Custodian

Sutter County Human Resources • Yuba City, CA

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About The Position

The Department of General Services is recruiting a Custodian to maintain county buildings and facilities in a clean, orderly, and safe condition. Under general supervision, the Custodian also monitors an assigned building or area in a watch-person capacity. The eligible list may be used for future openings in this or similar classifications, including part-time and extra-help positions, for up to six months.

Requirements

• Knowledge of hazards associated with cleaning compounds and agents.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in basic janitorial work.
• Knowledge of the effects of cleaning compounds and agents on floors, walls, and glass.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the job and work with minimal supervision.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people contacted in the course of employment.
• Ability to operate a buffer, carpet cleaner, and vacuum cleaner.
• Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.
• Ability to exert considerable force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, and moderate to extensive physical effort involving stooping, crouching, climbing, and lifting.
• Ability to operate tools, equipment, and vehicles used in daily tasks and work safely around electrical currents, cleaning chemicals, and toxic waste.
• May require a valid California driver's license.

Nice To Haves

• Previous work experience in janitorial or custodial work is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Clean and disinfect offices and meeting rooms; dust and wax fixtures and furniture; sweep, mop, strip, wax, and/or buff floors; wash walls and windows; clean, disinfect, and restock restrooms; empty and clean waste receptacles; and vacuum and shampoo carpets.
• Maintain and store tools and equipment used in daily operations.
• Rearrange room furniture and set up facilities for meetings as needed.
• Monitor for trespassers, fire, or equipment malfunctions, and secure doors and windows.
• Report needed repairs to the supervising custodian.
• Replenish work materials as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed