Sheriff's Office Custodian (Grade 4)

Yuma County•Yuma, AZ

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs work of routine difficulty in the supervision of inmate crews providing custodial/janitorial care of Yuma County Sheriff’s Office facilities. This position has department-specific responsibility. The Sheriff's Office is seeking applications for this position, and Yuma County Human Resources does not review applications submitted for this role; all applications are forwarded directly to the Sheriff's Office.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Two (2) years of experience in custodial/janitorial work OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must complete forty (40) hours of detention training.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of County policies and procedures.
Knowledge of Sheriff’s Office policies and procedures.
Knowledge of basic supervision and skills training.
Knowledge of the materials, methods, and practices used in cleaning and sanitizing buildings and grounds, and related custodial operations.
Knowledge of the principles of custodial safety, sanitation management, and inventory control.
Knowledge of custodial equipment operations and maintenance techniques.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
Knowledge of required detention and security training.
Skill in effectively supervising, delegating, and evaluating inmates’ activities.
Skill in performing routine custodial and janitorial tasks.
Skill in operating, maintaining, and repairing commercial custodial equipment.
Skill in keeping accurate inventory of supplies, tools, and equipment.
Skill in maintaining safety and security standards.
Skill in maintaining logs and records.
Skill in operating computerized technology and job-related software applications/programs.
Skill in effectively communicating with individuals of various socioeconomic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds.
Ability to direct, train, and supervise inmates effectively.
Ability to operate and care for a variety of custodial tools/equipment.
Ability to operate an assigned vehicle safely and transport working inmates.
Ability to organize workload and meet deadlines.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, employees, other agencies, and the public.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

Supervises, leads, and trains inmate crews in providing custodial and janitorial duties, including routine cleaning, restroom sanitation, floor care, and general maintenance of facilities and grounds.
Trains and ensures inmate crews follow the proper use of manual and power custodial equipment.
Transports inmate work crews to designated work facilities in a Department vehicle.
Inspects inmates’ assigned work areas.
Observes and enforces all established detention security rules and procedures.
Maintains security of work details by observing and controlling inmate behavior.
Documents and reports inmate behavior, incidents, and/or physical problems.
Confiscates and delivers any contraband discovered during inmate work crews to the Detention supervisor.
Maintains strict security and accountability for all tools, equipment, supplies, and materials used by inmate work crews.
Maintains the safekeeping of keys used to lock/unlock secure areas to be cleaned.
Performs custodial and janitorial duties, including dusting and polishing furniture/equipment, sanitizing restrooms and replenishing supplies, cleaning carpets, stripping, waxing, and buffing floors.
Cleans outside areas and walkways.
Ensures cleanliness and sanitary conditions of Sheriff’s Office facilities, including patrol substations, weapon range, jail, visitation, high-traffic, and personnel areas.
Moves and arranges office and building furniture/equipment.
Sets up and tears down equipment for special events and activities.
Secures facilities after working hours.
Operates, inspects, and maintains floor care equipment.
Identifies and reports repair needs.
Performs equipment repairs and maintenance, as needed.
Mixes and disposes of cleaning fluids/agents, chemicals, or similar solutions.
Ensures occupational hazards and safety precautions are adhered to.
Receives, stocks, and inventories custodial supplies.
Sorts and delivers supplies and materials.
Responds to emergency and urgent clean-up situations, such as spills, leaks, floods, and biohazardous substances including blood and feces.
Inputs and maintains work logs and records.
Works effectively and safely in a security jail environment, inmate housing, and holding areas.
May be required to lift up to forty (40) pounds.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Performs other duties as assigned.