CUSTODIAL TECH SR
Salary
$19.19 Hourly
Location
800 Orchard St., Lynchburg, VA
Job Type
Full-time
Job Number
03632
Department
Public Works
Division
Custodians
Opening Date
07/02/2026
Closing Date
8/2/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Description
The Lynchburg Department of Public Works is seeking experienced custodians to perform routine semi-skilled and heavy manual work in the care and cleaning of City buildings. The working hours for this position are 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
This is a full-time position with competitive benefits, including VRS retirement, paid time off, and medical, dental, and vision benefits ($26/month employee-only cost). For more information about working for the City and the competitive benefits, please click here.
An acceptable driving record according to City Driving Criteria is required.
The City of Lynchburg is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and welcomes all qualified candidates to apply.
Essential Duties
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following.
Ensures the delivery of excellent customer service by performing responsible functions in the safety, security, maintenance, and regular care of City facilities. Assists in the coordination of various services in cooperation with internal and external customers
Utilizes appropriate interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with a diverse customer base some of which may occasionally display emotions such as confusion, frustration, or anger;
Performs the following custodial cleaning functions in various buildings:
Performs Basic sweeping, vacuuming, and mopping of floors, plus advanced stripping, waxing, and buffing of floors.
Cleaning Carpets with Extractor
Spot Cleaning Carpet and Upholstered Furniture
Operate a Wet/Dry Vacuum
Cleaning and Disinfecting Urinal, Toilets and Lavatories
Refilling Soap, Towel and Toilet Tissue Dispensers
Wash Windows, Walls, Woodwork and Bathroom Fixtures Using Ladders
Gathers and disposes of trash from interior and exterior of assigned buildings; gathers paper for recycling
Dusts office furniture, partitions, high and low ledges and moldings, and venetian blinds
Assist with Cleaning of Parking Decks
Reports repairs beyond capabilities of custodial workers to supervisor or crew leader;
May perform routine security to include locking and unlocking doors and deactivating alarm system of assigned building, and reports unusual observations to supervisors;
Monitors cleaning of stairwells, elevators, restrooms, hallways, and meeting rooms;
Assists customers in accessing services;
Cleans and maintains the sidewalks and steps adjacent to assigned buildings;
Maintains flexibility to work all city buildings as needed as well as occasionally working outside normal hours;
Train new employees in general cleaning tasks and standards;
Organizes and sets up space configurations (tables, chairs and etc.) for various meetings and group assemblies within facilities and for specific off-site events;
Reports inventory needs for cleaning supplies, materials and equipment;
Retrieves supplies, equipment, furniture, etc. and deliver to specified destination;
Assembles and disassembles simple office equipment and furniture from written instructions;
Organizes and participates in the relocation of offices;
Receives and responds to work requests using a variety of communication methods (e-mail, telephone, written, etc.);
Performs a wide variety of tasks during inclement weather, including but not limited to leadership of small crews in the sidewalk snow removal function;
Transports necessary equipment; supplies; special event materials; City mail and correspondence to Council Member's homes;
Assists with flag display to assigned buildings;
Hangs pictures when needed;
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Other duties to provide direct or indirect service to the citizens may be assigned. When unusual situations occur and/or the City Manager declares a State of Emergency, all City employees may be required to accept special assignments and perform as needed to ensure appropriate service delivery.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
May oversee the work of custodians and/or temporary employees.
Minimum Education and Experience Required
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform some of the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and considerable experience in light maintenance and custodial work and experience operating a computer with knowledge of Microsoft Office Software, Lotus Notes, and the Internet; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Language Skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the facility.
Mathematical Skills
Ability to add and subtract two-digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10s and 100s. Ability to perform these operations using units of American money and weight measurement, volume, and distance.
Reasoning Ability
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Interpersonal Skills
Ability to communicate in a tactful and cooperative manner. Ability to be involved with citizens or other City employees. May provide leadership and guidance as a work leader.
Additional Requirements
Valid Virginia drivers license and acceptable driving record according to City criteria; driving record check will be completed prior to employment.
Relevant background checks (criminal and reference) completed and approved.
Must successfully complete IS100 and IS700 National Incident Management (NIMS) training within 90 days of employment. May also be required to complete higher levels of NIMS training as determined appropriate for the position.
Physical Demands
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands and fingers to operate equipment; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Work Environment
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and outside weather conditions.
The City offers an array of benefits combined with direct salary/wages in order to establish a total compensation package that supports the Citys goals of attracting, rewarding, and retaining employees who are both representatives of the community and are also able to deliver exceptional services.
the City's contribution is based on a rate determined bi-annually by the VRS Board and employees pay 5% of base pay (pre-tax) towards their VRS benefit
Life insurance at no cost to the employee
Optional benefits such as 457 deferred compensation, Roth IRA, flexible spending accounts, etc.
Eligibility for parental leave and tuition assistance
Paid Time Off
Employees in hourly and part-time positions may be eligible for benefits depending on the position
Employees of the City of Lynchburg may also be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program for federal student loans
Additional information about City benefits can be found on our website and in the Employment Policies & Procedures
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How many years of commercial custodial experience do you have?
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Describe your commercial experience, to include custodial equipment that you have operated (please be specific).
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Describe your experience with securing buildings.
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The normal working hours for this position are 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Are you willing and available to work these hours?
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This position, at times, requires you to oversee custodial tasks/duties. Describe your experience in leading a work group.
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This position requires you to work overtime to assist with snow removal and perform heavy cleaning as well as other emergencies. Are you able to work overtime when needed?
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DMV Release Notice: This position requires a valid drivers license and acceptable driving history. I hereby certify that I have read the DMV Record Release Notice, and give the City permission to obtain my driving record.
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Please provide your drivers license number so that your driving record can be obtained.
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(Current Out-of-State applicants and applicants who have had an Out-of-State Drivers License at any time in the last 3 years): I agree to provide, WITHIN 2 WEEKS OF MY APPLICATION, a copy of my driving record from that state where I am currently licensed or have been licensed within the past 3 years. I will contact Human Resources within 2 weeks if I am unable to obtain my out of state driving record in that time. I understand that my application may not be considered for this position until I submit my out of state driving record. You can email this information to human.resources@lynchburgva.gov, or fax to 434-845-4304 or mail this information to Human Resources, 900 Church Street, Lynchburg VA 24504. Include the name of the position for which you are applying. If you have a driving record less than 30 days old you can upload as an attachment to your application.
Required Question
Employer City of Lynchburg
Address 900 Church Street
Lynchburg, Virginia, 24504
Phone (434) 455-4200