Custodian

Custodian

The Custodian is responsible for cleaning the building interiors of Smith County to provide a safe, clean and sanitary environment for staff and the public.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean, dust, wipe furniture; sweep, mop or vacuum floors; empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers; empty and clean cigarette receptacles.
• Uses and maintains auto scrubbers, extractors, high speed power washers, buffers, vacuums, brooms, mops and squeegees while cleaning and providing general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture, etc.
• Cleans stairways and elevators using a variety of heavy equipment.
• Cleans upper walls using high-reach poles.
• Cleans and disinfects restrooms.
• Request supplies in a timely manner to maintain supply rooms and replace paper goods and other disposable supplies.
• Remove garbage from assigned areas and place it in a dumpster.
• Assist with set-up and clean up for various events.
• Lock and unlock assigned buildings as needed.
• May be required to occasionally arm and dis-arm alarm systems.
• Attend safety meetings and other related meetings.
• Notify supervisor or management of occurring deficiencies or needs for repairs.
• Handle emergency cleaning and upkeep requests.
• Provides extra deep cleaning when requested by supervisor.
• Wash accessible interior/exterior windows and clean blinds.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Safely and properly, operate a buffer while stripping and waxing floors.
• Must be able to effectively use/wear required safety equipment such as eye protection, masks, respirators, gloves, etc.
• Follow written and verbal instructions.
• Comply with detailed label precautions.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Respectful of personal property and working spaces.
• Ability to work cooperatively with co-workers and interact well with county employees and the public.
• Ability to properly use and maintain heavy cleaning equipment and appliances.
• Knowledge of cleaning chemicals and supplies as well as safe use of chemicals.
• Contributes to creating a positive work environment.
• Maintain responsible and effectual performance and attendance.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
• Previous custodial experience is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must currently possess and maintain a valid Texas Driver License.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The Custodian must be able to climb stairs, push, pull, reach and lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Very good physical condition and strength are required.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk.
• Hand strength and dexterity are required to handle and feel objects, grasp tools, operate controls and climb ladders.
• Must be able to verbally communicate with others and hear to receive instructions.
• Have essential and metal capabilities in the following: Interpersonal skills, memory, attention to detail, follow directions, comprehension, calculating, reading, writing, speaking, evaluating, simple mathematics, organizing and innovation.
• Occasionally required to sit.
• Must be able to frequently squat, stoop or kneel.
• Ability to bend or twist at the neck.
• Ability to regularly clean up blood, saliva and other bodily fluids that are unpleasant to deal with.
• Must be able to perform work in dusty environments.
• Must be able to perform work while wearing a protective mask.

Travel

• The Custodian must be able to safely operate a pick-up truck or van.