Custodian I

Dothan Houston County Library•Dothan, AL

31d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs routine general library maintenance and Janitorial duties related to the direct and/or indirect operation of any DHCLS branch or departmental location, including janitorial, custodian, and maintenance, at any of the Dothan Houston County Library Locations. Special projects may also be assigned. Works under the general written/oral direction and supervision of the DHCLS location manager, who issues instructions and checks work performed. Requires the ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision. Exercising independent judgment and initiative is necessary.

Requirements

Able to bend, stoop, climb, reach, lift (up to 50 lbs)
Knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures, including appropriate mixing of cleaning chemicals
Familiar with needed supplies and ordering procedures
Able to follow a schedule of tasks requiring attention monthly, quarterly, and yearly.
Experience in the operation of: carpet cleaners, vacuum sweepers, blowers, pressure washers, etc
Able to perform general maintenance, cleaning, upkeep, and repair of facilities and their contents to keep them clean and in generally good working condition
Replace light bulbs and clean light fixtures
Replace filters (refrigerator, vacuums, sweepers, etc)
Light painting, as needed
General/Basic electrical
Light maintenance skills
Custodial skills
Ability to read and understand English
Ability to learn and master existing and emerging trends in custodial work
Ability to use hardware/software and other equipment.
Must have critical thinking skills.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal direction.
Requires the ability to work mornings before the library opens to the public.
Courteous
Helpful
Demonstrates good judgment
Neat personal appearance
Natural curiosity
Values diversity
Detail-oriented
Creative
Problem-solver.

Nice To Haves

Preferably two (2) years’ experience in a related work environment.

Responsibilities

Vacuum, sweep, mop, and clean all types of flooring, including sidewalks and patios.
Window washing
Bathroom and breakroom cleaning
Knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures, including appropriate mixing of cleaning chemicals
Janitorial/custodian/maintenance procedures
Familiar with needed supplies and ordering procedures
Able to follow a schedule of tasks requiring attention monthly, quarterly, and yearly. Example: Replacement of batteries
Experience in the operation of: carpet cleaners, vacuum sweepers, blowers, pressure washers, etc
Able to perform general maintenance, cleaning, upkeep, and repair of facilities and their contents to keep them clean and in generally good working condition
Display initiative to follow up with and complete tasks, such as bringing special projects to the manager’s attention.
Replace light bulbs and clean light fixtures
Replace filters (refrigerator, vacuums, sweepers, etc)
Light painting, as needed
General/Basic electrical