Custodial Worker

Government of the Virgin Islands

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This is housekeeping and janitorial work cleaning, dusting, and maintaining an agency’s general office units. Work is performed under the direction of a higher-level employee, who assigns tasks. The work is routine and recurring, with the employee carrying out established procedures independently while a supervisor periodically checks that duties are completed. The purpose of the position is to keep the office and work environment clean and tidy. Work takes place indoors in an air-conditioned office and outdoors around entrances, walkways, and receptacles. The employee is exposed to chemicals, odors, and potentially toxic substances in cleaning supplies.

Requirements

Completion of at least the tenth grade, or one year of experience performing janitorial, housekeeping, or custodial duties.
Knowledge of cleaning supplies and materials used in housekeeping maintenance.
Manual dexterity to perform a variety of cleaning tasks.
Skill in cleaning methods.
Ability to follow instructions.
Ability to read warning labels on products.

Responsibilities

Sweep, scrub, and mop floors to remove dirt and grime.
Clean and straighten desks and chairs, and polish desks as needed.
Clean bathrooms and ensure they are stocked with toilet paper, paper towels, soap, and other necessary toiletries.
Clean and shine glass panels.
Pick up litter.
Empty trash cans, remove and replace bags, and clean and wash the cans.
Maintain the cleaning-supply stockroom and notify the supervisor when supplies need replenishing.
Provide minor clerical assistance, such as photocopying, when short-staffed or asked.
Answer the telephone and take messages when no one else is available.
Perform other related work as required.