What are the responsibilities and job description for the Custodian position at City of Sheboygan?
The Department of Facilitates and Operations is responsible for the functions of the City’s physical spaces, including buildings, grounds and infrastructure. The goal is to ensure that these spaces are safe, comfortable, efficient, and sustainable, while also supporting the organization’s objectives. Maintaining the cleanliness of the facilities and surrounding grounds is of the upmost importance, while providing a friendly and welcoming atmosphere.
This position performs custodial maintenance duties including dusting, mopping, finishing and buffing floors, vacuuming and shampooing carpets, cleaning, sanitizing, and restocking restrooms in City owned facilities. This person is expected to report to work daily as scheduled and be prepared to work at the start of the shift wearing the proper attire. All City employees are expected to be honest and truthful at all times.
Performs general, routine custodial duties, to include dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, and restocking paper and soap supplies.
Performs routine maintenance to custodial equipment and supplies.
Empties trash receptacles, disposes trash into compactors and/or dumpsters, and bags trash for proper disposal.
Unlocks doors and ensures doors are locked after cleaning areas.
Reports needs and concerns to appropriate staff, which may include submitting or recommending work orders and checking supply levels.
Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
Assists in on-the-job training of new staff.
Performs cleaning functions specific to the assigned facilities and/or based on seasonal/project requirements.
May provide vendors/contractors with access to areas for maintenance.
May assist or perform snow removal activities, cutting grass, and minor maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting furniture, or other similar activities.
Keeps building and property in a clean and orderly condition.
Acts as a respectable employee, a professional demeanor representative of the City of Sheboygan.
Makes sure facility is secure before departing.
Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Valid Driver’s License required.
Previous experience maintaining buildings and/or grounds and landscaping in a business setting.
Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures.
Experience with using cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor scrubbers, and cleaning solutions.
Background in handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals.
Ability to safely lift 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work outdoors and in adverse weather conditions.
Capable of repeated standing, bending, kneeling and reaching overhead for up to ten hours per day.
Ability to work a flexible schedule depending on the needs of the department.
Job offers for this position are contingent on the individual passing a pre-employment drug screen, physical, and background check.
Salary : $44,304 - $49,234
