Custodian -Public Safety

About the Role

The Civil Service Office for the City of Zanesville is accepting applications for the position of Custodian. This position performs general custodial duties to maintain the cleanliness of assigned buildings under general supervision.

Responsibilities

• Cleans building, facilities, and fixtures.
• Vacuums and scrubs rugs; strips, waxes, and buffs floors.
• Dusts furniture and equipment.
• Washes windows, venetian blinds, woodwork, and walls.
• Empties wastebaskets and performs other cleaning tasks as needed or directed.
• Replaces bathroom supplies, changes light bulbs, and performs other light maintenance tasks.
• Notes building and grounds problems requiring skilled repair and refers them to initiate the repair process.
• Maintains inventory of custodial supplies and replaces them as needed and approved.
• Moves and sets up furniture for meetings.
• May provide functional supervision to community service workers.

Requirements

• Valid State of Ohio Driver’s License.
• Ability to document identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of original appointment in compliance with Immigration Reform and Control Act requirements.
• Demonstrable ability to perform light manual labor for extended periods of time.
• Ability to communicate effectively, follow instructions, and maintain effective working relationships with associates and the public.

Skills

• Knowledge of custodial methods, materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Ability to perform light manual labor for extended periods.

Working Conditions

• Good working conditions with occasional exposure to noise, dirt, dust, heat, cold, dampness, and cleaning chemicals.
• Must use standard safety precautions to avoid injury from lifting, handling cleaning chemicals, or other job situations.

Equipment Operated

• Scrubber
• Vacuum
• Mop
• Broom
• Dust cloth
• Other standard custodial equipment

Examination Process

Applicants must attain a passing score of 70% on the written test to be placed on an eligibility list. The list will be used to fill current and future vacancies. The examination is tentatively scheduled for August 31st, 2026. Applicants will be notified of the exact date and time after the application period closes.

Applicants with disabilities requiring special testing arrangements should notify the Civil Service Office.

Selected candidates may be subject to background and polygraph checks if placed at the Safety Center.