Custodian

GENERAL PURPOSE  

Performs a variety of skilled and unskilled tasks in the custodian care and maintenance of City buildings.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the close supervision of the Support Service Commander or designee.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None generally.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Clean light fixtures, and shades (including Emergency lights).
• Vacuum ALL carpeted surfaces, spot clean (when needed), sweep, and mop/steam clean ALL tile or laminate flooring. 
• Empty ALL waste receptacles (inside & outside) of building(s) and reline cans with liners including paper shredders.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, baby-changing station(s), stall partitions, and replenish supplies; clean drinking fountains, mirrors, ALL countertop(s), and any spillage on floors.
• Clean glass cases, glass doors/walls, trim (baseboard and around doors), door handles, handrails and wipe down hardwood door(s).
• Clean rain gutters and sweep sidewalks.
• Pick up litter around buildings and grounds.
• Inspect and maintain assigned custodial equipment and small tools for proper operating conditions.
• Open and close, lock and unlock facilities as needed.
• Keep records of work completed.
• Maintain current skills and knowledge in the proper and safe techniques of building maintenance.
• Report/notify any safety issues as soon as possible.

PERIPHERAL DUTIES

Move and set up furniture, pictures, etc. as needed and assigned.

Other duties as required.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

1. Any combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work.
2. High school diploma or GED equivalent.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Working knowledge of equipment, materials, and supplies used in building and grounds maintenance; Working knowledge of equipment and supplies used to do minor repairs; Some knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions;
2. Skilled in the operation of tools and equipment.

(C)       Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule; Ability to lift heavy objects, walk, and stand for long periods of time; Ability to communicate orally and in writing; Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely; Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; Ability to establish effective working relationships.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Valid Florida Drivers License.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Floor buffers, steam cleaners, carpet cleaners, washers, vacuum, mops, brooms, dusting and other equipment necessary to perform duties. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; and use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The employee occasionally works in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to the risk of electrical shock.

The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.  

Salary : $14 - $18