Custodial Worker - Qualifications Waived

Job Summary

Custodial Workers perform general cleaning services to State facilities using various cleaning equipment and materials to provide a safe, hygienic and orderly work environment for all users. The Custodial Worker 2 position with the Office of the Military is a professional who performs tasks that keep the building and the surrounding grounds in good shape to ensure everything runs smoothly, from dusting to ensuring paper supplies are stocked in restrooms.

Custodial workers are also responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of buildings and facilities. They work under the supervision of a custodial supervisor and follow established procedures and safety guidelines. Priorities include cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, locker rooms, and other facilities; vacuuming, sweeping, and mopping floors; dusting and wiping down surfaces; emptying trash and recycling bins; refilling restroom and cleaning supplies;

reporting maintenance or safety issues; performing routine cleaning tasks on a regular schedule; and assisting with setting up for events or special projects.

• Graduation from high school or equivalent education and one year of custodial or janitorial experience in a commercial, industrial, hospital, governmental or similar environment;
• Six months of general work experience and one year of custodial or janitorial experience in a commercial, industrial, hospital, governmental or similar environment;
• Six months of experience as a Custodial Worker I in Nevada State service;
• An equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.
• PER EXECUTIVE ORDER , ALL MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS HAVE BEEN WAIVED FOR THIS POSITION UNTIL JUNE 30, 2026.

• Perform minor repairs to leaking faucets, plugged drains or faulty toilets; repair and service custodial equipment such as buffers and vacuum cleaners; perform touch‑up to existing paint; remove snow from walkways, driveways or parking lots; and ensure security systems are functioning properly and report security deficiencies.
• Train and review completed tasks performed by subordinate custodial workers; keep an inventory of equipment and supplies needed; may be designated as lead persons or night shift supervisors for the purposes of work assignment.
• Clean and/or sanitize offices, restrooms, showers, bathtubs, laundry rooms, classrooms and other facilities or assigned areas according to prescribed schedules, methods and procedures.
• Dust, mop and apply finish to various types of floors; vacuum and shampoo various types of carpets; wash windows, doors, mirrors, walls, woodwork and fixtures; clean and sanitize restrooms; polish furniture; clean stairwells and elevators; and empty waste receptacles.
• Operate various types of powered equipment such as electric strippers, buffers, burnishers, power washers and vacuums; utilize a wide range of cleaning agents and materials; observe appropriate safety precautions in handling and application of products and materials; attend in‑service and training sessions as required.
• Provide security to State buildings by ensuring that windows, doors and/or access ways are properly secured when and where appropriate; lock doors, windows and gates; arm security systems; and report security deficiencies.
• Replace light bulbs, fluorescent tubes, vacuum belts and bags; report broken and malfunctioning equipment to supervisor and request cleaning supplies as needed.
• Move and help transport furniture to different locations; set up rooms in a timely manner for meetings and special events.
• Maintain required logs of work completed, inventory and supplies used; complete required forms and prepare routine reports as needed.
• Perform related duties as required.
• This is the lead‑worker class in the series.

• Working knowledge of materials and equipment used in custodial functions; safe and proper methods of using/mixing cleaning chemicals.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; perform minor maintenance and emergency repairs to leaking faucets, plugged drains or malfunctioning toilets; perform lead worker duties such as assigning and reviewing work and…