Custodian-Lawrence

Commonwealth of Massachusetts•United States, Massachusetts, Fenton Judicial Court, MA

4h•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian performs custodial duties to keep court facilities clean, orderly, and accessible. The role cleans offices, bathrooms, and other facility spaces; removes refuse; mows lawns and shovels snow as needed; and assists with maintenance duties. The position works under the direction of a Facilities Supervisor and does not supervise others. This is a union position covered by the collective bargaining agreement with O.P.E.I.U., Local 6. New hires start at the entry-level rate for the role, with potential advancement within the salary band under the applicable agreement. The position is considered essential personnel in certain emergencies and may require work outside scheduled hours, including staying late or arriving early. The role involves travel. Scheduled hours are Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Eligible 7.5-hour shifts beginning at 2:00 p.m. or later and ending no later than 10:00 a.m. receive a $1.00-per-hour shift differential. Employment is contingent upon passing a criminal record check.

Requirements

Three years of related work experience.
Knowledge of cleaning methods and supplies, cleaning products and tools, floor care, and KAIVAC and IMOP equipment.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Skill in performing a variety of cleaning duties.
Ability to meet work schedules and deadlines and follow oral and written directions.
Ability to operate various types of cleaning equipment.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team and interact with people from varied backgrounds.
Ability to sanitize restrooms.
Ability to perform heavy work, exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds constantly.
Passage of a criminal record check is required for employment.

Responsibilities

Dust and wet-mop floors and stairways, vacuum carpeted areas, and place Wet Floor signs appropriately.
Strip and wax floors and operate a power buffer to polish them.
Dust furniture; empty wastepaper baskets; and clean windows, mirrors, doors, and walls.
Change light bulbs.
Operate KAIVAC and IMOP equipment.
Clean and sanitize drinking fountains and restrooms, and replenish supplies and dispensers.
Check lights and secure windows and building entrances after cleaning or on a regular basis.
Report irregular activities and inform the supervisor of conditions requiring major maintenance or repair.
Move furniture to facilitate cleaning and assist with personnel transfers or office rearrangements.
Empty trash cans and sweep around building entrances.
Mow lawns and shovel snow and sidewalks as necessary.
Provide coverage for other custodians as needed.
Perform other duties as required.