Job Description

Department:

Parks & Facilities

Reports to:

Custodian Supervisor

Pay Grade/Salary Range:

PG-101 $31,512.00 - $50,419.20 ($15.15 - $24.24 hourly)

Posting Expires:

Until Filled 

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

A laborer position responsible for moderately heavy and detailed work performing housekeeping and other light maintenance tasks for County buildings and property.  

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

The following statements describe the principal functions of the job and its scope of responsibility but should not be considered an all-inclusive list of work requirements.  Individuals may perform other duties as assigned.

• Scrubs, mops, waxes, and polishes exposed floors.  
• Vacuums, cleans, and sweeps carpeted areas.  
• Dusts and polishes furniture.  
• Washes windows, woodwork, paneling, toilets, wash basins, and other fixtures in buildings.  
• Restocks paper and liquid products in bathrooms, kitchens, and other designated areas.
• Changes towels, toilet paper, and soap in washrooms or other designated work areas.
• Sweeps and generally cleans sidewalks and other outside areas near buildings.  
• Removes trash and other obstructions from buildings, sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas.  
• Replaces burned-out light bulbs.  
• Assists in making minor repairs to buildings and equipment.  
• Moves office furniture and equipment to new locations as needed.  
• Operates motor vehicles to transport materials and personnel.
• Maintains a professional and safe unit and work area adhering to established safety policies and the image desired for the organization.  
• Follows consistently the Board policies and procedures.
• Responds productively to change and performs other related tasks as required and as directed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of materials, methods, and equipment required in the performance of janitorial work.
• Skill in the operation of hand tools, buffers, vacuums, pressure cleaning duties and other mechanical equipment. 
• Ability to understand and communicate oral and written instructions.
• Ability to function efficiently without supervision.
• Sufficient agility to safely perform a variety of custodial tasks.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, managers, directors, Elected Officials, vendors, and the general public.  

  PHYSICAL SKILLS:

Must be able to remain in a stationary position for 10% of the time.  Frequently operates various types of janitorial equipment to include, but not limited to brooms, mops, and vacuums.  Must be able to frequently position self to work under or around various items to perform custodial tasks.  Constantly inspects and assesses equipment, buildings and materials to complete daily tasks. Frequently ascends/descends stairs, ladders and scaffolding.  Frequently moves materials and office equipment weighing up to 40 lbs. Frequently communicates with the public, vendors, and co-workers.  Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Frequently works in outdoor weather conditions.  May be required to work in inclement outdoor weather conditions for up to four (4) hours.  Frequently operates motor vehicle for up to four (4) hours.  Constantly inspects and assesses equipment, buildings and materials to complete daily tasks.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

A minimum of two (2) years of experience in commercial custodial work.    

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:

Must possess and maintain valid Florida Driver’s License.

OTHER JOB-RELATED REQUIREMENTS:

Disaster Essential.

THE HIGHLANDS COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Does not Discriminate on the basis of age, race, sex, religious belief, color, national origin, disability/handicap, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetics or any other legally protected group/class. We are proud to be a drug free workplace. Screening tests for illegal drug use may be required as a condition of employment

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Full time, Work at office,

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