Public Works Facilities - Custodian (WAE)

Salary: $15.53 - $19.23 Hourly
Location : Public Works - Facilities, Hampton, VA
Job Type: WAE - Hourly
Job Number: 09251
Department: FACILITIES MANAGEMENT
Opening Date: 06/08/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt


Function
"Join the City of Hampton team! As a proud V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer and a designated Military Spouse-Friendly Employer, we are committed to supporting veterans and military spouses. We offer a welcoming and inclusive workplace, recognizing the unique skills and experiences that military families bring. Come work for Hampton, a vibrant waterfront community celebrating and embracing 400 years of history and innovation, creating an even more dynamic future! We are located in the center of the Hampton Roads region and offer lots of waterfront fun, rich and diverse history, and a vibrant restaurant scene. Hampton offers excellent benefits, career and professional development, tuition reimbursement and other benefits."

The City of Hampton is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Custodian to join our team. The purpose of this position is to ensure assigned public buildings are clean, safe, and well-maintained. This role requires working under close supervision and following established procedures.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of full-time equivalent experience in cleaning is preferred.
• Cleaning and maintaining commercial buildings is preferred.
• May be required to possess a driver's license and satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria.
• This position is safety sensitive and is subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City's current substance abuse policy.
• Must successfully pass a background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

Additional Requirements

• Requires shift work to include nights, weekends and holidays.
• The incumbent may be considered "essential personnel" during City emergency situations or at the direction of the City Manager which may include long hours and unusual schedules.

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* This is a part time position.

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• Savings bonds are available to the City's workforce.
• Employees are covered for Workers' Compensation where appropriate.

01


Do you have a high school diploma or have you successfully completed a GED?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have experience operating general cleaning machines such as vacuums, buffers, and polishers?

• Yes
• No

03


Which of the options below best describes your experience in the cleaning and maintaining of commercial buildings?

• No Experience
• Less than a year of experience
• 1-2 Years of Experience
• 3 or more years of experience

04


I understand that if selected for employment in this position, I must successfully complete a criminal background check prior to any offer of employment or promotion.

• Yes
• No

05


I understand that if selected for employment in this position, I will be subject to testing for alcohol and controlled substances in accordance with the City of Hampton's current substance abuse policy.

• Yes
• No

06


This position requires that you possess a valid driver's license and have and maintain a satisfactory driving record based on the City of Hampton's criteria. Failure to provide your driver's license number will prevent us from considering your application. Please confirm your driver's license number by entering it below:
07


I understand that this position will require the flexibility to work non-standard work hours that may include nights, weekends and holidays as needed. Are you willing to accept work during these times?

• Yes
• No

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