Custodian

Converse County Technical Services Department has a full-time employment opportunity for CUSTODIAN! The Custodian performs a wide variety of routine and semi-intensive custodial duties to ensure the clean and safe condition of buildings, contents, and equipment. This is a full-time position, with a starting wage of $36,000 annually ($17.31 hourly rate), and includes a generous benefits package. **JOB SUMMARY**Performs routine and semi-intensive duties to ensure clean and safe condition of buildings, contents, and equipment. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.**ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES**- **ROUTINE DAILY/WEEKLY CUSTODIAL TASKS**: Sweep, mop, polish, and burnish floors in offices and hallways; Dust and polish furniture, blinds, and equipment; Clean restrooms and fill dispensers; Vacuum, spot clean, and maintain rugs, carpets, and furniture using commercial-type vacuum cleaners; Empty trash receptacles; Maintain exterior of buildings and grounds in such a manner so they are free of trash and debris; Report electrical, mechanical, and equipment problems of facilities to the Custodian Foreman; Stock and maintain adequate levels of supplies in the buildings that are serviced; Maintain assigned equipment, tools, and custodial closets in operable, safe, and attractive status.- **BI-ANNUAL/MONTHLY CUSTODIAL TASKS**: Wash interior and exterior glass/windows; Shampoo rugs, carpets, and furniture using commercial-type shampooing equipment; Wash interior walls; Deep clean restrooms.- **SEASONAL CUSTODIAL TASKS**: May be required to shovel and remove snow and ice from designated areas such as sidewalks, entryways, and roofs as required; Perform emergency minor repairs and cleaning as necessary; Maintain indoor green spaces.- **OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH & SAFETY**: Proper posture is required to eliminate acute and chronic low back pain; Wear protective devices such as back supports, eyewear, non-skid pads on shoes, and PPE when cleaning biohazards, as job conditions demand; Read, understand, and observe all precautions, and proper methods of use on all chemicals, equipment, tools and materials; Complete all required training; Knowledge of universal hygiene precautions.