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Custodian (Buildings & Grounds)

City of Greenville
Greenville, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 9/30/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/25/2026

The City of Greenville's Public Recreation & Parks Department is seeking a motivated individual for the position of Custodian in our Buildings & Grounds division. This position maintains the upkeep and cleanliness of City buildings and grounds to ensure sound operations and a safe work environment. 

FLSA Status:  Non-Exempt

  • Cleans floors, walls, windows, lavatory fixtures, stairs, and doors using brooms, dust mops, heavy wet mops, brushes, and sponges;
  • Operates buffing machine to remove or renew wax finishes;
  • Empties trash containers;
  • Replaces and removes light bulbs;
  • Performs manual labor related to building operations;
  • Notifies supervisor of cleaning supplies inventory; 
  • Makes minor repairs;
  • Makes deliveries and runs errands;
  • Transports mail and other materials; and 
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.
Education and Experience:
  • Ability to read and write sufficiently to complete required tasks (High school diploma or GED preferred); and
  • One year of experience in custodial/building facility maintenance work.
OR
  • High school diploma or GED;  and
  • At least six months of experience in custodial/building facility maintenance work.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:
  •  building maintenance practices, supplies, and equipment.
  •  hazards and safety methods related to custodial operations.
Ability to:
  •  use assigned cleaning equipment.
  •  climb and work safely from ladders.
  •  understand and follow oral and written directions.
  •  perform a variety of manual tasks.
  •  work cooperatively with City officials, other employees, and the general public.
  •  work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
  •  meet the mental and physical demands of the job.
  • Valid North Carolina Driver's License required.
  • This position is designated Essential Personnel and On-Call: when required, reports to work during inclement weather, natural disasters, and emergency situations.
  • Must be able to work late shifts and be available for the City Council meetings as required.
  • Regular working hours are Monday - Friday 1:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
  • Work monthly rotating late shifts for City Council meetings and other scheduled meetings, and work a rotating on-call schedule.
  • This position requires the ability to lift and/or carry 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.

Salary : $35,485

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