Custodian-Lawrence

Massachusetts Trial Court•Lawrence, OH

1d•$40,575 - $59,802

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. It is a union position covered by the collective bargaining agreement with O.P.E.I.U., Local 6. The role is considered essential personnel in certain emergencies and may require work outside regularly scheduled hours, including staying late or arriving early. Travel is required, but the posting does not specify its extent. The regular schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The posting also notes that 7.5-hour shifts beginning at 2:00 p.m. or later and ending no later than 10:00 a.m. are eligible for a $1.00-per-hour shift differential. The position is in the Facilities Management and Capital Planning department, which manages and maintains 57 state-owned courthouses and supports capital updates to state-owned and leased facilities throughout the Commonwealth.

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 and the ability to perform a variety of cleaning duties.
Ability to meet work schedules and deadlines, follow oral and written directions, and operate various types of cleaning equipment.
Ability to work independently or with a team, interact with people from varied backgrounds, and sanitize restrooms.
Ability to perform heavy work: exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds constantly while moving objects.
Ability to work in environments with frequent exposure to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals or substances.

Responsibilities

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