Cleaner​/Custodian

CUSTODIAL WORKER

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:
This is routine and repetitive manual work calling for the efficient and economical performance of building cleaning and minor maintenance tasks. Cleaning tasks are performed according to a well-established procedure, and maintenance tasks are performed under direct supervision or according to specific instructions. Work is performed under general supervision. Supervision over the work of others is not normally a responsibility of employees in this class.

• Sweeps and mops floors and stairs
• Dusts desks, woodwork, furniture and other equipment
• Washes windows, walls, blackboards, sinks and other fixtures
• Polishes furniture and metal furnishings
• Empties wastebaskets, collects and disposes of rubbish
• Clears snow and ice from walks
• May mow lawns, trim shrubs, rake leaves and perform a variety of other groundskeeping tasks as assigned
• Assists in the operation of an oil, gas or coal fired low-pressure heating system including firing and removing ashes
• Delivers packages and messages
• May check quantity and quality of supplies received for facility
• Places and removes traffic safety signs
• Arranges chairs and tables and other equipment for special use of building
• Repairs window shades, replaces light bulbs, soap and towels
• Paints rooms and equipment and assists in making minor plumbing, carpentry and electrical repairs

• Working knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment
• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions
• Ability to perform a variety of minor maintenance tasks
• Willingness to perform routine cleaning and other manual tasks
• Ability to get along well with others
• Thoroughness
• Dependability
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position

None.