What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodial Porter position at Oregon Metro?
Do you have a positive attitude and enjoy providing customer service to guests from around the country and the world? Would you enjoy working with co-workers who represent the diversity that the Portland community provides? If you would thrive in this type of work environment, the Oregon Zoo may be a perfect workplace for you.
Custodial Porters play an important role in keeping the public and non-public facing areas clean, stocked and available to use for our employees and guests. This position provides a great opportunity to have fun in a team environment, showcase your guest service skills and expand your skillset.
Schedules vary based on weather and events at the zoo. Hours increase during Zoolights, school breaks, holidays and summer season. We are currently looking for applicants who are available to work at least four days per week.
Getting to work is simple, Trimet MAX Blue and Red lines conveniently have stops at the Oregon Zoo. Learn more about the Oregon Zoo.
As a Custodial Porter you will do:
- Patrol and clean restrooms and other buildings throughout the grounds
- Perform miscellaneous duties around storage yards and buildings including; load and unloads trucks; store materials; wash and fill trucks with gasoline, use pressure equipment to wash down areas
- Replenish supplies for building areas
- Empty garbage and recycling bins as needed
- Provides directions and other general assistance to public
- Alert staff to any problems that may need attention
- Excellent customer services skills; the ability to deal courteously with the public and to develop and maintain harmonious working relationships with other employees and the public Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability to walk, stand and work on concrete surfaces for extended periods of time Comfort working outdoors in heat, cold and inclement weather
- Availability to work irregular hours, including holidays, evenings and weekends
- Ability to push, pull, lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a regular basis and up to 80 pounds occasionally
TO QUALIFY
We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific in your application materials on how your background is relevant.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Any combination of education and experience that provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the classification duties and responsibilities
Working environment : Work outdoors in heat, cold and inclement weather
COVID-19 vaccination requirement:
Metro is committed to ensuring the health and safety for our employees and our community. As a part of this commitment, Metro has implemented a vaccine requirement policy for employees, paid and unpaid interns and volunteers.
Proof of full COVID-19 vaccination is considered a minimum qualification requirement for Metro job applicants. This proof will be requested during the hiring process.
If you require an accommodation under this policy for a medical condition or disability, or sincerely held religious belief, please email benefits.help@oregonmetro.gov.
If this statement is true for you, then you may be ineligible to apply:
If I was terminated for cause during any of my employment with Metro, or resigned in lieu of termination, I understand I may be ineligible for rehire for a minimum of 3 years.
Like to have:
You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Your transferable skills are any skills you have gained through education, work experience (including the military) or life experience that are relevant for this position.
- Previously worked in this position.
- Have a valid driver’s license.
These positions are classified as variable hour. Variable hour employees cannot work more than 1,040 hours per year.
SCREENING AND EVALUATION
The Application Packet: The application packet consists of the following documents. Please ensure that you upload these documents in your online application. Make sure your application is complete, missing any part of these items could result in an incomplete application and will not be moved forward in the recruitment.
- A completed online application
- Answers to the supplemental questions
- Initial review of minimum qualifications
- In-depth evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates
- Will be doing periodic reviews of the applications while the position is open. First one is set for April 12th. Will close early if we get enough qualified applications.
- Consideration of top candidates/interviews
- Testing/Assessments
- Reference Check
Recruiter: Megan Warneke
Email: megan.warneke@oregonmetro.gov
COVID-19 safety: The health and safety of our employees and community is a top priority for Metro. Employees will be required to follow all Metro COVID-related policies and procedures, which may meet or exceed guidelines set forth by the CDC, Oregon Health Authority, and other federal, state and local jurisdictions. Learn more at oregonmetro.gov/COVID-19.
Equal employment opportunity: All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, familial status, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, disability for which a reasonable accommodation can be made or any other status protected by law. Assistance will be gladly provided upon request for any applicant with sensory or non-sensory disabilities.
Online applications: Metro accepts job applications online. If you need assistance or accommodation with your application, or access to a computer, call 503-797-1570.
Accommodation: Reasonable accommodation is available to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing this application or participating in this process. To obtain confidential assistance please contact Human Resources 503-797-1570.
Pay equity at Metro: Every worker must get equal pay for equal work regardless of your gender, race, age or other protected characteristics. Metro has established processes and conducts routine pay equity reviews as part of the hiring process to ensure compliance with the 2017 Oregon Pay Equity Act.
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS): Unless otherwise stated in a collective bargaining agreement, Metro pays both the employee and employer portion of PERS contributions for eligible employees.
Veterans' preference: Under Oregon Law, qualified veterans may be eligible for veterans' preference when applying for Metro positions. If you are a veteran and would like to be considered for a veterans' preference for this job, please provide qualifying documents as instructed during the application process.
Metro participates in the State of Oregon Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and provides paid sick leave.
