Custodian

City of Waycross•Waycross, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Custodian performs daily and weekly cleaning and upkeep of Waycross City Hall, including seven restrooms across three floors, the public lobby and visitor center, offices, hallways, stairwells, and Commission Chambers. The position also cleans city park restrooms and assists with auditorium cleanup as assigned. Work follows the City Hall Custodial Daily and Weekly Plan, and completed work is recorded on a weekly checklist submitted to the supervisor. The role includes routine cleaning, disinfecting, floor care, trash and recycling removal, restocking supplies, preparing and resetting rooms for meetings and events, watering plants, and performing minor maintenance or repairs within the employee’s skill level. The custodian works indoors and outdoors, follows chemical and safety guidance, and interacts with city staff, officials, couriers, and the public.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with completion of high school or equivalent.
Ability to perform the physical work associated with general custodial duties; follow verbal and written instructions; work independently; complete routine and repetitive tasks; tolerate interruptions; and interact positively and pleasantly with staff.
Basic computer ability sufficient to complete a fillable form and send it by email.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties, usually associated with an apprenticeship or internship, or one to two years in a similar position.
Possession of a valid State of Georgia driver's license, or ability to readily obtain one, for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
Knowledge of custodial and building maintenance practices, materials, and chemicals, including safe handling, dilution, dwell time, and products that must not be mixed.
Knowledge of floor care by surface type and of cleaning methods that may damage surfaces.
Knowledge of cross-contamination control and separation of restroom cleaning tools from tools used on other surfaces.
Knowledge of accessibility clearance requirements sufficient to keep grab bars, fixtures, and paths of travel unobstructed.
Skill in operating cleaning equipment and tools, including a vacuum cleaner, mop, deck brush, and floor equipment.
Skill in completing a written work checklist and submitting it electronically.
Ability to use protective devices such as gloves and eye protection when required.

Responsibilities

Clean and disinfect all seven restrooms daily, including fixtures, surfaces, and floors; restock restroom supplies and keep ADA grab bars clear.
Empty building trash and recycling, replace liners, carry trash to dumpsters, and remove empty cardboard boxes.
Clean and maintain lobby, hallways, offices, stairwells, entry areas, drinking fountain, elevator interiors, and other common areas.
Sweep exterior porches and steps and pick up litter around the building.
Pick up and deliver newspapers and mail to departments.
Prepare Commission Chambers before meetings and reset and clean the room afterward.
Perform the Monday deep clean of all restrooms, including descaling fixtures, washing partitions and doors, wiping wall tile, and dusting vents and dispenser tops.
Deck-brush restroom floors on a rotating schedule, one building floor each week.
Vacuum common areas and spot-treat carpet stains; clean interior glass, office windows, doors, frames, and other building surfaces as scheduled.
Damp-mop hard floors, dust building surfaces and fixtures, and water plants each Friday.
Complete the custodial checklist and submit it electronically to the supervisor each Friday before the end of the shift.
Clean city park restrooms and assist with auditorium cleanup as needed.
Set up and break down meeting rooms and Commission Chambers for meetings and special events.
Replant flowers and potted plants as scheduled.
Perform minor maintenance, routine repairs, and minor plumbing within skill level.
Maintain inventory of custodial, restroom, and Commission meeting supplies and request replenishment before supplies run out.
Report leaks, damage, broken fixtures, and safety hazards to the supervisor.
Meet the City's Customer Service Standards when interacting with the public and staff, and perform other duties as assigned.