Head Custodian

City of Portales•Portales, NM

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Reporting to the Public Infrastructure Deputy, the Head Custodian is responsible for planning and supervising the work of other custodians. Work involves cleaning and minor maintenance work for various City buildings. Involves considerable amount of knowledge of custodial duties and custodial products. Carry out departmental and City policies in accordance with the City personnel policies and the policies of the supervisor who will visit the sites as he/she sees fit. Work involves light to heavy lifting as well as light maintenance on buildings and equipment. Willingness to work irregular hours, weekends, and as necessary holidays.

Requirements

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of a High School Diploma.
Current New Mexico driver’s license.
Must be in good physical condition (job requires some heavy lifting).
Must be able to interact and work will with others.
Ability to work with minimum supervision.
Ability to follow through on work assignments.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Applicant must be able to lift 50 to 75 pounds.
Must pass a background investigation including work history, criminal records, driving records and other records deemed necessary.
Candidates must have and maintain a satisfactory driving record and insurability in accordance with the City’s insurance carrier.
Employees must maintain a source of communications.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in the use and care of custodial equipment and janitorial cleaning methods is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains inventory of cleaning products, tools, etc., and coordinates order and purchasing of items with supervisor.
Sweeping, wet and dry mopping, stripping, washing and/or buffing floors, halls, and stairways.
Vacuuming and shampooing rugs and carpet.
Dusting and washing walls, ceilings, tables, vents, interior and exterior windows, desks, and lighting fixtures.
Straightening office furniture and emptying waste receptacles.
Changing light bulbs and performing minor electrical-mechanical maintenance repairs and related duties.
Setting up chairs and rearranging furniture in preparation for meetings other special events to be held.
Reporting immediately any and all equipment defects and or malfunctions.
Collects trash, shovels snow, keeps grounds void of trash and debris, sweeps sidewalks, and maintains buildings exterior in a clean and orderly manner.
Must occasionally be prepared for call-out work during nonscheduled working hours.
May be required to attend seminars and classes to improve job skills.
Attend safety classes as specified.
Performs job duties in a way that promotes a positive image of the City and organization and the department; demonstrates effective interpersonal skills and delivers exemplary customer service.