Custodian

Definition

Under supervision, to keep assigned building spaces clean and orderly; to prepare rooms for meetings; and to perform related work as required.

Positions in this class require a minimal amount of previous custodial or general maintenance experience. Positions in this class perform work which is highly structured, which seldom varies, and which is performed in accordance with established instructions. Incumbents receive thorough instructions when tasks are initially assigned and after training are expected to perform duties without constant supervision. Work is reviewed periodically upon completion and while in progress.

Incumbents are expected to refer most variations in work to the supervisor for instructions.

Cleans offices and other areas in public buildings; sweeps, mops, strips and waxes floors; vacuums carpeted areas; dusts and polishes stainless steel and furniture, woodwork and Venetian blinds; replenishes supplies; cleans base-boards; cleans stoves and ovens; performs minor repair work to plumbing fixtures; cleans refrigerators; sweeps sidewalks and entry ways; cleans blackboards; maintains inventory of restroom and cleaning supplies; sets up rooms for meetings;

empties and cleans waste receptacles; washes windows; polishes metal work; turns out lights and locks doors and windows; performs minor building and related equipment maintenance repair work; maintains proper care of equipment and materials used in the work; and performs related work as required.

• License required: Possession of a valid California Driver's License, a good driving record.
• Education and Experience:
  • Completion of formal or informal education sufficient to read and write at the level required for successful job performance.
  • One year of custodial experience.
• Qualifications:
  • Basic math.
  • Proper methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the custodial trade.
  • Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Abilities:
  • Perform routine cleaning work, including washing, dusting, waxing, polishing and sweeping.
  • Read, understand and apply simple materials.
  • Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
  • Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Medium work-lifting, carrying and/or pushing 50 pounds with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 25 pounds.

THE CITY OF CLOVIS IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER