Custodian

Custodian: Facilities Maintenance Division, Parks & Recreation

Grade: 105

Salary: Grade 105/Step 1 = $37,273.60

Application Deadline: 01/17/2025

Human Resources Department PO Box 910, 23 2nd St NE, Watertown, SD 57201​

Application forms and complete position descriptions are available at City Hall, Human Resources Department or online at https://watertownsd.seamlessdocs.com/f/job_application.

POSITION SUMMARY

This position provides building and grounds cleaning and light maintenance duties to provide a clean and safe environment for workers and the public.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be required and assigned.

1. Keeps rest rooms clean and supplied with soap, towels, and paper supplies.

2. Sweeps, mops, and buffs floors in offices, hallways, and other facilities.

3. Washes windows, screens, walls, and light fixtures.

4. Empties garbage cans and other trash receptacles.

5. Dusts, cleans, and polishes furniture.

6. Shampoos rugs and does spot cleaning on carpeting.

7. Carries out routine tasks such as raising flag, assisting with deliveries, etc.

8. Makes minor repairs to the building, furniture, and equipment including filter changes, light bulbs, painting, patching drywall, battery replacements.

9. Cuts grass, trims shrubs, shovels snow, de-ices sidewalks, and performs a variety of grounds maintenance tasks.

10. Secures buildings after hours and inspects building for security of building and assets.

11. Maintains inventory of cleaning and paper supplies.

12. Assists training new employees in their job duties.

13. Ensures all activities are carried out in a safe manner; adheres to all safety regulations; ensures all regulations pertaining to the safe use of equipment are understood and followed.

14. Reports all accidents to the appropriate authority and follows all policies for reporting.

15. Provides backup assistance to other department personnel as needed.

16. Reports to work for after hour needs, as assigned.

17. Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

· High School Diploma or equivalent.

· One (1) year work experience in custodial services.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

· Must successfully pass background check.

Veteran's preference points are acknowledged in the City's hiring process.

The City of Watertown's Personnel Policy, including the City's policy on Nepotism, can be obtained at the City Hall, Human Resources Department or on our website at www.watertownsd.us. The City of Watertown does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age or disability in employment or the provision of services. EOE

Human Resources Office

City of Watertown, SD

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $37,273.60 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

Physical Setting:

• Office
• Outdoor work

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Watertown, SD 57201: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $37,274