Custodial Worker (Represented)

Anne Arundel County•Anne Arundel County, MD

About The Position

This is routine custodial work caring for and maintaining public buildings and grounds. The role involves efficiently performing custodial, minor building maintenance, and grounds maintenance tasks in and around public buildings. Work generally follows established procedures, with specific instructions provided for unusual jobs or problems. A superior inspects work for cleanliness standards and compliance with instructions. The work environment may be dusty and dirty, include disagreeable odors, and require lifting heavy articles. This position is safety sensitive. Employees are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) and alcohol testing. Longevity pay is available based on years of service. A possible night shift is 3:30 p.m. to midnight.

Requirements

Sufficient education to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Some knowledge of cleaning materials, methods, equipment, and procedures.
Ability to learn the operation and care of vacuum cleaners, scrubbing machines, polishing machines, lawn mowers, and other custodial equipment for buildings and grounds.
Ability to exercise care in using cleaning materials and equipment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.
Employees are subject to Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS) and alcohol testing.

Nice To Haves

Preference will be given to candidates with at least two years of commercial cleaning, maintenance of hard surface floors, and carpet cleaning.

Responsibilities

Sweep, mop, wax, and polish floors; wash walls, woodwork, and venetian blinds; and dust books and desks.
Pick up litter, empty bottles, and tree and shrub trimmings; sweep walks, mow grass, edge walkways, and shovel snow.
Plant, fertilize, and water flower beds, grass, and shrubbery.
Raise and lower flags as appropriate and perform routine painting work.
Clean rest rooms and replenish supplies; polish brass; and change venetian cords and light bulbs.
Move furniture and equipment and make minor repairs and adjustments.
Open and close buildings, run errands as required, and load and unload materials and supplies.
Operate routine equipment and machinery.
Assist with stocking and storing supplies.
Perform related work as required.