, cleaning of pavements, streets, walks and parking areas, application of pesticides, herbicides, and lawn chemicals.

Custodial services:

• Cleaning facilities, ordering supplies, and servicing custodial equipment.

Light Building Maintenance:

• Electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and drain and waste systems.

Pest Management:

• Supports Integrated Pest Management (IPM) plan for indoor and outdoor pest control programs, building treatment, response, and removal of pests.

Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

One year of paid experience in janitorial services, grounds maintenance, building maintenance, and/or construction.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Cleaning methods, safety practices, chemical, equipment and supplies used in general custodial work.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions of the building trades.

Skills and Abilities to:

• Perform light building maintenance.
• Operate custodial appliances.
• Operate and drive light truck to transport supplies and equipment, haul refuse/garbage.
• Operate and maintain electronic or gas-powered lawn equipment.

Supplemental Information

Compensation: Wage/salary depends on qualifications or rules of promotion.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

COVID-19 VACCINATION: Per Governor Inslee's Proclamation 21-14 employees of Washington Military Department must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment. An offer of employment to the successful candidate is contingent upon providing verification of vaccine status, having an approved medical accommodation, or having an approved religious accommodation. (Accommodations will be subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.) For accommodation information, email accomodations@mil.wa.gov.

Background Investigation: Must successfully complete the appropriate background checks required for employment and to obtain/maintain a DoD Common Access Card (CAC) in order to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret-level security clearance. Must be willing to sign releases of information and shall not have access to any investigative materials and files. The processing of background checks can take up to six months post-employment. Failure to successfully pass a background check may be cause for termination.

Union Shop Provision: This position is covered by a union shop provision - Washington Public Employees Association.

Driver's License:

• Valid to drive in the State of Washington.
• Must meet requirements of the REAL ID Act. This is required for base access and will be required upon hire.

Military Facility: Willingness to work on a Military Controlled Access Installation.

Work Hours : A choice between a Tuesday through Friday (4/10 schedule): Monday through Thursday (4/10 schedule): or Monday through Friday (5/8 schedule). Actual hours will start no earlier than 6:00 am and end no later than 6:00 pm, and will include core business hours of 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

Emergency Assignment: Upon activation of the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) or Joint Field Office (JFO), incumbent may be required to work in an alternate location with rotating shifts, including weekends and evenings, in a highly stressful and fast-paced environment.

Travel: Occasional statewide travel may be required.

Application Process

Individuals interested in applying for this position should select the "Apply" button and submit the following:

• A current state application profile, and
• Responses to the Supplemental Questions (Note that your responses to the supplemental questions will be used for interview selection).

** A resume will not substitute for completing the "work experience" section of the application.

The information provided in your application must support your supplemental questionnaire responses. Responses not supported in your application and those referring to "see resume" will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.

This recruitment may be utilized to fill additional Maintenance Custodian vacancies as they become available.

If you have questions about the application process or this recruitment, please email Mistina Venesky at mistina.venesky@mil.wa.gov

The Washington Military Department is an equal opportunity employer. We value the importance of creating an environment in which all employees can feel respected, included, and empowered to bring unique ideas to the agency. Our diversity and inclusion efforts include embracing different cultures, backgrounds and viewpoints while fostering growth and advancement in the workplace. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons of disability, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam era veterans, as well as people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons with disabilities and/or limited English proficiency needing assistance in the application process, or those needing this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruitment Section of State Human Resources at: Email: mistina.venesky@mil.wa.gov, Call: (253) 512-7389, or 711.