FLEET & FACILITIES CUSTODIAN

El Dorado County Transit Authority•Diamond Springs, CA

8h•$20 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, washes the exterior of El Dorado Transit vehicles and cleans, disinfects and maintains the interior; operates the automatic vehicle washing equipment; performs routine maintenance and cleaning duties of El Dorado Transit offices, facilities and vehicles; uses a variety of custodial tools, equipment and supplies; and performs related duties as assigned. This is a fully qualified journey-level classification responsible for performing the full range of vehicle washing/cleaning and custodial duties for El Dorado Transit offices and sites, working independently, and exercising judgment and initiative. Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit.

Requirements

Proper cleaning methods, and the use of cleaning materials, and disinfectants.
Proper use of automatic vehicle washing equipment.
Use and minor maintenance of hand and power tools and equipment used in custodial work.
Safety practices when working with tools, equipment and cleaning materials.
Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public and El Dorado Transit staff.
Basic record keeping practices.
Wash vehicles and maintain interiors in a clean and tidy condition.
Perform general custodial tasks within an office and maintenance/shop environment.
Properly use personal protective equipment and handle hazardous chemicals
Understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Demonstrate excellent customer service skills.
Present a positive public image of the transit system.
Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.
Equivalent to completion of the eighth (8th) grade and six (6) months of custodial work experience.
Possession of, and ability to maintain, a valid California Driver’s License and a safe driving record throughout employment.
Possession of, or ability to obtain within ninety (90) days of appointment to the classification, a Class B Driver’s License with a passenger endorsement and no air brake restriction; and maintain a safe driving record throughout employment.

Responsibilities

Using a variety of materials and equipment, cleans and sanitizes the exterior and interior of El Dorado Transit vehicles; operates automatic vehicle washing equipment; ensures interior seats and flooring are properly maintained in a tidy condition; cleans and maintains automatic bus washing equipment.
Performs a diverse range of custodial duties in El Dorado Transit facilities and sites; cleans offices, facilities, bus shelters and bus stops; monitors conditions of facilities and reports the need for maintenance and repair.
Sweeps, mops and scrubs floors; removes trash; cleans windows; wipes down and dusts ceilings, walls, and doors; dusts furniture and equipment.
Maintains bus stop locations by performing tasks such as cleaning, installing and repairing bus stop signs, benches and shelters; removes graffiti; replenishes and stocks bus schedules and public notices.
Follows label instructions to mix and dilute cleaners, disinfectants and stripping agents for proper use.
Uses a variety of custodial tools, equipment and supplies, maintains equipment and supplies in proper condition.
Closes windows, and locks doors to secure facilities and vehicles.
Keeps basic records of work performed.
Performs landscape maintenance at various sites; mows lawns; trims bushes and removes weeds; ensures that walkways and paths are clear of debris.
Operates all transit vehicles.
Performs related duties as assigned.