Custodian

Class Purpose

Under supervision, the Custodian performs a wide variety ofcustodial duties for cleaning assigned areas, rooms, buildings oroffice space. It differs from the class of Lead Custodian in thatthe latter has lead supervisory responsibilities. This is the working level of the custodial series. Incumbents are generallyexpected to be able to use standard cleaning materials and equipment in the performance of their duties.

• Cleans, sweeps, scrubs, strips, mops and waxes floors.
• Vacuums, shampoos and extracts dirt from rugs and carpets.
• Cleans rest rooms, offices, shops, classrooms, kitchens, labs,theater, locker rooms and gym areas.
• Washes walls and removes graffiti.
• Cleans windows and drinking fountains.
• Empties and cleans waste containers.
• Cleans chalk boards, white boards and erasers.
• Replaces lights and cleans diffusers.
• Empties garage and trash cans.
• Secures buildings having an alarm system.
• Reports needed repairs, hazardous materials or safety violations to supervisors.
• Assists in moving supplies and arranging furniture and equipment.
• Sets up facilities for special events.
• May assist in ordering, receiving, storing and inventorying ofworking supplies from college stores.
• May make minor non-technical repairs.
• Performs other relates duties as assigned.

• Methods of cleaning and preserving floors, walls, furniture,and fixtures.
• Cleaning materials, disinfectants, hazardous materials, and equipment used in custodial work.
• Common tools and their uses.

• Use cleaning materials and equipment safely and with skill and efficiency.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Move supplies and furniture and set up rooms and buildings for special occasions.
• Use common electrical cleaning equipment.

Candidates must clearly demonstrate through their applicationmaterial that they meet the minimum qualifications of the position.

All properly completed applications will be reviewed, and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue inthe selection process. Examinations for the positions may consistof any combination of written, performance, and oral exams to evaluate the applicant's skills, training, and experience for the position.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo areference/background check (to include a conviction record) and maybe required to pass a post-offer pre-employment medical examination including a drug/alcohol screening depending upon job classification. New employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization.