What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian position at Portage County?
JOB REQUIREMENTS: Cleaning buildings Sweeping, mopping, stripping,
sealing, and re-waxing of hard floors. Vacuuming, extracting, and
shampooing of carpeting. Empty wastebaskets and collect recyclable
materials. Clean toilets, sinks, urinals, mirrors and replenish
supplies. Wash walls and windows. Clean drinking fountains, deep sinks,
elevators, offices, public areas, lounge, and other related areas. Dust
all ledges, windowsills, shelves, cabinets, and vending machines. Clean
all cleaning equipment before putting it away. Wash all light fixtures.
Clean heat radiators and vent registers. Operate shampooers, vacuums,
floor machines, buffers, and other related equipment. Clean window
blinds. Change light bulbs. Set up meeting rooms. Performs assigned
project work and other work requests. Secure building, turn off lights,
shut and lock windows, assure building is vacant and lock doors. Notify
Lead Custodian or Assistant Facilities Management Director concerning
the need for repairs to building operating systems. Requisition supplies
and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties. General
Grounds Work Cut, trim and rake grass, water lawn. Shovel and plow snow,
salt and apply ice melt to sidewalks and steps. Keep steps clean and
ashtrays empty. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Two
Years Custodial Experience Preferred. (stripping, Waxing, Buffing, And
extracting duties with associated floor care equipment) Valid Wisconsin
driver\'s license. Must pass Caregiver and FBI criminal background check
which will be conducted by the Portage County Sheriff\'s department.
Must not have any felony convictions. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply In Person: Portage County Human Resources 1462
Strongs Ave. Stevens Point, WI 54481 Deadline- June 19, 2026 Apply
Online: www.co.portage.wi.gov Other: You may also call 715-346-1327 to
have an application mailed to you.
sealing, and re-waxing of hard floors. Vacuuming, extracting, and
shampooing of carpeting. Empty wastebaskets and collect recyclable
materials. Clean toilets, sinks, urinals, mirrors and replenish
supplies. Wash walls and windows. Clean drinking fountains, deep sinks,
elevators, offices, public areas, lounge, and other related areas. Dust
all ledges, windowsills, shelves, cabinets, and vending machines. Clean
all cleaning equipment before putting it away. Wash all light fixtures.
Clean heat radiators and vent registers. Operate shampooers, vacuums,
floor machines, buffers, and other related equipment. Clean window
blinds. Change light bulbs. Set up meeting rooms. Performs assigned
project work and other work requests. Secure building, turn off lights,
shut and lock windows, assure building is vacant and lock doors. Notify
Lead Custodian or Assistant Facilities Management Director concerning
the need for repairs to building operating systems. Requisition supplies
and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties. General
Grounds Work Cut, trim and rake grass, water lawn. Shovel and plow snow,
salt and apply ice melt to sidewalks and steps. Keep steps clean and
ashtrays empty. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Two
Years Custodial Experience Preferred. (stripping, Waxing, Buffing, And
extracting duties with associated floor care equipment) Valid Wisconsin
driver\'s license. Must pass Caregiver and FBI criminal background check
which will be conducted by the Portage County Sheriff\'s department.
Must not have any felony convictions. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS: Apply In Person: Portage County Human Resources 1462
Strongs Ave. Stevens Point, WI 54481 Deadline- June 19, 2026 Apply
Online: www.co.portage.wi.gov Other: You may also call 715-346-1327 to
have an application mailed to you.