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DSHS ESH Custodian 3

State of Washington
Medical Lake, WA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/1/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/12/2026
DSHS ESH Custodian 3 - Supervisor

We are recruiting for an experienced Custodian 3 to join our team. This supervisor job is at the DSHS Eastern State Hospital located in the Medical Lake, WA.

This is an opportunity for you to join an important team that upholds the high standards expected of a large facility that provides evaluation and inpatient treatment for individuals with serious or long-term mental illness. You will supervise a crew of custodians and provide training in general custodial duties and heavy equipment operation for maintaining floors, carpets, and upholstery.

We are currently hiring for the following shift: 10:00AM-16:30PM with Monday and Tuesday as regular days off.
 
Some of what you will do:
  • Hire, schedule and assign work of team members; train, orientate and instruct in proper cleaning techniques and safety practices to ensure that department/facility cleanliness standards are met.
  • Establish team performance standards, evaluate employee performance, and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
  • Perform safety checks throughout the work area and report issues.
  • Assist with coordinating ward moves and office moves.
Note: 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. Evening and Night shifts include a shift differential in addition to the standard compensation rate.

Qualifications:
  • Understands Microsoft Word, filling documents, Leave Tracker, scheduling meetings.
  • Keep inventory of equipment and supplies and prepare reports.
  • Make rounds, check, or inspect for security purposes to determine the conditions of equipment and correct deficiencies.
  • Facilitate team coordination on assigned special projects to ensure business continuity in a safe and secure manner.
  • Collaborate and effectively communicate with team members and other departments in a way that will continue to foster good relations.
  • Perform all assigned training courses and conduct training activities for your assigned team members.
  • Complete staff performance evaluations on time and mentor direct reports when additional training is needed.
  • Document and report issues and concerns when they are witnessed or reported to you.
  • Take action as appropriate with each situation.

Who should apply?
Professionals with one to two years of experience in housekeeping, janitorial, custodial work, and general or building maintenance.                              
OR
One year experience as a Lead.
 
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 an equity, anti-racism, and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS. We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, 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. 
 
Questions? Please contact peter.bonato@dshs.wa.gov and reference job number 04472.


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 in 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. Persons requiring accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the Recruiter at (360) 725-5810. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6384.


 
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