Custodian (Extra Help Only)

Custodian (Extra Help Only)Mariposa County Public Works is hiring for Custodian (Extra Help Only). Only online applications are accepted. To perform general cleaning and custodial functions for assigned County buildings and facilities; and to perform related duties and responsibilities as required. Receives supervision from the Supervising Custodian.Examples of DutiesSweeps and mops rooms, hallways and stairways; vacuums and shampoos rugs and carpets. Dusts and polishes desks, counter tops and furniture. Cleans windows and window blinds. Cleans mirrors, drinking fountains, and exteriors of refrigerators. Cleans offices, restrooms and fixtures; may clean and disinfect patient care areas following established procedures. Empties waste containers; may use trucks in collecting and transporting trash. Restocks cleaning supplies as needed. Pushes or lifts furniture and other heavy items; climbs ladders, and performs other tasks requiring physical agility. Performs all duties in compliance with policies, procedures, regulations and established standards of quality and safety.Minimum QualificationsOne year of full-time equivalent custodial or building maintenance experience. High school diploma or GED equivalent. Possession of a valid California driver's license. Under certain circumstances, the Human Resources Director may accept a valid driver's license from another state if applicant acknowledges his/her intent to acquire a California driver's license within three months by signing an acknowledgement form.Supplemental InformationKnowledge of methods, equipment and tools used in janitorial maintenance and housekeeping for general facilities. Hazards associated with cleaning compounds / agents. Effect of cleaning compounds / agents on floors, walls and glass. Operation and maintenance requirements of assigned vehicles and equipment. Safe work practices. Basic mathematics. Ability to learn, understand and apply pertinent rules, regulations, policies and procedures. Understand and follow oral and written instructions with minimal supervision. Use cleaning materials and equipment with skill and efficiency. Maintain equipment and tools in a safe and effective manner. Perform work safely following all rules and regulations. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work. Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Perform required calculations with accuracy. Meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform assigned duties. Work is performed mostly indoors, but travels to various work sites throughout the County. Worker may be exposed to traffic hazards, machinery hazards, electrical currents, adverse weather conditions, temperature and noise extremes, wetness, humidity, heights, fumes, dusts, odors, solvents, skin irritants, vibration. Requires the mobility to perform custodial maintenance duties. Requires the ability to sit and intermittently walk, stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach while performing custodial work; lift and/or move up to 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools and controls. Must be able to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, communicating with others, reading and writing, and operating janitorial equipment. Must be able to use a telephone to communicate verbally.