Custodian

Job Description

This position is responsible for the custodial care and cleaning of City buildings. The normal shift for this position will be Monday through Friday, 5:00 p.m. – 1:30 a.m. There is an alternate shift for this position, which will be 6:00 a.m. to 5 p.m., Thursday through Sunday or 12:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., Saturday through Tuesday. The work location for this position includes all City buildings.

• Cleans, sanitizes, and restocks restrooms; sweeps and mops floors.
• Empties and cleans waste receptacles; replaces liners.
• Enters information into work order software to track inventory, labor, and completed tasks.
• Sweeps, mops, shampoos, waxes, and vacuums floors; cleans and maintains bamboo floors.
• Cleans and sanitizes door handles, handrails, light switches, tables, countertops, etc.
• Polishes and sanitizes water fountains.
• Cleans all public access entrance ways.
• Changes light bulbs and cleans light fixtures.
• Washes, dries, and replaces laundry.
• Checks the security of doors and gates.
• Cleans and pressure washes building exteriors.
• Dusts and polishes furniture, blinds, and windowsills.
• Washes windows, walls, and baseboards.
• Reports repair needs to appropriate personnel.
• Works with personal electronic devices to input and retrieve data for asset management and scheduling.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned.

• Knowledge of safety policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the use of various cleaning chemicals.
• Skill in operating such cleaning equipment as a vacuum cleaner, burnishers, wet vac, pressure washer, laundry equipment, etc.
• Skill in following instructions.
• Skill in prioritizing work.
• Skill in time management.

The Custodial Crew Leader assigns work in terms of general instructions. The crew lead spot-checks completed work for compliance with instructions and established procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

Guidelines include supervisory instructions and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

• The work consists of related custodial duties. The need to manage time well contributes to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to participate in the custodial maintenance of City buildings. Successful performance contributes to the provision of clean and attractive facilities for employees and the general public.

• Contacts are typically with coworkers, other City employees, and the general public.
• Contacts are typically to provide services.

• The work is typically performed while standing, walking, bending, crouching or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, and utilizes the sense of smell.
• The work is typically performed in City buildings and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee is exposed to dust, dirt and irritating chemicals. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

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• Ability to read, write and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the essential functions of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one (1) to two (2) years.
• Possess a valid Washington State Driver’s license.
• All applicants must be able to successfully pass…