Custodian

Role Overview

The Custodian works with general supervision to carry out a range of cleaning and janitorial tasks that keep an assigned City facility clean, sanitary, orderly, and well maintained. The role calls for a professional, courteous, and helpful approach while supporting the daily upkeep of the building.

Key Duties

• Carry out routine floor care, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, scrubbing, and waxing.
• Dust, clean, and polish furniture; wipe and sanitize counters and other surfaces; and clean windows, doors, glass, mirrors, and mechanical items such as monitors, desktops, printers, and similar equipment as needed.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and break areas, including fixtures, soap dispensers, and paper product supplies.
• Collect trash and remove garbage from the facility.
• Use chemicals and equipment in line with OSHA requirements and established safety practices.
• Follow approved procedures when applying cleaning chemicals.
• Work safely when cleaning, lifting, moving items, and operating equipment.
• Track cleaning inventory and request supplies and materials when needed.
• Protect equipment and supplies from misuse, loss, theft, or damage.
• Inspect equipment regularly to help prevent injury and damage, and ensure repairs are completed when necessary.
• Set up and restore rooms for meetings or special events by arranging tables, chairs, and other equipment, and handling clean-up afterward.
• Remove litter and debris from nearby grounds, parking areas, and annex spaces connected to the assigned City building.
• Secure the building throughout the workday and lock it at the end of the shift.
• Complete other duties related to the position as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

This position requires a high school diploma or GED. Candidates should be able to maintain dependable attendance, read and follow cleaning, maintenance, and safety instructions, and communicate clearly in both spoken and written form. The role also calls for knowledge of standard cleaning practices, safe use of chemicals, and operation of custodial equipment such as buffers, carpet cleaners, and floor strippers. Applicants should understand common custodial machines and materials, be able to build effective working relationships, and stay productive in a setting with frequent interruptions and shifting priorities. A self-directed work style is important, along with the ability to complete daily responsibilities consistently. Physical demands include lifting up to 50 lbs and standing or bending for long periods. Evening and/or weekend work may be required.