Custodian

Position Details

Position Information


Posting Number
2026617


Position Title
Custodian


Position #
#9000127


FLSA
Non-Exempt


Classification Type
Labor/Maintenance/Technical


Department
Facility Services


Job Type
Full Time


Work Schedule


Monday-Friday; 12pm-9pm

Hiring Pay Rate
$17.00-$18.00/hour (depending on qualifications)


Posting Opening Date
09/03/2026


Posting Closing Date

Job Summary


Performs a wide variety of custodial and maintenance duties to keep office buildings and related City of Bryan facilities in clean and orderly condition.

Essential Job Functions

• Cleans all restrooms on a daily basis via proper use of chemicals with subsequent replenishment of all paper products and soap associated with use of restrooms.
• Removes trash from wastebaskets and clean wastebaskets if needed.
• Provides emergency clean-up.
• Performs daily vacuuming of carpeted areas and daily sweeping/mopping of hard tile areas with subsequent carpet cleaning and refinishing of hard surface floors where applicable.
• Performs detailed cleaning of office areas including dusting, glass, telephones, chairs, handrails, vents, doors and trash removal. Will use ladders when required in work assignments.
• Performs various tasks in moving or rearranging furniture, desks and other equipment; sets-up and takes down tables for meetings, training and other special events.
• Locks and unlocks assigned buildings; secures building when facilities are not in use checking for unlocked doors and windows, reports any unauthorized occupants, turns off lights.
• Keeps outside area near entrance clean.
• Cleans, washes and disinfects drinking fountains.
• Washes all finger marks from walls, doors, hardware and glass throughout the building.
• Performs and/or reports minor maintenance repairs.
• Cleans kitchen/break room sinks, appliances and counters.
• Maintains storage areas and cleaning equipment, materials and supplies in a safe and orderly manner in order to ensure the safety of staff and the public.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Responds regularly and promptly to work.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be at least 18.
• Must possess at least one (1) year of custodial and/or facilities maintenance experience.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred, but not required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Cleaning principals and practices.
• Safety practices related to chemicals.

Ability to:

• Perform simple physical tasks and to apply standard solutions to recurring situations.
• Understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Use janitorial equipment and hand tools.
• Comply with City and department administrative directives, policies, and procedures.
• Remain constantly alert and aware of any workplace hazards and follow the safety practices and principles in reporting and preventing accidents.
• Demonstrate satisfactory work performance and regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Provide management with sound, positive advice, and information concerning the area of responsibility.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work and communicate effectively with the public and other required entities.

Skills:

• Strong customer service skills with the ability to greet and respond to customers in a friendly and professional manner.

Licenses, Certifications & Special Requirements

• Texas Class C driver's license with a good driving record as measured by the City's evaluation system.
• Must be able to access facilities that house Texas Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) System data. As a result, the person selected for the position cannot possess a felony or Class A misdemeanor conviction; or a Class B misdemeanor conviction within the past 10 years.

Physical Demands


Physical demands include but are not limited to: sitting, talking, hearing, seeing, standing, walking, driving, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting, bending, crawling, climbing, and using hands and fingers to operate equipment and to lift or move objects up to 50 pounds.

Working Conditions


Will work primarily in a well-lighted, air-conditioned office environment, but at times will be required to perform work outside. There will be exposure to varied weather conditions, moving mechanical parts and equipment, chemicals, waste, odors, fumes, dust, pollen, and other airborne particles.

Equipment


Work shall be performed with tools, appliances and equipment approved by those agencies and bodies that have control, authority, or approval of the design working ranges or limitations of those items; the employee has the responsibility to conform to those ranges and limitations.

Equipment may include but is not limited to: ladder, buffer, vacuum, vehicle, and various other cleaning supplies.

Additional Notes/Instructions for Applicants


This job description is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required. City management has exclusive rights to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an 'at-will' relationship.

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