Maintenance Worker - Custodial

Olmsted County•2118 Building - Olmsted County Campus, MN

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Recognized as one of the best places to work in Southeast Minnesota for three consecutive years, at Olmsted County every role helps to foster a vibrant community where everyone thrives. Our employees are at the heart of everything we do, driving public service excellence and community well-being. We don’t just offer a job, we offer a career filled with purpose, growth, and fulfillment. Our benefits package ensures your wellbeing, while career advancement opportunities and professional development empower you to reach your full potential. Join us, and you'll be part of a purpose-driven team where your work truly makes a difference. Together, we build a sustainable, healthy, and welcoming community.

Requirements

Six (6) months of custodial cleaning and building maintenance work.
Regular and reliable attendance.
Valid driver's license and free of any major traffic violations for the last three (3) years (if required to use County vehicles and equipment).
Knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment.
Knowledge of basic building maintenance practices.
Knowledge of Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Skill in the use of tools and materials commonly used in building, cleaning, and maintenance activities.
Ability to communicate effectively with the public.
Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal and written assignments.
Ability to work with team members.
Ability to properly use hearing protection devices in loud areas.
Ability to use the proper personal protective equipment against safety hazards when necessary.
Ability to comply with Olmsted Waste-to-Energy’s Safety Manual and perform specialized cleaning to prevent accumulation of lead in the common areas of the facility.
Ability to wear a filtering facepiece or half-face respirator when necessary.
Must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Cleans County-owned buildings, fixtures, and furnishings.
Uses equipment, materials, and solvents.
Reviews Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and follows safety protocol.
Supports a diverse, respectful, and inclusive workplace.
Vacuums carpets, spot cleans, and shampoos as needed.
Operates and maintains various cleaning equipment.
Cleans drinking fountains, wash-bowls, fixtures, lavatories, and replenishes supplies.
Dusts woodwork, chairs, tables, desks and other furniture, and polishes furniture.
Empties waste receptacles.
Sweeps and mops floors, corridors, halls, and stairways.
Washes windows and cleans venetian blinds.
Strips wax from floors using chemicals and scrubbing machine, applies wax.
Alerts supervisor to problems or potential problems in the workplace regarding critical health and safety issues.
Performs related work as assigned.