Custodian

City of Kent, Washington•Centennial, CO

64d•$4,538 - $5,524•Onsite

About The Position

Come work at a place where you have a direct impact on the quality of life for Kent residents, business owners and visitors alike! The City of Kent is accepting applications for Custodian. Under the direction of the Custodial Supervisor or Lead, you’ll play a vital role in maintaining the cleanliness and upkeep of our buildings and facilities. As a Custodian, you’ll be responsible for a variety of cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, sanitizing restrooms, and ensuring our spaces remain well-maintained. This position requires attention to detail, the ability to work independently, and a commitment to providing a clean and comfortable environment for employees and visitors alike. If this type of work interests you and you have at least six months of related experience, we encourage you to apply!

Requirements

Six (6) months of related experience.
High school diploma, general education degree (GED), or equivalent.
Valid Washington State Driver's license
Must successfully pass the City's pre-employment driver's records check
Successfully complete the City's Defensive Driving Course
Maintain an excellent driving record
Completion of position relevant background check

Nice To Haves

Ability to operate a variety of machines, tools, and equipment such as those listed below
Ability to utilize cleaning materials and cleaning solutions safely
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions
Ability to follow procedures and clearly defined standards
Ability to perform heavy manual labor and meet the physical requirements as listed below
Ability to use interpersonal skills effectively in a tactful, patient and courteous manner
Ability to read, comprehend and apply simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations to supervisor and/or other employees of the organization
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals

Responsibilities

Collect trash, recyclable waste products, and other foreign items and dispose in appropriate receptacles.
Clean, polish, and sanitize building surfaces including walls, counter tops, door plates, drinking fountains, handrails, stairs, floors, etc.
Vacuum and shampoo carpets and rugs in offices and open spaces, edge vacuum and vacuum upholstery; may also vacuum ceiling vents and return air vents.
Clean, sanitize, and maintain restrooms by cleaning mirrors, fixtures, floors, and shower areas by cleaning and sanitizing shower floors and walls, and locker areas.
Restock and maintain adequate supplies such as paper towels, sanitary supplies, soaps, etc.
Clean and refill dispensers.
Sweep, mop, buff, and refinish floors, rubber mats, stairways, and stairs.
Dust, clean, and polish furniture, woodwork, metal work, fixtures, lights, ledges, etc.
Clean and wash windows, doors, door windows, and blinds as required.
Ensure security of assigned building and offices by checking that doors are locked.
Ensure all ashtrays are cleaned outside City buildings and assigned smoking areas.
Ensure building entrances are clean and clear of leaves, grass, and other materials.
Dust and clean coffee and vending machines.
Scrub and strip hard surface floors for refinishing at assigned buildings as scheduled using floor machines, wet/dry extractors, and stripping solutions.
May be required to assist in refinishing gymnasium floors.
Clean, stock, and maintain custodian closets.
Perform general and minor repair of custodial equipment.
Assist in setting up for meetings by setting up tables and chairs, etc., and taking down same as necessary.
Load/unload custodial equipment into/out of a City pick-up truck or van as assigned.
Actively support the vision, mission, values and goals of the department and the City.
Perform related duties as assigned.