Custodian

Macomb County Government

2d • $34,156 - $44,177 • Onsite

About The Position

Under direction, performs custodial work at the Macomb County Department of Roads’ Clinton Township facility, including the Clinton Service Center, Mechanic Department, Purchasing Department, Sign Department, Signal Department, Maintenance Office, and grounds. May also perform similar duties at the MCDR Administration Building and other assigned locations. The work includes cleaning and maintaining interiors, restrooms, floors, furnishings, equipment, and grounds; handling seasonal sidewalk maintenance; and supporting construction-related work. The position may also require operating an automobile and survey equipment. Performs related duties as assigned.

This is a full-time, 40-hour-per-week position. The current starting time is 7:00 a.m.; evening and weekend hours may be needed. The position is based at the Clinton Township Facility and is represented by the Road Technicians Association bargaining unit.

Requirements

• Possession of a high school diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development Test (GED).
• Previous custodial and/or housekeeping experience.
• Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and an operable insured automobile for authorized travel.
• Knowledge of common house-cleaning devices, related supplies, and equipment.
• Skill in maintaining and operating cleaning equipment, including brooms, mops, mop pails, wringers, carpet cleaners, power floor scrubbers, floor polishers, vacuum cleaners, power washers, snow shovels, snow blowers, and tractors.
• Ability to manage time appropriately.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with elected officials, administrators, department heads, staff, union officials, and the public.
• Ability to work in an environment that embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign.
• Ability to effectively speak, write, and understand English.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions.
• Ability to accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files.
• Ability to maintain the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to conduct oneself with tact and courtesy.

Nice To Haves

• Possess and maintain a valid Michigan Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Ability to effectively speak, write, and understand a language other than English.

Responsibilities

• Dust, sweep, vacuum, mop, scrub, seal, wax, buff, strip, and refinish floors according to schedules and routines.
• Gather and dispose of litter and trash throughout assigned facilities.
• Dust, wash, and clean furniture; move and set up furniture as needed.
• Vacuum stairs, landings, hallways, offices, and other areas; vacuum and shampoo carpets.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and stock them with paper products.
• Clean and maintain custodial closets and equipment.
• Wash walls and windows; clean and maintain ceilings, ceiling fixtures, and air vents.
• Maintain inventory of cleaning supplies and request supplies and equipment as needed.
• Notify management when minor repairs are needed.
• Clear snow and debris from sidewalks and spread salt on public passageways.
• Install and maintain landscaping, including adding or refreshing mulch or rocks, cutting grass, clearing weeds and brush, and planting or trimming trees, shrubs, and floral displays according to accepted horticultural practices.
• Paint walls and ceilings as needed.
• Serve as backup for cleaning and servicing unassigned buildings as needed.
• Operate survey equipment to show terrain and topographical features.
• Verify that contractors follow proper signing, barricading, and safety practices.
• Ensure work areas are properly restored after construction is completed.
• Operate an automobile to perform assigned job functions.
• Perform duties in areas other than those regularly assigned when required.
• Comply with applicable state and county emergency management statutes, plans, policies, and procedures.

Benefits

• Medical coverage with no monthly premium for single, two-person, or family coverage; effective the first day of employment.
• Dental coverage with no monthly premium for single, two-person, or family coverage; effective the first day of employment.
• Vision coverage with no monthly premium for single, two-person, or family coverage; effective the first day of employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED