Custodian

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is a non-exempt position. Under the supervision and direction of the facilities manager, the custodian is a non-exempt position. The duties performed will be skilled and semi-skilled. Work will involve the general upkeep of the Lyon County buildings exteriors, interiors, entrances, hallways, etc. Keep facility clean and in an orderly condition.

• Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner so that employees get along with customers, citizens, coworkers, and management.
• Be pleasant, respectful, and civil with others on the job and display a good-natured, cooperative attitude.
• Maintain composure, keep emotions in check, control anger, and avoid aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
• Show up for work on a regular and predictable basis as scheduled.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Sweep, mop, scrub, and vacuum hallways, stairs, office spaces, etc.
• Strip and refinish floors on all levels, clean carpet as needed.
• Open and secure the facility.
• Clean glass doors, windows, window blinds, window casings, and wood fixtures, stair railings, etc.
• Clean, disinfect restrooms, drinking fountains, furniture, fixtures such as stair casings, baseboards, and ledges.
• Notify supervisor of need for maintenance on items found while working.
• Notify supervisor of cleaning supplies needed/keep an inventory of supplies on hand sufficient to perform the job.
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
• Learn to follow safety rules and regulations while maintaining a safe and clean environment.

MARGINAL FUNCTIONS

• Learn to follow safety rules and regulations while maintaining a safe and clean environment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Requires current Class C driver's license.

Experience

• One to two years of experience in the field is preferred but not required.

Education

• Attendance of training courses in the related field is ongoing.

Knowledge

• Must have the ability to receive, interpret, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must have the ability to receive, interpret, and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Required to read, write, and speak English with the ability to speak a foreign language helpful.

Technical Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical manuals relative to facilities maintenance.
• Ability to write reports and respond to Facility Work Orders.
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts.
• Ability to apply concepts as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

Supervisory

• None.

Problem Solving

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions and report to supervisor.

Decision Making

• Decision making is a factor of departmental level importance in this position.

Financial/Budgetary

• Responsible for efficient use of all equipment, facilities, and materials used for custodial purposes.
• Little to no economic purchasing, or annual budgeting.

Personal Relations

• The ability to communicate with the public in an effective manner.
• The ability to establish a working relationship with other county and municipal offices.
• The ability to express oneself clearly and precisely, orally and in writing is essential.

Working Conditions

• Working conditions are inside and outside in moderate and extreme conditions.

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear.
• The employee is infrequently required to climb or balance.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or remove up to 15 pounds, frequently lift 25 pounds, and occasionally lift or carry up to 50 pounds.