Custodian I

Dothan Houston County Library • Dothan, AL

40d • 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. Example: Replacement of batteries
• Able to perform general maintenance, cleaning, upkeep, and repair of facilities and their contents to keep them clean and in generally good working condition
• Basic maintenance skills
• 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

• Experience in the operation of: carpet cleaners, vacuum sweepers, blowers, pressure washers, etc

Responsibilities

• Assist in all areas of Janitorial, Custodial, and Maintenance
• Vacuum, sweep, mop, and clean all types of flooring, including sidewalks and patios.
• Window washing
• Bathroom and breakroom cleaning
• Replace light bulbs and clean light fixtures
• Replace filters (refrigerator, vacuums, sweepers, etc)
• Light painting, as needed
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed