CUSTODIAN

Converse County Technical Services Department has a full-time employment opportunity for CUSTODIAN! The Custodian performs a wide variety of routine and semi-intensive custodial duties to ensure the clean and safe condition of buildings, contents, and equipment. This is a full-time position, with a starting wage of $41,000 annually ($19.71 hourly rate), and includes a generous benefits package.


JOB SUMMARY

Performs routine and semi-intensive duties to ensure clean and safe condition of buildings, contents, and equipment. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• ROUTINE DAILY/WEEKLY CUSTODIAL TASKS : Sweep, mop, polish, and burnish floors in offices and hallways; Dust and polish furniture, blinds, and equipment; Clean restrooms and fill dispensers; Vacuum, spot clean, and maintain rugs, carpets, and furniture using commercial-type vacuum cleaners; Empty trash receptacles; Maintain exterior of buildings and grounds in such a manner so they are free of trash and debris; Report electrical, mechanical, and equipment problems of facilities to the Custodian Foreman; Stock and maintain adequate levels of supplies in the buildings that are serviced; Maintain assigned equipment, tools, and custodial closets in operable, safe, and attractive status.
• BI-ANNUAL/MONTHLY CUSTODIAL TASKS : Wash interior and exterior glass/windows; Shampoo rugs, carpets, and furniture using commercial-type shampooing equipment; Wash interior walls; Deep clean restrooms.
• SEASONAL CUSTODIAL TASKS : May be required to shovel and remove snow and ice from designated areas such as sidewalks, entryways, and roofs as required; Perform emergency minor repairs and cleaning as necessary; Maintain indoor green spaces.
• OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY : Proper posture is required to eliminate acute and chronic low back pain; Wear protective devices such as back supports, eyewear, non-skid pads on shoes, and PPE when cleaning biohazards, as job conditions demand; Read, understand, and observe all precautions, and proper methods of use on all chemicals, equipment, tools and materials; Complete all required training; Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions.

CORE COMPETENCIES

In an effort to create organizational clarity, and to empower its employees, Converse County has identified seven core competencies that all elected officials and employees are expected to meet in order to help fulfill the mission of Converse County. It is expected that all elected officials and employees will meet their responsibilities as detailed below, including observable commitment to the mission of Converse County and these values.

• COMMUNICATION : Expresses ideas and thoughts both verbally and in written form; Exhibits good listening and comprehension; Keeps others adequately informed; Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.
• COOPERATION : Establishes and maintains effective relations; Displays positive outlook and pleasant manner; Exhibits tact and consideration; Offers assistance and support to co-workers; Works cooperatively with supervisor and co-workers; Collaborates effectively with other departments as needed. Adapts to changes in work environment, procedures, and assignments; Manages competing demands; Accepts criticism and feedback; Changes approach/method to best fit the situation/work assignment.
• CUSTOMER SERVICE : Displays courtesy and sensitivity; Manages difficult / emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Meets commitments; Solicits customer feedback to improve service.
• DEPENDABILITY : Consistently reports to work on time ready to begin work; Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments.
• INITIATIVE : Volunteers readily; Seeks increased responsibility; Identifies opportunities to improve systems & procedures; Asks for help when needed. Exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; Requires minimal supervision; Displays understanding of how job relates to others.
• JUDGMENT : Displays a willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision making process; Makes timely decisions.
• QUALITY : Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Displays commitment to excellence; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality. Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans and uses available resources; Works in an organized and efficient manner.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES & COMPETENCIES

SUPERVISORY RESPOSIBILITIES: None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: High school diploma or general education degree (GED), and one year of custodial experience; OR, any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.
• LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
• MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• OTHER REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Ability to perform manual tasks and to work independently with little or no supervision.
• CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, OTHER: Must possess and maintain a valid Wyoming Driver's License of required status; ability to be insured under the County's automobile insurance coverage; must be at least 18 year of age. This position is subject to satisfactory criminal background check, drug and alcohol screening.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT


PHYSICAL DEMANDS : The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently works inside, but frequently travels to other locations and can be exposed to outside weather conditions. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

GUIDELINES

All elected officials and employees are required to follow the established guidelines of Converse County to include, but are not limited to, the employee handbook, safety policies and procedures, and departmental policies and procedures. These guidelines require judgment, selection, and interpretation in application.

Converse County is an at-will employer, as stated in the Converse County Personnel Policy & Procedure Manual. This means that either party - the employee or the employer - may end employment at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. All the terms, conditions, and benefits of employment with the County are subject to change at any time, with or without notice, at the discretion of the County Commissioners.

Converse County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work culture. Converse County prohibits unlawful discrimination of all protected classes.