Janitorial Services

Custodial Services Position

Under general supervision, performs a variety of custodial tasks involving the cleaning of facilities, walkways, equipment, and adjoining premises. Positions in this class are expected to perform assignments with only minimal direction and instruction.

The duties listed below are examples of the typical essential functions. An employee may not be assigned all duties listed and may be assigned duties which are not listed below.

1. Following established procedures or verbal instructions, selects the proper chemicals and supplies and effectively and safely cleans and disinfects hallways, stairways, offices, meeting and other rooms, restrooms, drinking fountains, benches, walls etc.
2. Dust, sweep, mop, vacuum, and polish surfaces and floors.
3. Operates floor cleaning machines, buffers, and carpet cleaning machines.
4. Performs special cleaning tasks such as disinfecting contaminated or frequently used areas.
5. Moves furniture, equipment, and other items such as files, partitions, supply boxes, displays, storage containers, etc.
6. Empties and cleans waste containers; transports waste materials to appropriate containers.
7. Ensures that appropriate supplies such as toilet paper, paper towels, soap, and related items are available to users.
8. Maintains proper inventory of cleaning materials and supplies at assigned workstations.
9. On a daily basis as well as after various public functions, checks windows, doors, and office equipment to ensure they are secured and/or turned off.
10. Maintains outside areas adjacent to the facility in a safe condition by removing snow and other debris, sweeping, and hosing down areas.
11. Reports damage, malfunctions, hazards, or irregularities of buildings and equipment to supervisor.
12. Performs related duties as assigned; and
13. Performs other duties as required by the Sheriff.

Knowledge of equipment, materials, and supplies used in cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining facilities; proper handling and use of chemicals, solvents, and other potentially hazardous materials; agency policies, procedures, and practices related to custodial services; cleaning and disinfecting procedures; and appropriate tools or equipment for cleaning specific areas or performing routine maintenance tasks.

Skill to follow established procedures; and follow written and oral instructions. Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; use cleaning equipment and tools properly and safely; operate small hand and power tools properly and safely; operate electric floor cleaning and maintenance equipment properly and safely; maintain confidentiality; perform snow and trash removal; and communicate courteously with others.

Must be 18 years of age. Must obtain and maintain a Nevada driver license. Experience and training: any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to gain the required knowledge and ability is:

• Completion of High School or General Education Development (GED) Certificate.
• Education level sufficient to have acquired basic reading and comprehension, and ability to understand spoken instructions and to communicate verbally.

The physical and mental requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Strength and stamina to stand, walk, and climb stairs and ladders; stamina and flexibility to stoop, squat, bend, kneel, crouch, and crawl; strength, dexterity, and stamina to use hands and arms to reach, finger, handle, feel, grasp, open containers, and to operate hand and power tools, floor cleaning, polishing, and other equipment; ability to periodically work in confined spaces; frequent moving or lifting of objects weighing up to 40 pounds and occasional moving of objects weighing up to 75 pounds. In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations. Applicants and incumbents are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. Work is performed under the following conditions. Most of the work is performed indoors, but some outside work is required. Incumbents are exposed to moderately disagreeable working conditions, to include dust, dirt, odors, fumes, and heat and cold due to outside weather conditions, and to unsanitary conditions such as those found in restrooms. Incumbents may be subjected to the stress of dealing with detainees, persons under the influence of alcohol and drugs and emotional individuals.

Lander County is an Equal Opportunity Employer