Custodian-Cleaner (PT)
THE SCHEDULE FOR THIS POSITION IS EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY - 8:00 am to 12:00 NOON
GENERAL PURPOSE
This is building custodial cleaning work at the full performance level. A position in this class sweeps, vacuums, mops, buffs floors, and performs all cleaning as needed in courtrooms, all office areas, corridors, and restrooms. A position in this class is differentiated from those in related classes by the routine nature of the duties performed.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
A position in this class reports directly to the Custodian Crew Leader and the Custodial Superintendent.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
This position is not responsible for the supervision of other employees.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES OF THE POSITION
Sweeps floors, high dusts, vacuums, empties waste cans (replacing liners), dry and wet mops floors, strip, wax and buff floors periodically.
Washes moldings and cleans windows as needed. Cleans; sanitizes and disinfects all rest rooms fixtures and surfaces.
Checks for sufficient paper supplies in rest rooms, adding additional supplies as needed.
Spreads melting agents and removes snow from walkways.
*An employee assigned to this title shall perform a majority, but may not perform all, of the duties listed in this job description. Conversely, minor level duties performed on the job may not be listed. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
REQUIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE – Any equivalent combination of acceptable training and experience which has provided the knowledge, skills and abilities cited below.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Basic knowledge of methods and techniques of building cleaning.
Ability to read directions, instructions and safety precautions pertaining to cleaning products and equipment.
Ability to learn the specific uses of any assigned equipment and products. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to respond correctly and politely to associates, other County personnel, and the public.
Ability to perform manual labor.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English to perform the duties of this position.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT
Floor buffers, steam cleaners, carpet cleaners, washers, vacuum cleaners, mops, broom, and dusting equipment.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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 twenty-five (25) pounds and may occasionally lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds with equipment or other employee assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
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.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
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 risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment varies.
SELECTION GUIDELINES
Formal application, rating of education and experience, oral interview and reference check as well as job related tests may be required.
The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
FLSA STATUS: FLSA NON-EXEMPT (ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME)
DESIGNATION: CAREER SERVICE
PAY GRADE: RU-09
UNION STATUS: AFSCME RESIDUAL UNIT
Updated August 2023