Night Custodian

Bend Park and Recreation•Bend, OR

1d•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Our recreation facilities are looking for a reliable Custodian to help maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for our community and staff. This position may also perform small building maintenance duties.

Requirements

Strong Knowledge of cleaning and sanitation requirements at a public facility.
Strong Knowledge of common cleaning equipment, tools, materials, and supplies needed for custodian work.
Strong Knowledge of routine custodian practices and methods, including safety procedures, proper handling, operation and maintenance of equipment, and basic building safety tasks.
Strong Knowledge of principles and practices of customer service.
Strong Knowledge of spoken and written English.
Strong Knowledge of safe and effective use and application of cleaning agents and solvents.
Ability to safely and effectively operate cleaning equipment and tools.
Ability to take direction and perform task with minimal supervision.
Ability to prioritize tasks and perform a full range of assigned janitorial duties in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to identify occupational hazards and use safety precautions.
Ability to demonstrate a high attention to detail.
Ability to effectively communicate with others verbally and in writing.
Ability to use active listening and interpersonal skills to mitigate conflict.
Ability to work cooperatively with others.
Ability to create a positive, constructive and respectful relationship with staff and the general public.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Some custodial or facility maintenance experience preferred; OR Any satisfactory combination of education, experience and training.
Some positions may require possession of, or ability to obtain valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days with an acceptable driving history as defined by district driving policy.
This position may require reporting to additional sites throughout the workday, typically achieved in a motor vehicle OR other modes of transportation. If choosing a personal vehicle, possession of, or ability to obtain valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days with an acceptable driving history as defined by district driving policy.
If you do not have a driver’s license or have an unacceptable driving history, it does not disqualify you from this position, only from driving a vehicle for district business.

Responsibilities

Provide direction and support to new custodial staff.
Perform cleaning, janitorial and sanitation duties on park restrooms and/or assigned facilities, including refilling supplies in restrooms.
Assist in determining cleaning needs and adjust janitorial and sanitation schedule.
Sweep and/or power wash sidewalks, parking lots and pool decks. Remove snow from sidewalks and entryways.
Organize, maintain and recommend purchases for janitorial equipment and supplies.
Assist in determining cleaning needs and recommend janitorial and sanitation schedule adjustments to the Custodial Supervisor.
Monitor equipment and facilities for required maintenance; performs routine maintenance, including unclogging sinks, drains, and toilets; submits work order requests for necessary repairs.
Maintains floors including stripping, waxing, polishing, buffing or burnishing finished floors.
Clean and report graffiti, vandalism and other incidents.
Arrange classroom and meeting room furniture, including setting up and taking down equipment, supplies, tables and chairs.
Acts as a Mandatory Reporter; reports incidents of child abuse/neglect.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.