Custodian Jobs

Starting Salary: $17.00

Purpose of Classification:

The purpose of this classification is to perform custodial or other routine maintenance duties in support of County facilities.

Essential Functions:

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

Provides custodial duties to County facilities and parks; vacuums, sweeps, mops, scrubs, waxes, and/or shampoos carpet and floor surfaces located in hallways, stairs, offices, restrooms, kitchens, public rooms, elevators, storage rooms, and other areas.

Cleans, dusts, and polishes furniture, equipment, artwork, fixtures, surfaces, walls, wood paneling, window sills, trim, doors, cabinets, vents, and other surfaces; and cleans telephones and office equipment/supplies.

Cleans, deodorizes and disinfects bathrooms; cleans mirrors; and replenishes soap products and paper products.

Washes/cleans windows and blinds.

Empties trash containers and recycling containers; replaces trash liners in containers; picks up and disposes of trash from floor/ground areas; separates recyclable materials from other trash; carries/transports trash to dumpster or other designated trash.

Maintains building security; turns off lights, copiers, calculators, heat switches, and other office equipment not in use; unlocks/locks doors; and disarms/resets security alarm system.

Operates/utilizes various equipment, tools and supplies which may include a vacuum cleaner, carpet cleaner, buffing machine, mop, broom, cleaning supplies, alarm system, ladder, lawn mower, weedeater, leaf blower, snow blower, shovel, rake, drill, saw, or mechanic tools.

Utilizes precautionary safety equipment and monitors work environment to ensure safety of employees and other individuals.

Assists in monitoring inventory levels of equipment, tools, or supplies; initiates requests for new or replacement materials; and stocks or distributes supply items.

Prepares or completes various forms, reports, correspondence, timesheets, vacation requests, or other documents; and forwards or retains as appropriate.

Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages; and responds to requests for service or assistance.

Communicates with supervisor, employees, other departments, the public, and other individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Minimum Qualifications:

Prior custodian or related experience required.

Specific License or Certification Required: Must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license.