Custodian (Full-Time)

Churchill County • Fallon, NV

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Churchill County is seeking a full-time Custodian to maintain the cleanliness and presentability of various county buildings. The ideal candidate will have custodial experience, a strong work ethic, and the ability to work efficiently. This role requires an early start, with working hours from 4:00 AM to 12:30 PM, Monday through Friday. The position is safety-sensitive and subject to drug testing. Applications are accepted online until June 28, 2026.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED; AND one (1) year of custodial/janitorial experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Knowledge of proper cleaning methods and the safe usage of cleaning materials, disinfectants, custodial tools and equipment.
• Knowledge of use and minor maintenance of hand and power tools and equipment used in custodial work.
• Knowledge of safety practices and equipment related to the work.
• Knowledge of basic shop mathematics.
• Knowledge of basic record keeping practices.
• Knowledge of basic techniques for dealing with the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written forms.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and power equipment related to the work.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work without close supervision in standard work situations.
• Ability to contribute effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.
• Ability to maintain accurate records of work performed.
• Nevada Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and polishes floors; sweeps, vacuums and spot cleans carpeted areas.
• Dusts and polishes furniture and woodwork; dusts counters, window sills, window blinds and similar fixtures.
• Empties, cleans and lines waste receptacles and disposes of trash.
• Washes doors, windows, walls, ceilings, window blinds and furniture; polishes metalwork.
• Cleans and disinfects restrooms; restocks restroom supplies as necessary.
• Cleans lighting fixtures and reports the need for bulb or tube replacement.
• Strips, seals and buffs floors.
• Closes windows, turns off lights, and locks doors to secure buildings.
• Reports the need for maintenance or repair of facilities to the appropriate supervisor; corrects or reports any fire or safety hazards and places barriers in public areas.
• Maintains equipment, materials and supplies in proper condition.
• Observes safe working practices, including maintaining storage areas in a safe condition.
• Follows label instructions to mix and dilute cleansers, disinfectants and stripping agents to ensure proper strength for use.
• Answers questions and provides standard information to the public if working in a public facility.
• Keeps basic records of work performed, time sheets, etc.
• May set up meeting rooms and rearrange furniture; may drive a County motor vehicle to specified work sites.
• May oversee the work of community service workers when assigned.
• Monitors visitors during facility hours of operation to ensure orderly conduct; reports unsafe conditions; opens and closes facility as required.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.

Benefits

• Enrollment in the Nevada PERS retirement system.
• County contribution of an additional 36.75% into PERS.
• No Social Security contributions, resulting in an additional 6% in take-home pay.
• County pays 100% for employee-only health insurance premiums.
• Full accruals of vacation leave (8 hours per month).
• Full accruals of sick leave (10 hours per month).
• 8 hours for pay for 12 paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

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