Custodian

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THIS RECRUITMENT IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE AT ANY TIME.  APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY IMMEDIATELY.  

UPON RECEIVING A CONDITIONAL OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT, CANDIDATES MUST SUCCESSFULLY PASS A LIVE SCAN, PHYSICAL, AND DRUG TEST IN ORDER TO MOVE FORWARD WITH THE POSITION

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DEFINITION:

Under general supervision, performs the full range of custodial duties related to the care and cleaning of assigned buildings and facilities.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This is an entry-level position in which incumbents are expected to learn and perform the full scope of assigned custodial duties at various City locations.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED

Receives general supervision and direction from Public Works Supervisor or other assigned supervisor. Does not exercise supervision over other staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (include but are not limited to the following)

• Clean and sanitize rest room facilities and fixtures including sinks, urinals and toilets; replenish supplies in rest rooms.
• Clean and sanitize meeting rooms, break rooms, locker rooms, and workout facility including sinks, showers, countertops, tables, chairs, benches, and fitness equipment.
• Sweep, vacuum, mop, wax, strip, and polish floors; vacuum and shampoo carpets and rugs.
• Dust and polish furniture, woodwork, fixtures, and equipment.
• Wash windows, mirrors, doors, and walls.
• Empty, clean and sanitize waste receptacles.
• Clean ceiling light fixtures; clean and adjust shades and blinds.
• Travel to and from various City facilities in a safe and timely manner. Secure facilities after use by ensuring doors and equipment are locked and turned off.
• Clean City facilities after meetings and/or events. May assist with meeting and/or event set up.
• Maintain cleaning supply inventory.
• Report the need for maintenance and repair, including damage or unsafe conditions to assigned supervisor.
• Establish positive working relationships with the public and co-workers, representatives of community organizations, state/local agencies, City management and staff.
• Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The position requires prolonged standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, climbing and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The employee is required to lift and move furniture and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds alone, and up to 100 pounds with assistance. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and coordination, and color vision in driving vehicles, operating equipment and using tools in a safe manner.

The employee is regularly required to use oral communication skills; work independently; and interact with City staff, and others encountered in the course of work.

The employee works indoors on a regular basis. The employee is exposed to dust, dirt, and potentially hazardous cleaning chemicals.