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Custodian

Washington County
Blair, NE Full Time
POSTED ON 4/14/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/11/2026

Description

The Custodian is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, sanitation, and appearance of county buildings and public facilities. This role ensures a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment for employees, visitors, and the public. Work is performed independently and may involve following a routine schedule as well as completing special cleaning projects as assigned.

Responsibilities

  • Perform routine cleaning of offices, restrooms, hallways, public areas, breakrooms, and meeting rooms.
  • Sweep, mop, vacuum, and carpet-clean floors as required.
  • Clean and disinfect restrooms, including sinks, toilets, mirrors, and fixtures.
  • Remove trash and recycling from all designated areas and ensure proper disposal.
  • Restock restroom and cleaning supplies (e.g., paper products, soap).
  • Clean windows, glass doors, entryways, and interior partitions.
  • Dust furniture, fixtures, ledges, vents, and equipment.
  • Assist with room setup for county meetings, events, and public functions (tables, chairs, equipment).
  • Operate and maintain cleaning equipment and supplies safely.
  • Comply with county safety policies and follow all cleaning standards and procedures.
  • Respond to urgent cleaning needs or spills in a timely manner.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Skills

  • Previous janitorial, custodial, or building maintenance experience preferred but not required.
  • Ability to use cleaning equipment (vacuums, floor scrubbers, carpet extractors, etc.).
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently.

Qualifications

  • High School diploma or equivalent.

Physical Requirements

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 accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands or arms, climb or balance, talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds occasionally.

Working Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to indoor and outdoor conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Pay: $16.50 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $19

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