Custodian

Job Title: Custodian


Classification: Non-Exempt

Department: Facilities


Division: Facility Maintenance

Supervisor: Facility Maintenance Supervisor


Effective: October 8, 2012

I. JOB SUMMARY

Keeps city owned/used building(s) in clean and orderly conditions. May sweep, mop or scrub hallways, offices, restrooms, and stairs. May empty trash and garbage containers into designated trash bin for the building. May maintain building, performing minor and routine painting, plumbing, electrical wiring, and other related maintenance activities using hand tools. May clean debris from sidewalks and driveway from street to building. May mow lawn, trim shrubbery, and cultivate flowers, using hand tools, and power tools. May move and/or set up desks, tables, file cabinets, storage cabinets, and chairs in building as directed. May replace burned out light bulbs and dirty air conditioner filters. May clean restroom fixtures with proper cleaning solution and disinfectant. May remove old wax from floor and prepare for new wax as directed or scheduled. May apply new wax and buff walk space to a shine. May mix water, detergents, or chemicals to prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications. May scrub with appropriate cleaning solution and/or apply wax or other protective coating as required to walls, shelves, tables, sinks, desks, etc. Keep building secure from other persons entering after regular operating hours and while janitor work is being performed. Be sure all doors to be locked are locked and all windows are closed and locked before leaving each day/night. Report major building maintenance repair needs to the supervisor. This position has no supervisory responsibilities. Individual will perform other duties assigned by department head/supervisor.

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSHigh school diploma or G.E.D. preferred.Must have a ninth grade level written and oral communication proficiency.Must have six (6) months experience in a ob as a janitor preferred or the ability to learn the job through on-the-job training.Must have knowledge of proper sequence of activities required to perform the job.EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTSApplicant will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration.Applicant must take and pass a drug, physical, and pre-placement screening administered by the City of Mission doctor at the City's expense.IV. SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTSAbility to fully comprehend instructions/directions written in English to at least the ninth grade level.Ability to established and maintain and effective working relationship with co-workers and supervisor.Ability to perform work tasks independent of constant supervision.Ability to perform repetitive work on a continuous basis.Ability to match or discriminate between colors by sight or from memory sufficient to distinguish color safety codes and perform job accurately and safely.Ability to move hands easily and skillfully to handle/operate tool/machines to perform required tasks.Ability to interpret city policy and procedure in relation to the job position, safety, and health.Ability to perform a variety of different types of tasks without the variety itself causing a loss of efficiency.Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions that require individual thought to complete the task or series of tasks.Ability to perform activities of a routine, concrete, or organized nature.


Special Requirements

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSKeep assigned city building(s) in a clean and orderly condition.Sweep, mop, vacuum, and/or dust floors in offices, restrooms, storage areas, hallways, conference rooms, and other areas of the city owned/used buildings.Dust and/or wax desks, table tops, and work surfaces as directed.Mix water, detergents, or chemicals to prepare cleaning solution according to specifications as directed.Strip floor surfaces of wax or other protective coating and apply new wax or protective coating.Operate buffer and other cleaning equipment within common, acceptable, and demonstrated safety procedures.Replace burned out light bulbs and filters in air conditioning/heating system as directed or scheduled.Keep outside walkways clean of debris and dirt. (May include driveway from public street to front of building).Mow grass in designated areas around building as directed.Trim shrubbery and grass around walkways, driveways, and buildings.Move and/or set up desks, tables, chairs, and/or storage cabinets as directed.Clean restroom fixtures with proper cleaning solution and disinfectant as directed.Clean/remove debris from any location in or around the assigned building(s) which may constitute a safety/health hazard.Maintain security in the building in accordance with the city policy and procedures.Submit reports to the supervisor as required on a timely basis.Perform all job functions with special attention to good public relations, safety, health ,and proper procedures.Follow a specific work scheduled if directed.Keep a sufficient inventory of materials, tools, and equipment on the site to perform job requirements without interruption.Attend meetings as directed by supervisor.Perform minor and routine maintenance through painting, plumbing, electrical wiring, and carpenter activities.NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSNONEEQUIPMENT/MATERIALSSupplies and safety equipment/materials to include but not limited to the following:Small power tools, Lawn care hand tools, Tool pouch, Rake , DollieBrooms, Scrub cloths, Mops, Brushes,Detergents, Cleaning chemicals, BucketPower buffing machines, Lawn mower, Weed eaterSafety glasses, Gloves, Vest, Hard hatRain boots and coatPolicy & procedure handbook