Custodian (part-time, without benefits) 201, Recreation Centers

Part-time Position Without Benefits

Cleans and maintains all buildings and structures in public use assuring the facilities are clean and safe at all times.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Washes windows, walls, woodwork, and A/C vents.
• Dusts chairs, tables, shelves, and other furniture or equipment
• Cleans and sanitizes bathrooms; replaces toilet paper and paper towels.
• Vacuums, sweeps, mops, and buffs the floors; shampoos carpet.
• Places hazard signs to warn public of possible slick floor.
• Collects and disposes of refuse such as papers, cans, newspapers, and coffee cups.
• Empties ash trays.
• Cleans and polishes furniture, brass, and other metal and woodwork.
• Cleans sidewalks and outside areas of debris.
• Replaces light bulbs in a timely manner.
• Hangs the United States and Texas flags on a daily basis.
• Waters plants and the grass; may operate a lawn mower and other lawn equipment to cut grass.
• May perform minor repair of leaking water lines; unclogs sinks, commodes and urinals as needed.
• Performs general errands such as distributing/delivering mail, agendas, and other materials.
• Performs other manual tasks.
• Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Competencies for Successful Performance of Job Duties

Knowledge of:

• Cleaning materials, methods, equipment, and procedures.
• General carpentry, electrical, plumbing work, air condition and heating systems.

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to understand and follow simple oral and written directions.
• Ability to exercise care in the use of cleaning materials.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and routine manual cleaning tasks.
• Ability to maintain valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees and respond to general public complaints.
• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.
• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

Work Environment/Conditions and Physical Demands

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures:

• Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
• Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
• Exerting 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.

Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments:

• Never: Street environment (near moving traffic), Construction site, Warehouse environment
• Seldom: Outdoor environment, Confined space
• Frequently: Office or similar indoor environment, Vehicles

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements:

• Never: Individuals with known violent backgrounds, Communicable diseases, Fumes or airborne particles, Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances, Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
• Seldom: Individuals who are hostile or irate, Extreme cold (below 32 degrees), Moving mechanical parts
• Frequently: Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)

Travel Position will require the employee to travel:

• Never: Regional travel, National travel, International travel
• Frequently: Local travel

Minimum Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

• At least eighteen (18) years of age.

Valid Licenses and Certifications

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at View phone number on click.appcast.io two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable. City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.