CUSTODIAN I

City of Greer•Greer, SC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Greer is accepting applications for a Custodian I in its Engineering Department. The position cleans and maintains the interior of City buildings, including the jail, and performs general building maintenance. It uses cleaning equipment, tools, and supplies to maintain floors, restrooms, walls, windows, furniture, and other spaces. The role also includes administrative tasks, errands, communication with supervisors and the public, required training, and assistance to other staff as needed. The scheduled hours are 5:30 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday through Friday, with additional hours as needed. The minimum salary is $19.69 per hour and is dependent on experience. The City offers a benefits package that includes insurance, leave, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a defined-benefit retirement plan.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent, with some experience in custodial or maintenance duties, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Possess and maintain a valid state driver’s license with an acceptable driving history.

Responsibilities

Clean the interiors of City buildings and the jail, including floors, bathrooms, offices, conference rooms, jail cells, doors, and walls.
Perform general building maintenance, such as fixing lights, addressing plumbing problems, and assisting with lifting and moving items.
Operate cleaning equipment and machinery, including buffers, vacuums, carpet cleaners, and scrubbers, and use cleaning supplies and chemicals.
Maintain floors through sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, vacuuming, carpet cleaning, buffing, and waxing.
Empty garbage and trash containers regularly and keep them clean and sanitary.
Wash, dust, wax, or buff walls, windows, and furniture as needed.
Maintain City buildings, including council chambers, tables, chairs, and floors.
Keep restrooms clean and sanitary, replenishing soap, toilet tissue, and paper towels as needed.
Communicate with the immediate supervisor and the public to provide assistance, receive instructions, exchange information, and complete daily work.
Run errands as needed.
Perform administrative tasks as required, including preparing reports and correspondence, entering and retrieving computer data, filing records, and answering phones.
Participate in required training and continuing education to obtain and maintain certifications and stay current on codes and ordinances.
Assist other officers and staff during workload peaks, emergencies, or special assignments.
Stay current on departmental policies, procedures, and processes.
Complete work accurately, safely, and efficiently, and maintain assigned equipment in good working condition.
Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area; identify and report suggested improvements or concerns to the Supervisor.
Provide professional, excellent customer service and demonstrate ethical conduct, integrity, and accountability.
Support collaboration, communication, and results within the department and organization.
Represent the department at community events or meetings when requested by the Supervisor.
Follow the Employee Handbook and applicable policies and procedures, and maintain regular, reliable attendance.
Perform other duties as assigned.