CUSTODIAN

GRADE: 4

JOB TYPE: Full-Time

LOCATION: Martinsburg, WV

FLSA STATUS : Non-Exempt

DEPARTMENT : Custodial Services

REPORTS TO: Custodial Services Manager

GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK:
Custodians are responsible for maintaining cleanliness and orderliness within Berkeley County Government facilities as well as ensuring a safe and sanitary environment for employees and the public. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude towards completing tasks efficiently.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

• Clean and sanitize restrooms/bathrooms using established practices and procedures.
• Monitors and inspects the outside of assigned buildings. If necessary, will pick-up trash, cigarette butts, etc. and sweep the entrance way areas to buildings.
• Clean, dust, and wipe furniture; sweep, mop, or vacuum floors; empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers; refill restroom dispensers.
• If necessary, assist with the set-up of meeting rooms.
• Strip, clean, buff and apply floor sealer and floor finish to hard surface floors, vacuum and shampoo carpets.
• Use and assist in the maintenance of buffers, scrubbers, vacuums, brooms, mops and squeegees for the cleaning and general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture, etc.
• Wash walls, mirrors, receptacles, etc. as directed.
• Use ladders when required in work assignments.
• If necessary, lock and unlock assigned office suites and/or buildings. Secure office suites and/or buildings when facilities are not in use, checking for unlocked doors and windows, report any unauthorized occupants, turn off lights.
• Identify and report any observed unsafe conditions and/or hazards that might exist.
• Understand and follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and cleaning supplies.
• Wash accessible interior and exterior windows as needed.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Considerable building cleaning and/or light maintenance experience.
• General knowledge of the common practices, tools, and terminology associated with building cleaning and/or maintenance.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• General knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions associated with building cleaning/maintenance.
• Ability to estimate needed materials and time required for various job assignments.
• Ability to establish good working relationships with associates and to work together as a team.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

**Comparable training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications**

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to stand for long periods of time.
• Must be able to bend, stoop, kneel, work overhead and lift up to 40 pounds.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a valid Driver's License.
• Ability to work varied shifts as required.
• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential tasks.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
The Berkeley County Commission provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Code : 825206-1
Location : CUSTODIAL SERVICES
Job Class : CUSTODIAN
MINIMUM STARTING SALARY: $32,250.00-$32,250.00

Salary : $32,250