Custodial Worker - Qualifications Waived

Custodial Worker 2

The Department of Tourism and Cultural Affairs, Division of Museums and History, Nevada State Museum is seeking to fill a Custodial Worker 2 position in Las Vegas. The position works under the direction of the Facility Supervisor 3 and is responsible for cleaning and sanitizing offices, restrooms, museum galleries, storage facilities and other assigned areas. The position operates manual and power cleaning tools and equipment and utilizes a wide range of cleaning agents and materials.

The position keeps track of inventory, cleaning supplies, performs maintenance and simple repairs on custodial equipment, and minor maintenance and emergency repairs. The position also assists with the Events Coordinator to set up and tear down tables, chairs, AV equipment, etc., and occasionally, work Special Events in the evenings.

Custodial Workers perform general cleaning services to State facilities using various cleaning equipment and materials to provide a safe, hygienic and orderly work environment for all users.

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and one year of custodial or janitorial experience in a commercial, industrial, hospital, governmental or similar environment; OR six months of general work experience and one year of custodial or janitorial experience in a commercial, industrial, hospital, governmental or similar environment; OR six months of experience as a Custodial Worker I in Nevada State service OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Clean and/or sanitize offices, restrooms, showers, bathtubs, laundry rooms, classrooms and other facilities or assigned areas according to prescribed schedules, methods and procedures. Dust, mop and apply finish to various types of floors; vacuum and shampoo various types of carpets; wash windows, doors, mirrors, walls, woodwork and fixtures; clean and sanitize restrooms; polish furniture; clean stairwells and elevators; and empty waste receptacles.

Operate various types of powered equipment such as electric strippers, buffers, burnishers, power washers and vacuums; utilize a wide range of cleaning agents and materials; and observe appropriate safety precautions in the handling and application of products and materials; and attend in-service and training sessions as required. Provide security to State buildings by ensuring that windows, doors and/or access ways are properly secured when and where appropriate;

lock doors, windows and gates; arm security systems; and report security deficiencies. Replace light bulbs, fluorescent tubes, vacuum belts and bags; report broken and malfunctioning equipment to supervisor and request cleaning supplies as needed. Move and help transport furniture to different locations; set up rooms in a timely manner for meetings and special events. Maintain required logs of work completed, inventory and supplies used;

complete required forms and prepare routine reports as needed. Perform related duties as required. Under general supervision, incumbents, in addition to performing the full range of duties described in the series concept, perform minor repairs to leaking faucets, plugged drains or faulty toilets; repair and service custodial equipment such as buffers and vacuum cleaners; perform touch-up to existing paint; may remove snow from walkways, driveways or parking lots;

and ensure security systems are functioning properly and report security deficiencies. Incumbents may be designated as lead persons or night shift supervisors for the purposes of work assignment; train and review completed tasks performed by subordinate custodial workers; and keep an inventory of equipment and supplies needed. This is the lead-worker class in the series.

Working knowledge of: materials and equipment used in custodial functions; safe and proper methods of using/mixing cleaning chemicals. Ability to: communicate effectively orally and in writing; perform minor maintenance and emergency repairs to leaking faucets, plugged drains or malfunctioning toilets; perform lead worker duties such as assigning and reviewing work and training new employees; maintain supply inventory…