Custodian

Custodian

Do you have a background in janitorial work or building maintenance? Do you take pride and enjoy maintaining a clean environment? The City of Ontario's Public Works Agency has an excellent opportunity for a Custodian to join their dedicated team in making sure that City buildings and facilities are well cleaned and maintained. Under supervision, the Custodian performs semi-skilled custodial duties, replacing supplies and performing modern and efficient janitorial methods and techniques.

The ideal candidate will exhibit excellent service in teamwork, communication, and responsiveness. The successful candidate will be able to work extended hours including evenings, nights, or weekend shifts and possess knowledge and experience in the proper use of appropriate chemical practices as well as have the ability to review and understand written safety precautions. Additionally, the successful candidate will embody the City’s mission and vision, as well as the qualities of a Five Tool Player – Leader, Thinker, Communicator, Operator and Public Servant – and the City’s Customer Service Philosophy
– Empathy, Respect, and Problem Solving.

• Cleans and maintains buildings using applicable equipment, tools, and cleaning agents.
• Cleans and sanitizes restrooms, kitchens, and eating areas.
• Stocks restroom facilities with supplies such as soap and paper products; performs minor repairs of dispensers.
• Replaces light bulbs throughout facilities.
• Cleans and maintains equipment; keeps custodian closet organized; inspects work areas and makes routine repairs or reports major maintenance needs.
• Sweeps, mops, vacuums, dusts, and cleans offices and other work areas.
• Collects and properly disposes of hazardous and non-hazardous waste.
• Strips, waxes, and polishes floors; shampoos and deep‑cleans carpets.
• Recycles paper, boxes, and newspapers.
• Completes daily time sheet, work order requests and supply forms.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education
:
High school diploma or recognized equivalent.

Experience
:
One year of janitorial or building maintenance work.

Desirable
:
Previous experience within the janitorial/custodial field, cleaning facilities, waste disposal, and working with equipment such as floor scrubbers, floor polishers, and carpet cleaners.

License
:
Valid California Class C driver’s license with an acceptable driving record at the time of hire and throughout employment.

Special Requirements
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Ability to work extended hours and evening, night, or weekend shifts; may be required to return to work in emergency situations; ability to move and lift equipment of 50 pounds or more.

Background Investigation
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Candidates must successfully complete a background investigation conducted by the Ontario Police Department, including a polygraph test. Disqualifying factors include excessive traffic citations, arrests or convictions, history of illegal substance abuse, poor credit history, or theft from a previous employer.

Apply online by clicking the Apply link at the top of this announcement. If this is your first time using , you will be prompted to create a new user account; otherwise, log in with your user name and password. Your application and responses to any supplemental questions will be used to evaluate your qualifications for this position.

• List any relevant experience and education that demonstrates you qualify for the position.
• List all periods of employment for at least the past 10 years, beginning with your most recent or present employer (including, if applicable, all employment with the City of Ontario).
• Separately list each position held, including different positions with the same employer.

A resume may be attached to your application but will not substitute for the proper completion of your application. Applications that are not properly completed may be rejected.

Applicants are required to submit required certification(s) or other required documentation as outlined in the Qualifications Guideline section of this bulletin. Use the attachment function found on the City’s online application to attach copies of the requested certification(s) or documentation.…