Custodian I, II, III

Custodian I, II, III

This position is anticipated to close on June 23, 2026, but applications will be accepted until position is filled and removed from the Delta County jobs website.

Working hours are Monday through Friday 5pm to 1:30am

GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The custodian is responsible for performing janitorial duties, minor maintenance and scheduled cleaning projects in order to ensure that campus buildings and facilities are maintained in a healthy, safe, and sanitary manner.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform custodial duties for County Buildings as assigned by the supervisor including, but not limited to, general cleaning and upkeep of public buildings, such as sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, wiping, sanitizing, restocking supplies, emptying trash, moving tables and chairs, spot cleaning soiled areas, and maintaining cleaning supply inventory.
• Perform basic repairs and assemblies such as changing light bulbs and tubes, replacing filters, maintaining dispensers, tightening screws, maintaining equipment, reporting major repairs, and the similar.
• Perform deep cleaning duties as assigned by the supervisor such as vent, blind, window, and fixture cleaning, shampooing carpets, and the similar as listed on the Deep Clean Weekly Schedule and the Custodial Deep Clean Project List.
• Coordinate with the Buildings and Grounds Coordinator by telephone and/or in person to exchange information and receive special work instructions.
• Cooperate with supervisor, co-workers and building occupants in a professional and courteous manner.
• Utilize safety protocol, proper ergonomic mechanics, injury prevention procedures and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) (gloves, masks, respirators, face shields, covers, etc.) to mitigate injury and hazards.
• Effectively and properly utilize cleaning chemical training information, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and exposure procedures as necessary.
• Secure offices and buildings by ensuring all required doors are locked and secured and appropriate lights are turned off if no occupants are in the area.
• This position requires consistent punctuality and attendance. The primary location of employment for this position is the designated Delta County facility with the exception of required duties that are performed off site as required in responsibilities. The employee is required to perform duties from this designated location to allow for coworker access and collaboration, unless prior written approval for an alternative arrangement has been granted by the employee's direct supervisor and/or department head and maintained in the employee personnel file.
• The primary location of employment for this position is the designated Delta County office with the exception of required duties that are to be performed off site as necessary. The employee is required to perform the majority (generally, at least 95%) of assigned duties from this designated office location to allow for client, customer and coworker access and collaboration, unless prior written approval for an alternative arrangement, such as temporary remote work, has been granted by the employee's direct supervisor and/or department head and maintained in the employee personnel file.
• Reliable and predictable attendance and punctuality are considered essential functions of this job. Employees are expected to be at their work area and ready to work at the scheduled start time to ensure consistent service delivery and operational efficiency.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Experience:

Level I

• At least two (2) years of custodial experience is required and two (2) years of light maintenance experience is strongly desired.

Combination of education and experience could waive specific requirements upon hire.

Level II

• Minimum of four (4) or more years' experience working in commercial cleaning or at least two (2) years of custodial experience at Delta County is required.
• Complete all duties of the previous level at an intermediate level with minimal supervision.
• Completes special projects as assigned with minimal direction.
• Follows the Daily and Deeps Cleaning Schedule independently without prompting.
• Is thoroughly aware of all County building facilities and special custodial requirements of each with the ability to be assigned to locations as necessary.

Licenses/Certifications:

• Current, valid and unrestricted Colorado Driver's License is required within three (3) months of hire.

Hiring Range:

$17.25 to $18.98 hourly depending on qualifications and experience

General Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Selective optional insurances available to the employee and eligible dependents on a cost share basis between employee and the organization
• Life insurance and employee only medical insurance is available at no cost to the employee
• Pre-tax flexible spending account (FSA)
• Employees contribute 4% of their salary to a 401(a) retirement account fully matched with 4% from the County
• Optional 457(b) tax advantaged deferred-compensation retirement plan
• Paid time off is accrued at 14 hours per month to start
• 11 paid holidays per calendar year
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that includes 6 counseling sessions along with some legal and financial support counseling
• Modified work schedules for positions and employees that qualify
• Additional employee discounts and fringe benefits are available

To Apply:

External candidates, please apply by clicking here.

Current Delta County employees , please apply using the Internal Transfer and Promotion Application and email to View email address on click.appcast.io, along with any additional supporting documents.

Delta County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race (including hair traits), color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Employment with Delta County is contingent upon successful completion and approval of a background check.