Custodian - Police Department

Position Title Custodian - Police Department Department Police – Support Services (Police) Job Description Summary The purpose of this job is to perform general cleaning, janitorial duties, and light maintenance of assigned property and buildings. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Ensures building and facilities, including common areas, are properly cleaned, maintained, and available for patron use. Monitors and maintains cleaning supply inventory and ensures cleaning equipment is in proper working condition. Removes trash and debris from interior and exterior of facility. Maintains lawns, sidewalks, and parking areas; shovels snow. Operates hand/power mowers and related equipment. Follows safety policies and guidelines. Provides effective customer service to patrons. Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function. Supervisory Responsibilities Job has no responsibility for the direction or supervision of others. Human Collaboration and Job Impact Work requires regular interaction involving exchange and receipt of information. Interactions have limited impact on the organization in terms of time, money, or public/employee relations. Fiscal Responsibility Position has no fiscal responsibility. Education and Experience High School diploma or equivalent. No experience required. Licenses or Certifications Valid driver’s license. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of: Custodial equipment operation and maintenance, cleaning methods, and supplies; Department inventory, policies, and procedures; Safety standards and protocol. Skill in: Communicating verbally and in writing; Reading, understanding, and following directions; Maintaining basic records. Ability to: Provide high levels of customer service and maintain effective interpersonal relationships; Multitask and prioritize work; Work independently; Operate cleaning equipment; Successfully complete a Criminal Justice Information Services background check. Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job Office or similar indoor environment – Frequently or Often Vehicle – Sometimes Warehouse environment – Sometimes Shop environment – Sometimes Exposures Individuals who are hostile or irate – Sometimes Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) – Sometimes Communicable diseases – Sometimes Moving mechanical parts – Sometimes Fumes or airborne particles – Frequently or Often Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances – Frequently or Often Physical Demands This position involves occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards and outside work. Incumbents may be required to exert up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects. Incumbents required to grasp, push, stand, walk, reach with hands/arms, feel attributes of objects, drive, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb/balance, operate mechanical equipment, and move up and down from/to sitting position on the floor. Hours / Days Monday through Friday, 5:00am-1:00pm. Pay Grade 101 Number of Positions Available 2 Application Information This position is within the Support Services Bureau of the Columbia Police Department. Applicant must be able to pass an extensive law enforcement background check. This position is open until filled with a preferred application deadline of June 5, 2026. Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874. CITY (2489). TTY: 711 (MO RELAY). The City of Columbia requires pre-employment drug testing. The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program. Equal Opportunity Statement THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE 600 E. Broadway P.O. Box 6015 Columbia, MO 65205 #J-18808-Ljbffr