Transit Facilities Specialist II (Transit Custodian II)
King County
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Housekeeping / Janitorial
Posted on April 26, 2024
Salary
$24.68 - $35.25 Hourly
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Multiple job types-career service and/or temp
Job Number
2024ELM20882
Department
MTD - Metro Transit
Division
Facilities
Opening Date
04/24/2024
Closing Date
5/8/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
J2 : ATU L587-Transit
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours/week
Learn how Metro connects you with what matters
* This recruitment is open to all current King County employees and the general public. *
King County Metro Transit's Facilities Division has an exciting opportunity for multiple Transit Facilities Specialist IIs (Transit Custodian IIs). The Transit Facilities Specialist II is responsible for performing heavy industrial cleaning in transit bases, maintenance facilities, and other transit properties and structures.
This recruitment will immediately fill up to two (2) Career Service and one (1) fully-benefitted Term-Limited Temporary (TLT)/Special Duty Assignment (SDA) positions. The TLT/SDA position has an anticipated duration of 12 months, or until May 2025, with the potential to extend or convert to Career Service. This recruitment may also be used to establish an eligibility pool to fill future Career Service, as well as fully-benefitted Term Limited Temporary and/or Special Duty Assignment, vacancies that may occur over the next twelve (12) months, until the pool is exhausted, at the discretion of the hiring authority.
WAGE INFORMATION
Qualified candidates typically start at the mid-point of the established pay range, depending on candidate qualifications. The top step of the pay range is achieved within three (3) years or less through automatic step progression, depending on initial step placement at time of hire.
The pay range for day shift is $24.68 to $35.25 per hour. The mid-point step is currently $31.73 per hour for day shift.
These positions are eligible for shift differential if assigned to a swing/afternoon or overnight shift. Positions assigned to swing/afternoon shift receive 5% shift differential, and positions assigned to overnight shift receive 7.5% shift differential.
WHO MAY APPLY
This recruitment is open to all current King County employees and the general public. Please note: Vacancies in the Transit Facilities Specialist II (Custodian II) classification will be filled first by qualified TFD Employees in the Transit Facilities Specialist I (Custodian I) classification, and next by qualified TFD Employees in the Facilities Maintenance Worker classification by qualifications, then offered by seniority. If no current Facilities Specialist I (Transit Custodian I) or Transit Facilities Maintenance Workers apply for or accept the position, Metro will then offer to other qualified candidates, both internal and external to Metro Transit.
TO APPLY
Required Application Materials:
Note: A cover letter/letter of interest is highly encouraged, but not required. Any additional attachments will not be considered.
Want to make sure your application materials are as competitive as possible?
We highly recommend visiting the Career Support Services website for tips and examples on how to make your application materials most effective: Career Support Services - King County .
Applicants who are unable to apply online should follow the instructions at Application FAQ's- King County .
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Erica Minshull, Talent Advisor for King County Metro Transit
Erica.Minshull@KingCounty.gov or 206-477-6059
Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. All employees are expected to model and apply our equity and social justice shared values, behaviors, and practices. As the Transit Facilities Specialist II, you will also:
To be considered eligible for this role, applicants must possess these MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Valid Washington State driver license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire into this position, with an acceptable driving record.
CLASS CODE / PAY GRADE
9102200 / 16
UNION STATUS
This position is represented by Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU), Local 587.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applications will be screened to determine whether candidates meet the minimum qualifications, as well as for clarity, completeness, and responsiveness to the application instructions above. Highly competitive applicants may be asked to interview, which may also include a written test and/or practical skills test. Formal offers will be finalized after candidates have successfully completed any necessary pre-employment processes, such as driving record checks, internal record reviews, and/or reference checks, etc. The first six (6) months of employment in a Career Service position are served in a probationary capacity to provide an opportunity to confirm whether the position is a good match between the successful candidate's interests and skills and the ability to perform the requirements of the job. Current King County employees must have their current supervisor's approval to accept a Special Duty Assignment.
WORK LOCATION AND SCHEDULE
The work location may be assigned to a location within the King County Metro Transit service area, including Seattle, Tukwila, Bellevue, and North Seattle. This position is typically scheduled full time (40 hours per week), with a typical schedule of 5 days/8 hours per day. Shifts typically include both days and swing/afternoon. However, because schedules are selected by a seniority-based twice-annual 'shift pick', employees must be available and willing to work any shift (day, swing, or graveyard), weekends, nights, holidays, and call-outs, as well as any of the work locations. This position is not exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore overtime eligible, with prior supervisory approval. This position is not eligible for telework/remote work.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work may be performed indoors or outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather. Specific tasks may require the use of a respirator, and therefore position is subject to respirator fit-testing. Additionally, indoor work may include exposure to exhaust and fumes. When warranted, must be able and willing to wear proper safety equipment and protective clothing as required, including hearing and eye protection.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position is required to frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and may involve lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance. Frequent walking, reaching, climbing, kneeling, stooping, and safe operation of equipment are also required. Duties may require working at heights with the use of mechanical lift devises, requiring use of fall protection.
