Building Services Custodian

POSITION SUMMARY

The Custodian performs unskilled/semi-skilled custodial duties necessary for the upkeep of City buildings. 

REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Building Services Supervisor

Direct Reports: None

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The listed examples of work are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They may be modified with additions, deletions, or changes as necessary.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Performs general cleaning, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and polishing furniture.
• Empties trash containers and picks up debris.
• Washes glass surfaces that may include windows (interior & exterior), doors, and desktops.
• Operates floor buffer, auto scrubber, vacuum, and carpet cleaning equipment.
• Informs supervisor of hazardous and unsafe conditions of City buildings.
• Sets-up various City facilities for meetings, which includes, setting up tables and chairs, and assisting with audio/visual equipment as specified by room set-up request.
• Uses city vehicles to pick up/drop off supplies and runs errands as requested by City officials, management staff, and supervisor.
• Ensures building security by checking to see all doors are locked and the building is clear each night through visual inspection. Also, notifies supervisor of any lights or locks that need to be replaced or repaired.
• Dusts the outside of air conditioning and heating vents.
• Conducts facility inspections with supervisor to ensure level of service agreements are being met by staff and contractors.
• Replace soap and paper products, as needed. 
• Responds to calls for bloodborne cleanup.
• Responds to emergency clean up calls.
• Cleans and sanitizes locker rooms including showers, restroom areas, sinks, counter surfaces, urinals, and toilets. 
• Conducts other related duties as assigned.

Other Duties & Responsibilities

• Responds to requests such as hanging pictures, moving furniture, or replacing light bulbs.
• Shovels snow and applies ice-melt to City walkways and corridors.

PREPARATION AND TRAINING

Education: High School education or GED preferred

Work Experience: 1 year experience in janitorial and building maintenance

Certifications and/or Licensures:  ISSA Basic Certified Custodial Technician or the ability to obtain within 6 months of initial employment.

Required Driver’s License: Valid Colorado driver’s license and a safe driving record

Must pass the Criminal Justice information and Services (CJIS) background check prior to start date

An equivalent combination of education, training and relevant job experience may be substituted.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge

Working knowledge of custodial tasks, and surface cleaning techniques

Basic knowledge of:

• Cleaning chemicals
• Maintaining equipment

Skills and Abilities

Communication - Basic skills needed to communicate with co-workers, citizens, and contractors. 

Mechanical - Basic skills required to operate a floor buffing machine, auto scrubber, carpet cleaning equipment and vacuum cleaners.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is performed inside City facilities and occasionally on the surrounding grounds (outside).  Works near moving mechanical parts; exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and various chemicals, some of which may be toxic.  The employee is exposed to various conditions including wet, hot, and cold conditions.

May be required to work day or night shifts.

HOURLY RATE

$17.47 - $26.21/hour, depending on qualifications and experience.

This is a full-time position. 

BENEFITS

The City of Englewood offers a comprehensive benefits package including but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans
• Retirement Plans
• Paid Time Off 
• Paid Sick Leave 
• 12 Paid Holidays 

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Open until filled.

Salary : $17 - $26