Custodian

Aitkin County•Aitkin, MN

13d•Onsite

About The Position

This is primarily a custodial/cleaning position focused on keeping County buildings clean, sanitary, safe, and welcoming. Typical duties include cleaning restrooms, floors, carpets, offices and common areas, emptying garbage, restocking supplies, and periodic deep cleaning. The position may also assist with minor building maintenance, groundskeeping, snow removal, and other projects as needed. Hours: Monday through Thursday 2:00 pm -10:30 pm & Friday 9:00 am – 5:30 pm. Job Summary To provide custodial and light building maintenance services so that public buildings are clean and in efficient working condition; performs related work as required. Supervision Received Employees working in this job class work under general supervision and usually receive some instruction with respect to details of most assignments, but are free to develop their own work sequences within established procedures, methods, and policies. They are often physically removed from their supervisor and are only subject to periodic supervisory checks. This position reports to the Building and Grounds Supervisor, but may also receive limited work direction from the Utility Maintenance Custodian. Supervision Exercised No formal supervisory authority, but is occasionally required to serve as a work leader over temporary staff and/or STS workers. Essential Functions This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other essential and nonessential functions as assigned or apparent to meet the ongoing needs of the department and organization. Regular attendance and punctuality are essential requirements of this position. Cleans and maintains buildings so they are safe, sanitary, and attractive. Duties may include but not be limited to: Empty wastebaskets, mop and disinfect floors, clean and disinfect sinks, mirrors, toilet bowl-seats, urinals, and pipes, fill hand soap, paper towel, and tissue supplies, check that restroom faucets and drains are working properly, clean doors and partitions, spot clean walls and ceiling, replace lights, clean baseboards and light fixtures, clean exterior of all dispensers, vacuum carpeted areas, sweep tiled floors with dust mop, clean window glass on doors, clean whiteboards, dust ledges and other surfaces, clean shades or blinds, clean and disinfect drinking fountains, clean stairs, set-up tables and chairs before training or events, clean and put away tables after training or events, clean ceiling vents, strip/seal/wax tiled floors, shampoo carpets, sand and seal window ledges, clean furniture, desks, tables and chairs, and other related duties. Hauls garbage out of the buildings. Reports signs of vandalism or abuse of facilities. Secures buildings when necessary by locking doors and windows. Operates equipment safely wearing proper personal protective equipment when necessary. Performs minor building and equipment repairs and maintenance. Disposes of recycling materials according to policy. May occasionally perform groundskeeping activities, including mow the grass, trim, rake, pull weeds, plant flowers or shrubs, and assist with snow and ice removal from entryways, walkways and parking lots by shoveling, sweeping, and spreading salt mixture. Picks up litter on grounds. May occasionally paint, perform light carpentry duties, and assist with other projects as required. Picks up supplies and runs other errands as necessary. Attends training and meetings as needed. Performs other related duties as assigned or apparent.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Prior experience or training in building and property maintenance is preferred, but not required.
Must be able to work second shift hours.
Valid Minnesota driver’s license required.
Employment reference checks, a criminal background check, and pre-employment physical will be performed.
Physical ability to regularly lift and hoist up to 50 pounds.
Ability to climb/descend stairs for cleaning.
Ability to bend, twist, lift, push, and pull when mopping and sweeping.
Knowledge of county and departmental policies, procedures, and practices.
Knowledge of basic cleaning and repair responsibilities and procedures for facility maintenance.
Knowledge of OSHA regulations and safe operation of tools and equipment.
Communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to exchange information and receive work direction.
Proficient in reading, writing, and speaking English.
Ability to organize and prioritize work.
Ability to operate hand tools, small power tools, and other job-related equipment.
Ability to present a positive attitude, promote teamwork, and treat all staff and the public with respect.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Ability to work independently and exercise good judgment, demonstrating self-motivation.
Attention to detail and ability to identify needed repairs.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to exercise independent judgment, and demonstrate good organization and time management skills.
Ability to endure physical demands involving long hours of standing, heavy lifting, climbing, bending, twisting, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Proficient at using County Payroll Software, E-time, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Internet, and other job-related software.
Ability to travel for delivering mail and running errands for parts or supplies.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience or training in building and property maintenance.

Responsibilities

Clean and maintain buildings to ensure they are safe, sanitary, and attractive.
Empty wastebaskets, mop and disinfect floors, clean and disinfect restrooms, and restock supplies.
Clean doors, partitions, walls, ceilings, light fixtures, and dispensers.
Vacuum carpeted areas and sweep tiled floors.
Clean window glass, whiteboards, and drinking fountains.
Dust ledges and other surfaces, and clean blinds or shades.
Set up and clean up tables and chairs for events.
Clean ceiling vents, strip/seal/wax tiled floors, and shampoo carpets.
Clean furniture, desks, tables, and chairs.
Haul garbage out of buildings.
Report signs of vandalism or abuse of facilities.
Secure buildings by locking doors and windows.
Operate equipment safely, wearing proper personal protective equipment.
Perform minor building and equipment repairs and maintenance.
Dispose of recycling materials according to policy.
Perform groundskeeping activities such as mowing grass, trimming, raking, pulling weeds, planting, and assisting with snow and ice removal.
Pick up litter on grounds.
Perform light carpentry duties and assist with other projects.
Pick up supplies and run errands.
Attend training and meetings as needed.