Lead Custodian

Position: Lead Custodian (52900)
# Lead Custodian (52900)
Las Vegas , NM 87701## Overview Salary Range $15.75 - $19.03 Hourly Position Type Full Time
-Reg Education Level High School or GED Category

Staff## Description
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* SUMMARY:

** This position is responsible for functioning as lead custodian worker while performing a variety of tasks in assigned areas. This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement upon completion of probationary period.
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* DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

*** Vacuuming, sweeping, and emptying trash receptacles.
* Cleans restrooms and restocks paper and soap supplies.
* Performs routine maintenance to custodial equipment and/or supplies.
* Directs the work of lower-level Custodial Workers to include assigning workload and monitoring employee performance.
* Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.
* Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
* Maintains adequate supplies for the day to day needs of custodial staff.
* Cleans fixtures, blinds, pictures, shelves, drapes and ashtrays.
* Wash windows, restrooms and kitchens.
* Assist in shoveling snow in entryways.
* Move furniture and perform set-ups as necessary.
* Shampoo carpets, strips and waxes floors, as required.
* Shovels snow in entryways as required.
* Dusts and Mops floors.
* Maintain regular attendance.
* Perform other job-related duties as assigned.## Qualifications
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* MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

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* ** EDUCATION**:
High School Diploma or GED.
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* EXPERIENCE:

** Three (3) years’ experience working as a Custodial Worker.
** EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
*** Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, holidays, odd hours, and emergency calls.
* Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Driver’s License.
** KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:
*** Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instruction.
* Knowledge in properly handling hazardous chemicals and materials.
* Knowledge in proper cleaning techniques.
* Knowledge of safety procedures.
* Ability to give direction while functioning as a lead worker.
* Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.
* Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.
* Ability to operate vacuums and other related equipment.
* Ability to read and write effectively.
* Ability to understand, follow and enforce safety procedures.
* Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
* Ability to lead and train staff.
** PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
*** Lifting 0 to 50 pounds – Frequently
* Lifting greater than fifty pounds – Occasionally
* Standing – Frequently
* Walking – Frequently
* Bending – Frequently
* Squat – Frequently
* Climbing – Frequently
* Kneeling – Frequent
** WORK ENVIRONMENT:
*** May be exposed to hazardous chemicals and materials.
* Work in dirty/dusty conditions – Frequently
* Work in noisy conditions – Occasionally
* Work around fumes and odors – Frequently
* Work in wet and humid environments – Occasionally
* Work in poorly lit areas – Occasionally
* Work on elevated heights – Occasionally