Custodian

Begin a fulfilling career with the State of Indiana by joining one of the largest employers in the state, offering a range of opportunities across 60+ agencies. At the state, you'll find competitive compensation, a robust benefits package and a commitment to work-life balance. Most importantly, you'll have the chance to make a real and measurable impact on the lives of Hoosiers across Indiana.

About the Indiana Department of Administration (IDOA)

IDOA centrally manages activities relating to state purchasing, vehicle fleet, state travel, real estate leases, property disposition, and the Government Center Campus. We assist in reducing government costs while providing effective solutions and exceptional service to state agencies.

Role Overview:

The Custodian cleans and completes minor maintenance tasks to ensure facilities are maintained in a healthy, safe, and sanitary manner. Assigned locations include the Indiana Government Center and the Indiana State House. This role requires:

• Solid attendance, communication, and attention to detail.
• Strong work ethic and the ability to stay on task with minimal supervision.
• Ability to use software applications to track cleaning progress

Salary:

This position traditionally starts at an annual salary of $34,216 but may be commensurate with education and job experience.

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The essential functions of this role are:

• Supervise the use of custodial equipment and supplies.
• Arrange work production to meet daily workflow and short/long long-term goals.
• Provide proper supervision, guidance, training, and support to other employees.
• Inspect all work tasks for quality assurance and completion.
• Complete needed maintenance reports, including the daily activity inspection.
• Complete appropriate Bloodborne Pathogens forms for hazardous spills.
• Follow proper methods regarding mold remediation.
• Follow the proper process when handling biohazard materials.
• Keep concise inventory and material records.
• Clean, restock consumables, and sanitize various office spaces.
• Workday attendance at assigned worksite(s) is an essential function of this position.

The job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time.

You must meet the following requirement to be considered for employment:

• Through knowledge of standard process, practices, and procedures of the custodial trade.
• Advanced knowledgeable in the operation of custodial equipment.
• Considerable knowledge of Safety Data Sheets requirements and mixing of cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to supervise, motivate, and direct the work of custodial staff.
• Use and maintenance assigned power equipment and hand tools
• Advanced knowledge of cleaning chemicals and solvents and their appropriate applications.
• Ability to maintain good working relations with employees, department heads, and other staff.
• Ability to keep and maintain records and prepare progress reports.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality when maintaining high level offices.
• Ability to follow to process outlined for handling biohazard materials.
• Ability to follow proper process regarding mold remediation.
• Able to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Benefits of Employment with the State of Indiana:

The State of Indiana offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees that includes:

• Three (3) medical plan options (including RX coverage) as well as vision and dental plans
• Wellness Rewards Program: Complete wellness activities to earn gift card rewards
• Health savings account, which includes bi-weekly state contributions
• Flexible work scheduling options, including the potential for hybrid remote work for employees whose work may be performed outside state facilities
• Deferred compensation 457(b) account (similar to 401(k) plan) with employer match
• Two (2) fully-funded pension plan options
• A robust, comprehensive program of leave policies covering a variety of employee needs, including but not limited to:
  • 150 hours of paid New Parent Leave and up to eight weeks of paid Childbirth Recovery Leave for eligible mothers
  • Up to 15 hours of paid community service leave
  • Combined 180 hours of paid vacation, personal, and sick leave time off
  • 12 paid holidays, 14 in election years
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Group life insurance
• Referral Bonus program
• Employee assistance program that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Free Parking for most positions
• Free LinkedIn Learning access

Equal Employment Opportunity:

The State of Indiana is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, selecting, developing, and promoting employees based on individual ability and job performance. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to complete the application and interview process as well as perform the essential functions of a role. If you require reasonable accommodations to complete this application, you can request assistance by contacting the Indiana State Personnel Department at ... .