Custodian

Job Overview

Position Summary

Under general supervision, the Custodian I performs a variety of tasks in the cleaning and minor maintenance of City buildings, facilities and grounds; and performs related work as required. The ideal candidate is able to follow a management philosophy that is input oriented and values problem solving and development of partnerships; works effectively as a member of a team; and desires to be part of an organization that values service, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation and team work.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: The work in this class involves responsibility for performing a variety of tasks in the cleaning and minor maintenance of City buildings, facilities and grounds. Assignments are received orally from the Building Services Manager who may inspect work while in progress and upon completion.

Job Duties

•Cleans offices, buildings, conference rooms, hallways, stairways, elevator and related areas; carpeting;
•Mops, sweeps, strips, waxes, buffs and vacuums floors;
•Polishes metal work, and dusts, waxes, washes and polishes furniture and woodwork;
•Washes and cleans walls, windows, stairs and handrails;
•Empties trash cans, and disposes of waste products and recycles appropriate materials;
•Picks up paper, trash and other debris around buildings and grounds;
•Opens and locks facilities and ensures building security;
•Operates small snow blower and shovels snow;
•Moves small furniture;
•Cleans and sanitizes restroom facilities, sinks, toilets and floors;
•Performs minor repairs to buildings and equipment, such as changing light bulbs, adjusting thermostats, etc.;
•Raises and lowers flags;
•Provides information to the public;
•Records maintenance and cleaning activities;
•Reports issues of faulty equipment;
•Assists with room/building preparation for meetings or events.

Qualifications

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Mechanical?- Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

• Building Maintenance?- Planning and doing the basic maintenance on the building.
• Manual Dexterity?- Holding or moving items with your hands.
• Arm-Hand Steadiness?- Keeping your arm or hand steady.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent; and
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid state driver’s license.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Additional years of experience in custodial or janitorial work or building maintenance.
• Forklift certification.
• Experience with Microsoft Suite.

 

Supplemental Information

 

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:?  Employee shall establish their principal place of residence within fifty (50) miles of their place of employment as soon as practical after appointment, but within two years of appointment.

SUPERVISORY STATUS:  None

FLSA STATUS:  Non-Exempt