Maintenance Custodian

Posting Period:
Position will be open until filled (candidates reviewed weekly)

• Paid Holidays - 11 per year
• Paid Sick Leave - 15 days per year with unlimited carryover of unused days
• Paid Vacation - up to 5 weeks with 15 years of service
• Paid Personal Leave - up to 3 days per year
• Student Loan Forgiveness
  - Public service employees may be eligible for student loan forgiveness through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance (single to family plan options to fit your needs)
• Life Insurance - $25,000 at no-cost to employee; option to purchase supplemental coverage for self and spouse/child(ren)
• Long Term Disability - at no cost to employee
• Ohio Public Employee Retirement System
  - Employees contribute 10% of salary and employer contribution 14%
• Supplemental Deferred Compensation Plans - employees may contribute to tax-deferred supplemental retirement accounts.
• Minimal travel between county campuses; county provided work vehicle which includes fuel and maintenance (fleet vehicles are not take-home vehicles)

Performs a variety of unskilled and semi-skilled tasks to ensure the cleanliness and safety of buildings and grounds (e.g. sweeps, dusts, wet mops, vacuums, strips, scrubs, waxes floors; shampoos carpet; cleans spills, disinfects; dusts furniture; empties trash; restocks restroom supplies; washes walls, windows, doors, woodwork and mirrors; moves furniture; replaces ceiling tiles; replaces light bulbs; pulls weeds; trims bushes and shrubs;

may mow lawn, assists with snow removal; etc.) Operates necessary equipment (vacuum cleaner, buffer, scrubber, snow blower/plow, etc.) in order to accomplish custodian tasks. Utilizes dust cloths, pails, brooms, and cleaning agents. Performs routine maintenance and repair tasks (e.g. cleans, adjusts, lubricates equipment, cleans and/or changes filters, paints, fixes minor leaks, etc.); assists maintenance personnel with major repair tasks; performs ground maintenance tasks.

Maintains supply inventory and requisitions needed supplies. Prepares and maintains records, reports and other required documentation regarding works. Attends required training sessions and staff meetings. Performs other related duties as assigned. Works alone or with other persons in short or long-term team projects to resolve problems or conflicts in any area of operations or to complete assigned projects at the direction of supervisor or Department Head when assigned.

Works aggressively to reduce or eliminate safety/risk concerns in current position or work location. Reports safety/risk management issues to immediate supervisor. Participates in cross-training and maintains proficiency in area of cross-training as necessary.

High School Education or GED. Also requires one-year of custodial, janitorial, or general maintenance experience. Knowledge of cleaning materials, equipment, and safety procedures. Ability to utilize tools of the trades, problem solve and cooperate with co-workers on group projects. Ability to maintain a safe and healthy work environment. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and ability to follow instructions. Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

May be exposed to dirt, dust, varying temperatures and dangerous equipment. Moderate to heavy lifting, pushing, pulling, crouching, stooping and bending. Works in close proximity to motorized equipment and tools; requires normal vision and hearing acuity. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

-or education, training, and/or experience in an amount equal to the Minimum Qualifications stated above.