Janitor

Summary

The City of Lynnwood is seeking a Janitor! The hours for this position are 6:00pm - 2:30am. This does include weekends and holidays.

The incumbent in this position is responsible for accomplishing custodial work within certain City facilities. Duties include janitorial work. The position is located within the Building and Property Services section of Public Works.

Essential Functions

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Perform custodial duties for assigned buildings (Rec Center, Wastewater Treatment Plant, Police Dept, Maintenance buildings and City Hall)
• Vacuum, spot clean carpets, steam clean carpets, clean halls and walkways, clean windows and polish brass.
• Mop, strip, seal, and polish floors.
• Remove trash and debris, empty wastebaskets.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and locker rooms, including toilets, showers, sinks, and water fountains; replenish tissue, towels, and soap.
• Dust and clean offices and conference rooms, empty and clean ashtrays and trash receptacles; clean and arrange furniture; clean backs and arms of chairs, damp wipe table tops, desks, and bookcases.
• Report when supplies are needed.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Ability to complete and learn basic janitorial tasks. Must pass a city background check.
Must possess and maintain a valid Washington State Driver's License with a driving record acceptable to the City's insurance carrier.

Additional Information

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload.

Job Location and Equipment Utilized
Work is performed in an indoor environment. Equipment utilized includes standard cleaning equipment, as well as other job specific janitorial equipment

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work effectively and efficiently without continuous supervision
• Knowledge of cleaning compounds and disinfectants.
• Ability to perform simple and repetitive tasks.

Required Physical Traits

• Ability to bend at waist, lift, carry, push and pull cleaning equipment, move furniture and objects weighting up to 100 pounds, and reach overhead.
• Visual acuity to read written and numerical materials.
• Ability to speak and hear to exchange information.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.

Must be able to work a graveyard shift-6:00pm to 2:30am. This does include weekends and holidays. No exceptions.

For information on City of Lynnwood's benefits, please click on the following link:
https://www.lynnwoodwa.gov/Government/Departments/Human-Resources