Custodian
Job Duties
Works under the direct supervision of the Custodial Supervisor. Uses excellent customer service skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, officials, and the general public. Operates a motor vehicle to assist in carrying out the business of the department and the City. Sweeps, vacuums, mops, dusts, shampoos, steam cleans, strips, waxes, polishes, and buffs floors, carpets, and furniture. Dumps ash cans and garbage and relines cans with liners. Cleans and sanitizes restrooms and replenishes supplies; cleans spills; cleans drinking fountains, mirrors, tables, walls, fixtures, blinds, light fixtures, etc. Washes windows, walls, metal and woodwork. Picks up litter from around buildings and grounds. Inspects and maintains assigned custodial equipment and small tools for proper operating condition. Opens and closes, locks and unlocks facilities as needed. Keeps records of work completed.
Might be required to do Mail Clerk duties. Maintains current skills and knowledge in the proper and safe techniques of building maintenance.
Qualifications
This position is subject to the City's Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Program. This includes: pre-employment testing, post accident testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return-to-duty testing, and follow-up testing. A pre-employment physical and or drug/alcohol test is required for this position. Extensive Background Checks Required. Valid New Mexico driver's license with acceptable driving record for the past three years is required. Any combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work. Working knowledge of equipment, materials and supplies used in building and grounds maintenance. Must be able to work a varied shift schedule. Working knowledge of equipment and supplies used to do minor repairs. Some knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions. Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment. Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule. Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time. Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely. Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions. Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with co-workers, supervisors and other City departments and personnel. Ability to effectively and courteously interact with the public.
- Floor buffers, steam cleaners, carpet cleaners, washers, vacuum, mops, broom, dusting equipment, motor vehicle.