Janitor - Extra-Help Janitor

Examples of Duties

This recruitment is being established to obtain a current eligible list for both Full time and Extra-Help vacancies. Extra-Help are not entitled to county benefits and are limited to a maximum of 25 hours per week. Extra-Help pay is $16.51 per hour.

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Monitor building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
  
• Conducts major cleaning of assigned facilities.
  
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms, empties and cleans waste receptacles.
  
• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.
  
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment, in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
  
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications, strip, seal, finish, and polish floors.
  
• Notify managers concerning the need for repairs or additions to building operating systems.
  
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees. Cleans and maintains furnishings by cleaning, dusting and polishing furniture, woodwork, metal work and cabinets.
  
• Cleans stairways, hallways, rest rooms, offices, lobbies, ceilings, walls, window shades, light fixtures, interior glass partitions and venetian blinds.
  
• Assists in moving and arranging furniture and equipment.
  
• May operate County vehicles to deliver and pick up supplies, equipment and other items as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience:
Some janitorial experience in a commercial or equivalent environment is preferable.

License:
Possess a valid California driver's license at time of application and maintain.

Essential Functions

Essential Functions include the ability to:

• Perform cleaning, waste removal and equipment & furniture moving in County offices.
  
• Communicate effectively with others in writing, in person and over the telephone.
  
• Analyze data, interpret directions, procedures and regulations, and develop appropriate responses.
  
• Perform job duties under stressful conditions.
  
• Respond appropriately to situations.
  
• Maintain confidential information in accordance with legal standards and/or County regulations.
  
• Lift and move with help objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
  
• Provide outstanding customer service.
  
• Frequent sitting or standing for extended periods.
  
• Occasional walking for extended periods over uneven terrain.
  
• Occasional climbing stairs or ladders.
  
• Driving, pushing/pulling and bending/squatting.
  
• Constant use of overall visual capabilities.
  
• Frequent use of color perception, hand/eye coordination, reading and/or close up work; occasional use of depth perception and peripheral vision.
  
• Normal dexterity with constant holding, frequent grasping, reaching, repetitive motion and occasional use of hand and shop tools and equipment.
  
• Constant hearing normal speech, hearing/talking on the telephone and in person.
  
• Occasional exposure to physical and chemical agents.
  
• Occasional overtime, weekend, and holiday assignments
  
Frequent exposure to outdoor conditions and indoor industrial conditions including heat/cold, dust, chemical residues, allergens, odors, and poor ventilation.

• Regular attendance is an essential function.

• Janitorial supplies and cleaning methods.
  
• Proper use of janitorial equipment.
  
• Proper use of materials and procedures used for cleaning purposes.
  
• Safe work practices.
  
• Principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.

• Clean and care for an assigned area and equipment.
  
• Follow oral and written instructions.
  
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others.
  
• Read and write at the level required for successful job performance.
  
• Work on own initiative without close supervision.

HOLIDAYS & LEAVES
VACATION

10 days the first 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 160 hours), 15 days in the second 5 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 240 hours), and 20 days after 10 years of continuous employment (limited to a maximum of 320 hours).

SICK LEAVE

0.0625 hours sick leave for each paid regularly scheduled work hour. 16 days (130 hours per year) with unlimited accumulation. Optional annual buy back of a portion of accumulated sick leave hours upon meeting certain criteria.

HOLIDAYS

Twelve paid holidays annually plus two optional holidays.

BEREAVEMENT LEAVE

Five (5) regularly scheduled workdays.

INSURANCE
HEALTH INSURANCE
Medical Insurance - Merced County offers multiple Medical Plans and contributes towards employee and dependent premiums. Medical plan availability varies based on bargaining units.

• Anthem 500 EPO
• Anthem 1500 EPO
• Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) with Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Anthem HDHP (High Deductible Medical Plan) without Health Savings Account (HSA)

• County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)

• County pays 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for dependent(s)

• Represented Employees $10,000