Custodian

DescriptionGENERAL POSITION SUMMARY:The Custodian is responsible for performing custodial duties, minor maintenance and other miscellaneous duties in order to ensure that City Hall, Utilities, and the Airport are maintained in a healthy, safe and sanitary manner. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Clean and sanitize restrooms/bathrooms using established practices and procedure. Clean, dust, and wipe furniture; sweep, mop, or vacuum floors; empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers; replace light bulbs; refill restroom dispensers. Assist with the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc. Strip, clean, buff and apply floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors, vacuum and shampoo carpets. Use and maintain assigned power equipment and hand tools; buffers, auto scrubbers, extractors, high pressure washers, high speed buffers and vacuums, brooms, mops, and squeegees for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture, etc. Wash walls and equipment; use ladders when required in work assignments. Lock and unlock assigned buildings: secure building when facilities are not in use checking for unlocked doors and windows, report any unauthorized occupants, turn off lights. Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Use as directed. Perform cleaning and related activities such as removing debris from sidewalks and stairs in areas using hand-operated tools or small power equipment. Move furniture, equipment, supplies and tools on an incidental basis. Wash accessible interior and exterior windows. Clean blinds. Launder cleaning rags and dust mops. Have essential physical and mental capabilities in the following: Interpersonal skills, memory, attention to detail, follow directions, comprehension, calculating, reading, writing, speaking, evaluating, mathematics, organizing and innovation. Attend to emergencies when necessary. Attend safety meetings and other related meetings. Take classes as required in cleaning methods and techniques, new products, First Aid. Handle recycling materials. Call in work orders. Assist with inventory control and security. Safely operate all vehicles and other job related equipment. OSHA rules, city health and safety regulations and guidelines, etc. Perform related duties as required. Require regular and prompt attendance plus the ability to work well with others and work well as a team.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIESThe incumbent must have proficient knowledge in the following areas: Knowledge of standard cleaning procedures, chemicals, products and equipment. Knowledge of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System. Ability to read and understand labels and instructions, particularly on the use and application of cleaning chemicals and products. Ability to work under little supervision. Ability to work efficiently at heights of 40 feet. Ability to operate a variety of heavy and light motorized equipment. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and written. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, in both small and large groups, and in formal and informal settings. Ability to understand and interpret departmental rules, regulations, procedures, and instructions both orally and in writing. Ability to interact with the public and provide information in a polite and courteous manner in person. Ability to be bonded. CPR/First Aid/AED training/certification desirable EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: High school diploma from a school accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or GED certificate issued by the appropriate state agency and considerable experience performing advanced administrative assistance supplemented by course work in computers and word processing. Substantial training and experience within a governmental setting is preferred. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is performed in an office environment and involves everyday risks or discomforts which requires normal safety precautions. Employee will at times have to work other shifts.PHYSICAL DEMANDSAbility to work in a standard office environment including ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist, and lift 20 lbs.; ability to travel to different sites and locations.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Good driving record, ability to drive a City vehicle and possession of a valid State Driver's license.