Custodian
Facilities & Environmental Services

Full-Time, Non-Exempt, Pay Grade 4

The Custodian performs routine and non-routine cleaning in an assigned area or areas to provide the proper building sanitation by following prescribed cleaning frequencies. Provides project work periodically and responds to other miscellaneous requests submitted by County/Court staff. Works under limited supervision performing routine cleaning tasks by using prescribed chemicals and machines. The functions include trash removal and disposal, sweeping, dust mopping, high and low dusting, wet mopping, vacuuming and spotting carpet, restroom sanitation, cleaning glass, mirrors and fixtures, restocking soap dispensers and paper supplies, sanitizing drinking fountains, cleaning walls, vents, moving furniture, and collecting recycled paper.  Essential functions include, and are not limited to the following:

• Responsible for the proper cleaning, care and storage of equipment and supplies;
• Responds to a variety of requests from staff which includes but are not limited to setting up for meetings, moving furniture, unloading and storing deliveries;
• Responds to accidents or potential safety hazards such as spills and restroom problems;
• Refinishes or restores resilient floor tile as required by mechanical stripping, sealing, finishing, spray buffing, scrubbing and recoating;
• Maintains carpet by machine extraction, spotting and bonnet cleaning;
• Responsible for opening and/or securing the building on weekends;
• Remove trash and office paper from office space;
• Performs other duties as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:  Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of high school and some building cleaning experience. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Satisfactory health condition as certified by a competent medical authority. 

Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment; ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions; ability to perform manual and semi-skilled work; ability to get along well with others; ability to read; thoroughness, cleanliness.

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS AND NATURE OF WORK CONTACTS:  Cleaning and maintenance work done typically walking and standing; some lifting and carrying objects weighing 12-50 pounds, some furniture moving, occasional operation of vehicles. Work environment exposes employee to potential minor injuries and frequently adverse weather. Occasional exposure to potentially hazardous substances. Frequent and regular contacts with internal staff and the outside public for the purpose of providing custodial services.

SALARY:  Hiring Range: $10.00 - $12.00/per hour based on experience, education and internal equity.               

                Internal candidates will receive pay adjustments in accordance with Local Government Personnel Policy, §P-60.

DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS:  Until Filled