CUSTODIAN WILL CALL- PARKS AND RECREATION

Description

This is a non-exempt position, which is moderately heavy manual work in the care and maintenance of municipal buildings.

An employee in this classification is responsible for the performance of a wide variety of housekeeping tasks. Primary responsibility is for the use of proper methods and materials in cleaning and caring for municipal buildings and equipment. Work is normally performed under the supervision of a higher classified employee who issues work orders and instructions. Work is reviewed by the immediate supervisor; constant supervision is not necessary for routine and repetitive tasks.

"Will-Call" status – Work when needed. No set schedule.

Employees are hired as AT WILL employees that serve at the pleasure of the City and may be terminated at any time with or without cause.

Examples of Duties

Duties include the use of proper methods and materials in cleaning and caring for municipal buildings.

Scrub, mop, vacuum, sweep and polish floors.

Dust and polish furniture.

Wash windows, walls, toilets, washrooms and fixtures.

Empty waste baskets.

Move office furniture and equipment as directed.

Set up chairs, tables and equipment for meetings, classes, special events, etc.

May perform miscellaneous pick-up and delivery of errands as required.

Executes purchase orders authorized by the department director.

This position does not have final procurement authority.

Performs related work as required and as directed.

Typical Qualifications

Knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment used in cleaning and maintaining municipal buildings and property.

Ability to perform routine building maintenance, such as scrub, mop, vacuum, sweep and polish floors, clean office area, restrooms, etc.

Ability to move office furniture and equipment, set up chairs, tables and equipment for meetings, classes, special events, etc.

Ability to understand and carry out instructions and to complete work assignments correctly.

Ability to adhere to tight schedules and still maintain work quality.

Ability to use hand tools, mops, brooms, vacuum cleaners, floor polishers, ladders and cleaning materials.

Ability to perform routine minor repairs such as changing light bulbs and ballast, window repairs, plumbing repairs, etc.

Ability to operate a City vehicle and possess the required license.

Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with other municipal employees, City officials and the general public.

Skilled in the use and safe operation of equipment used in completing assigned tasks and knowledge of safety rules as required by the City.

Sufficient physical strength and agility to perform a variety of routine custodial tasks in the care and limited maintenance of buildings and equipment.

DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING

Some experience in the performance of custodial work; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, abilities and skills may be considered.

LiveScan Fingerprint Process

Incumbents in this job class are required to undergo a Level 2 Background Screening as required by the State of Florida. The screening includes a photograph, fingerprint-based searches of criminal records nationally, and is performed using the electronic LiveScan process.

Work Environment

Employees in this class are assigned on a Will Call basis and work no more than 24 per hours a week. Assignments may be less and only on an as needed basis.