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our " True North " , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
KING COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
TO APPLY
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
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King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
$24.68 - $35.25 Hourly
Location
Seattle, WA
Job Type
Multiple job types-career service and/or temp
Job Number
2024ELM20882
Department
MTD - Metro Transit
Division
Facilities
Opening Date
04/24/2024
Closing Date
5/8/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit
J2 : ATU L587-Transit
Full- or Part-Time
Full Time
Hours/Week
40 hours/week
Summary
Learn how Metro connects you with what matters
* This recruitment is open to all current King County employees and the general public. *
King County Metro Transit's Facilities Division has an exciting opportunity for multiple Transit Facilities Specialist IIs (Transit Custodian IIs). The Transit Facilities Specialist II is responsible for performing heavy industrial cleaning in transit bases, maintenance facilities, and other transit properties and structures.
This recruitment will immediately fill up to two (2) Career Service and one (1) fully-benefitted Term-Limited Temporary (TLT)/Special Duty Assignment (SDA) positions. The TLT/SDA position has an anticipated duration of 12 months, or until May 2025, with the potential to extend or convert to Career Service. This recruitment may also be used to establish an eligibility pool to fill future Career Service, as well as fully-benefitted Term Limited Temporary and/or Special Duty Assignment, vacancies that may occur over the next twelve (12) months, until the pool is exhausted, at the discretion of the hiring authority.
WAGE INFORMATION
Qualified candidates typically start at the mid-point of the established pay range, depending on candidate qualifications. The top step of the pay range is achieved within three (3) years or less through automatic step progression, depending on initial step placement at time of hire.
The pay range for day shift is $24.68 to $35.25 per hour. The mid-point step is currently $31.73 per hour for day shift.
These positions are eligible for shift differential if assigned to a swing/afternoon or overnight shift. Positions assigned to swing/afternoon shift receive 5% shift differential, and positions assigned to overnight shift receive 7.5% shift differential.
WHO MAY APPLY
This recruitment is open to all current King County employees and the general public. Please note: Vacancies in the Transit Facilities Specialist II (Custodian II) classification will be filled first by qualified TFD Employees in the Transit Facilities Specialist I (Custodian I) classification, and next by qualified TFD Employees in the Facilities Maintenance Worker classification by qualifications, then offered by seniority. If no current Facilities Specialist I (Transit Custodian I) or Transit Facilities Maintenance Workers apply for or accept the position, Metro will then offer to other qualified candidates, both internal and external to Metro Transit.
TO APPLY
Required Application Materials:
- An online King County application, updated with accurate contact information, and relevant work history going back 10 years (or more, if necessary) , with all duties, dates of employment, and reasons for leaving explained clearly.
- Completed supplemental questions
- A resume.
Note: A cover letter/letter of interest is highly encouraged, but not required. Any additional attachments will not be considered.
Want to make sure your application materials are as competitive as possible?
We highly recommend visiting the Career Support Services website for tips and examples on how to make your application materials most effective: Career Support Services - King County .
Applicants who are unable to apply online should follow the instructions at Application FAQ's- King County .
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact:
Erica Minshull, Talent Advisor for King County Metro Transit
Erica.Minshull@KingCounty.gov or 206-477-6059
Job Duties
Applying equity and social justice principles is a daily responsibility and a foundational expectation for all King County employees. All employees are expected to model and apply our equity and social justice shared values, behaviors, and practices. As the Transit Facilities Specialist II, you will also:
- Contain and clean up fuel and/or oil spills.
- Steam clean and/or pressure-wash drains, trenches, and subsurface maintenance areas.
- Steam clean and/or pressure-wash restrooms and shop walls, up to 40 feet in height, using various lift equipment and fall protection as appropriate.
- Clean and sanitize elevators, lunchrooms, and restrooms including tables, chairs, toilets, showers, sinks, walls, and/or offices.
- Scrub various types of floors, such as concrete, tile, vinyl, granite, and/or marble; spray/buff floors.
- Sweep, clear snow/ice, and clean facility perimeters.
- Set up, take down, and arrange furniture as needed.
- Dust, wash, and vacuum surfaces; clean glass windows; clean/remove graffiti off walls, windows, and other surfaces.
- Empty trash dumpsters; empty trash containers, either using a forklift or manually.
- Request and stock various types of supplies; stock lunchrooms and restrooms.
- Safely operate various pieces of equipment, such as vacuums, buffers, carpet cleaners, floors scrubbers, shop vacs, steam cleaners, and/or pressure washers.
- Ensure care and proper operation of equipment.
- Use good judgment and wear proper personal protective equipment (PPE), when necessary.
- Drive a County vehicle, when necessary.
- Respond to sanitization requests, when necessary.
Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills
To be considered eligible for this role, applicants must possess these MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
- One (1) year or more of recent professional industrial cleaning/janitorial work experience, including the use of motorized floor scrubbers and pressure-washing equipment.
- Knowledge of basic cleaning techniques in an industrial, shop or heavy maintenance environment.
- Knowledge in the proper use and disposal of cleaning chemicals.
- Basic oral and written communication skills including the ability to understand and follow directions.
- Skill in ready, following, and safely handling cleaning supplies per manufacturer's instructions.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a crew.
- Ability to perform repetitious job tasks, such as mopping, cleaning toilets, and sweeping.
- Skill in dealing proactively and sensitively with customers.
- Ability to accept direct supervision, follow written or verbal directions.
- Skill in working with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to maintain a standardized work pace and skill in performing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Demonstrated ability to have predicable, reliable, and timely attendance.
- Three (3) or more years of recent professional industrial cleaning/janitorial work experience, including the use of motorized floor scrubbers and pressure-washing equipment.
Valid Washington State driver license, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire into this position, with an acceptable driving record.
Supplemental Information
CLASS CODE / PAY GRADE
9102200 / 16
UNION STATUS
This position is represented by Amalgamated Transit Union (ATU), Local 587.
SELECTION PROCESS
Applications will be screened to determine whether candidates meet the minimum qualifications, as well as for clarity, completeness, and responsiveness to the application instructions above. Highly competitive applicants may be asked to interview, which may also include a written test and/or practical skills test. Formal offers will be finalized after candidates have successfully completed any necessary pre-employment processes, such as driving record checks, internal record reviews, and/or reference checks, etc. The first six (6) months of employment in a Career Service position are served in a probationary capacity to provide an opportunity to confirm whether the position is a good match between the successful candidate's interests and skills and the ability to perform the requirements of the job. Current King County employees must have their current supervisor's approval to accept a Special Duty Assignment.
WORK LOCATION AND SCHEDULE
The work location may be assigned to a location within the King County Metro Transit service area, including Seattle, Tukwila, Bellevue, and North Seattle. This position is typically scheduled full time (40 hours per week), with a typical schedule of 5 days/8 hours per day. Shifts typically include both days and swing/afternoon. However, because schedules are selected by a seniority-based twice-annual 'shift pick', employees must be available and willing to work any shift (day, swing, or graveyard), weekends, nights, holidays, and call-outs, as well as any of the work locations. This position is not exempt from the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act and is therefore overtime eligible, with prior supervisory approval. This position is not eligible for telework/remote work.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work may be performed indoors or outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather. Specific tasks may require the use of a respirator, and therefore position is subject to respirator fit-testing. Additionally, indoor work may include exposure to exhaust and fumes. When warranted, must be able and willing to wear proper safety equipment and protective clothing as required, including hearing and eye protection.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
This position is required to frequently lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds, and may involve lifting and carrying objects weighing up to 100 pounds with assistance. Frequent walking, reaching, climbing, kneeling, stooping, and safe operation of equipment are also required. Duties may require working at heights with the use of mechanical lift devises, requiring use of fall protection.
Forbes recently named King County as one of Washington State's best employers.
Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? Come join the team dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.
Guided by our " True North " , we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles--we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.
KING COUNTY IS AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY (EEO) EMPLOYER
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation, and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.
TO APPLY
If you are interested in pursuing this position, please follow the application instructions carefully. If you need this announcement in an alternate language or format, would like to request accommodation or assistance in the application or assessment process, or if you have questions, please contact the recruiter listed on this job announcement.
#TradesJobs
#GoPublic
King County offers a highly-competitive compensation and benefits package designed to meet the diverse needs of our employees and support our employees' health and well-being. Eligible positions receive the following benefits and have access to the following programs:
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage: King County pays 100% of the premiums for eligible employees and family members
- Life and disability insurance: employees are provided basic coverage and given the opportunity to purchase additional insurance for both the employee and eligible dependents
- Retirement: King County employees are eligible to participate in a pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and a 457(b) deferred-compensation plan
- Transportation program and ORCA transit pass
- 12paid holidays each year plus twopersonal holidays
- Generous vacation and paid sick leave
- Paid parental,family and medical, and volunteer leaves
- Flexible Spending Account
- Wellness programs
- Onsite activity centers
- Employee Giving Program
- Employee assistance programs
- Flexible schedules and telecommuting options, depending on position
- Training and career development programs
This is a general description of the benefits offered to eligible King County employees, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts with the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement (CBA), the CBA prevails.
NOTE: Benefits for Term Limited Temporary (TLT) or Short Term Temporary (STT) positions, including leave eligibility and/or participation in the pension plan through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems, will vary based upon the terms and details of the position.Short Term Temporary positions are not eligible for an ORCA transit pass.
For inquiries about the specifics of this position, please contact the recruiter identified on this job posting.
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