Custodian

Job Title:

Custodian
Department:
Public Works

Reports To:

Building Maintenance Supervisor/Public Works Director
Classification:
Grade 7
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Minimum Starting Salary: $32,160.00

Department:
Public Works
This is a non-management position
This is a full time position

This position performs manual work in the care, cleaning, and basic maintenance of public buildings and facilities. Responsibilities include performing a variety of custodial and minor maintenance tasks to ensure buildings are clean, safe, and well-maintained. Work is reviewed through inspections and observations by the Building Maintenance Supervisor or Director of Public Works.

• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and polishes floors using hand tools or powered equipment.
• Dusts, cleans, and polishes furniture, fixtures, and equipment; arranges and moves items as needed.
• Cleans walls, windows, and woodwork; vacuums and shampoos carpets and rugs.
• Cleans and sanitizes restrooms; restocks paper products, soap, and other supplies.
• Removes trash, recyclables, and debris from interior and exterior areas of buildings.
• Replaces light bulbs and performs minor maintenance tasks such as touch-up painting, changing filters, and basic equipment upkeep.
• Assists with minor plumbing or maintenance issues and reports major repair needs to supervisors.
• Operates custodial equipment such as vacuums, floor buffers, and other cleaning machines.
• May operate a City vehicle as needed to perform assigned duties.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in custodial, janitorial, or related work preferred.
• Experience in minor building maintenance and repair work is desirable.
• Equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, tools, and equipment.
• Basic knowledge of maintenance tools and minor repair techniques.
• Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to use cleaning materials safely and effectively.
• Ability to work independently and complete assigned tasks efficiently.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.

The work requires frequent standing, walking, reaching, and the use of hands and arms. The employee may be required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee frequently lifts and moves items such as trash bags weighing approximately 50–60 pounds and may occasionally lift or move items exceeding 100 pounds.

The position requires the ability to move furniture and operate commercial cleaning equipment such as vacuums and floor buffers.

Vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work is performed primarily inside public buildings, with occasional outdoor duties. The employee may be exposed to:

• Wet or humid conditions
• Cleaning chemicals and fumes
• Moving mechanical equipment
• Electrical hazards

Noise levels are typically quiet but may increase when operating cleaning equipment or working near mechanical systems.

• A valid driver’s license may be required depending on assignment.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement and may be modified at any time based on the needs of the City.

Completion of a background check is required as a condition of employment.

The City of Martinsville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.

The City of Martinsville is a Drug-Free Workplace. Post-offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when the criteria outlined in City policy are met.

The City of Martinsville participates in the Federal E-Verify Program.

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