Custodian III
Flathead Valley Community College · fvcc.edu
KalispellSenior
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The job in short
Custodial cleaning.
Details
- Found
- 5 d ago · posted 2026-10-21
- Location as listed
- KALISPELL, MT, USA
- Role
- Janitor / Custodian / Cleaner
- Source
- The company’s own careers site
Full description
Job Details: Job Location: Flathead Valley Comm College - KALISPELL, MT, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: High School, Salary Range: $16.15 - $20.00Hourly, Job Category: Classified, DEPARTMENT:
Facilities
PAY RANGE:
$16.15 to $20.00 per hour depending on experience, plus a $.30 per hour shift differential depending on shift. Full-time, benefit-eligible.
Eligible for a $1.00 per hour increase after successful completion of six-month probationary period.
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SCHEDULE/SHIFT:
Wednesday through Saturday 03:00 PM - 01:00 AM
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
CLOSING DATE:
Open until filled
SUMMARY
The Custodian III is responsible for cleaning and light maintenance of college facilities
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Cleans offices, classrooms, restrooms, and other areas; stocks and refills dispensers; empties trash
Monitors and maintains college equipment, furniture, and buildings
Arranges proper room compilation for the various environments and events as directed
Performs hard floor maintenance including cleaning, stripping, waxing
Performs carpet care including shampooing and vacuuming
Replaces light bulbs or other fixture items
Moves furniture, equipment or fixtures
Delivers supplies and stocks area with appropriate supplies
Locks and unlocks buildings
Reports malfunctions of fixtures, damages, safety and/or security concerns, accidents, injuries or illness to supervisor
Provides college campus security and campus safety services
Performs snow and ice removal from designated areas
Attends related trainings, workshops, and professional development
Cross trains to perform other departmental and team functions; backfills for staff as needed
Actively participates in the development of a climate that promotes and supports innovation and efforts to continuously improve services to students, faculty, and the College
Creates and maintains a collaborative and collegial environment with colleagues and maintains effective working relationships
Maintains professional ethics and confidentiality of students in accordance with applicable laws and policies
Advances the mission of FVCC by serving on or convening committees and contributing in the community in college-related activities
Performs special projects and other duties as assigned
Reports to the Custodial Manager
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalent
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in commercial cleaning
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge and skill in using cleaning equipment, products, techniques and standards
Ability to read and follow directions
Ability to meet a high standard of safety and health code regulations
Ability to safely and efficiently perform all required duties of the position including, but not limited to, operating large machines such as strippers, shampooers, waxers; working on various length ladders; and working with strong chemicals
Working knowledge of custodial procedures and equipment and ability to identify safety problems
Ability and willingness to serve as a representative for the College by interacting appropriately with the public, students, potential students and College community
Ability and willingness to provide quality customer service
Ability to work within policies and procedures of FVCC
Ability to maintain effective and positive professional relationships with staff, students, and public
Demonstrated communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work effectively with people from a variety of culturally diverse backgrounds
Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality
Ability to maintain regular and acceptable attendance levels
Ability to pass a pre-employment physical screen
Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check
Ability to respond in the event of an emergency
This is a Heavy Duty job, according to the Selected Characteristics of Occupations Defined in the Revised Dictionary of Occupational Titles, U.S. Department of Labor and Industry. Heavy Duty involves exertion of up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25-50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds continuously to move objects
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
In order to be considered for this position, applicants must apply online at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/careers-at-fvcc; paper submission of applications or resume materials are not accepted for open positions. FVCC does not retain application materials for future consideration.
EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATIONS, REFERENCE CHECKS AND CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS: Prior to any offers of employment, FVCC conducts thorough employment verifications and reference checks and may contact organizations and individuals not listed on an applicant's application or resume. Additionally, FVCC conducts post-offer criminal background checks.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: FVCC is an equal opportunity employer. It is FVCC's policy that all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran’s status, service in the uniformed services as defined by state and federal law, physical or mental disability, national origin or ancestry except as authorized by law. These protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring practices, appraisal systems, promotions, and training and career development programs, as required by federal and state laws.
FVCC BOARD POLICY: The FVCC Board Policy Manual is available to review at https://www.fvcc.edu/about/board-administration/board-of-trustees/board-policies
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES: FVCC provides reasonable accommodations upon request to qualified individuals with disabilities during all phases of employment including the application and selection process. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE ACT: Preference applies in hiring and provides a uniform method by which special consideration is given to qualified Veterans. Veterans’ Preference laws do not, however, guarantee Veterans a job, nor do they give Veterans’ preference in internal actions such as promotion, transfer, reassignment, and reinstatement. Applying for a preference is voluntary and that all information related to a preference is confidential and used only during the hiring process; the information will be maintained in a separate confidential file. To claim Veterans' Preference, you must complete the Veterans' Preference Form (form is available at https://www.opm.gov/forms/pdf_fill/SF15.pdf) and email it along with document(s) that verify your eligibility for employment preference to [email protected]. Claims for Veterans' preference must be received by Human Resources prior to position closing date.
WINDFALL ELIMINATION PROVISION: Based on the Windfall Elimination Provision, FVCC employment may not be covered by Social Security. To learn more about the Windfall Elimination Provision click https://www.ssa.gov/pubs/EN-05-10045.pdf.
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