CUSTODIAN I

Custodian IThe City of Helena is an equal opportunity employer. Veterans, minorities, members of the LGBTQ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.Job PurposeKeep Helena's civic heart beating. As a Custodian I for the City of Helena, you will play a vital role in maintaining the City-County Administration Building and the Law and Justice Center. This isn't just about keeping spaces clean—it's about ensuring our local government and community spaces run safely, smoothly, and efficiently every single day. If you take pride in your work, enjoy a dynamic routine, and want a stable career where your efforts directly impact your community, we want you on our team.Essential DutiesHours worked per week: 40Daily Shift: 3:30 PM – 12:00 AMWork Schedule: M T W Th FThe purpose of this position is to perform a full range of custodial and building maintenance duties related to the care, maintenance, and cleaning of the City County Administration Building and the Law and Justice Center. Other facilities may be assigned as needed.Essential Duties: These job functions are the essential duties of the position and are not all-inclusive of all the duties the incumbent may be assigned.Duty I: Facilities Custodial 85%Time Essential The incumbent performs several custodial duties.Clean and sanitize rest room facilities and fixtures including sinks, urinals, and toiletsReplenish restroom suppliesSweep, vacuum, mop, wax, strip, and polish floors and stairsVacuum and shampoo carpetsDust and polish furniture, woodwork, fixtures, and equipmentWash windows, mirrors, and wallsClean desks and countertopsEmpty, clean and sanitize waste receptacles and ash traysClean areas around the buildings, removing trash and obstacles and sweeping walkwaysDuty 2: Facilities Operations 5% Time Essential This position performs functions related to activities of the building, tenants, and facilities department.Set up rooms for conferences, meetings, and special eventsMoving and arranging furniture and equipmentMonitor room activities, ensuring fire and safety codes are met and prevent damage to buildingLock up and secure the building each eveningDeliver mail to post officeDuty 3: Facilities Maintenance 5%Time Secondary Duties This position is responsible for participating in routine building maintenance.Patch and paint walls and woodworkGeneral maintenance such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting shades, etc.Identify and report maintenance needs in assigned facilityRemoving snow and ice from walkways, stairs, and parking lotsDuty 4: Administrative Responsibilities 5% Time Secondary Duties Tasks: Check email and other communications daily Attend regular staff meetings and trainings Research products and order supplies Complete basic logs and reports on work progressEssential Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesEssential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Related to this Position:Knowledge of: Practices, methods, equipment, tools, chemicals, and materials used in custodial work and routine building maintenance or light construction.Skill or ability to:Operate a variety of custodial and building maintenance equipment safely and effectivelyUnderstand and follow oral and written directionsWork independently in the absence of supervisionCommunicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writingEstablish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of workSkill and ability to perform routine electrical, carpentry, plumbing, painting and repair duties preferred.Physical Demands: Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, crawl, twist, climb, and lift 70 lbs.; exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, chemicals, dust, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards; availability for shift work, on-call, and call back.Safety Performs all functions in the safest possible manner and according to policies and procedures. Participates fully with safety trainings. Reports unsafe work conditions and practices, work-related injuries, illnesses, and near-misses as soon as possible to assigned supervisor.Minimum Qualifications (Education, Experience and Training): This position requires a minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent and prefers one year of custodial and building maintenance experience. Other relevant combinations of education and work experience may be evaluated on an individual basis. Must be able to pass a detailed background check.License or Certificate: Must possess a valid driver's license with acceptable driving record at the time of hire and have the ability to obtain a valid MT driver's license within six months of hire.Supervision Received: Direct supervision and guidance of the Community Facilities Manager.BenefitsThe City of Helena offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:Medical Insurance and Prescription CoverageDental InsuranceVision Insurance and Hearing Aid BenefitsLife InsuranceState of Montana Retirement and Deferred CompensationHealth Savings Accounts and Flexible Spending AccountsEmployee Assistance ProgramWellness Health Screenings with Paid IncentivesSupplemental Benefits through Mutual of OmahaPaid Holidays, Sick Leave, Vacation Leave, and Parental LeaveLongevity Pay