Custodian Leader

The Custodial Leader within the Public Works Facilities Maintenance Division performs routine work in the cleaning, disinfecting, and upkeep of City-owned building and facilities, serving in a lead capacity. Work is performed under the general direction and supervision of the Custodial Supervisor.

The anticipated work schedule for this position is Monday - Friday from 12 PM - 8:30 PM (subject to change based on operational needs).

The preferred hiring range for this position is between $19.12 - $23.50 an hour ($39,769.60 - $48,880 Annually). T his position is part of the Labor and Trades bargaining unit, as defined by the Citys Collective Bargaining Ordinance (Ordinance No. 22-128). This is a full-time, non-exempt, position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays, paid vacation and sick leave, health insurance options with employer contribution, employer-paid life insurance, City's retirement options, gym membership reimbursement, and continuing education/training opportunities.

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Essential Responsibilities and Duties

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The City retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.

• Provides daily direction/guidance to Custodians, ensuring work is performed in a safe manner.
• Responds to requests for services of city staff and ensures the completion of tasks.
• Inspects building for safety and cleanliness, referring deficiencies to the appropriate personnel.
• Assists the Custodial Supervisor in providing technical advice, assistance, training, and instruction to custodians; may provide input on interviews and hiring in accordance with established personnel policy and procedures.
• Assists in evaluation of any contracted custodial staff.
• Performs routine general cleaning duties include sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, spot cleaning carpets, cleaning restrooms, cleaning glass and mirrors, cleaning walls, vents and baseboards and disinfecting areas.
• Checks supply levels and restocks supplies including soap, towels, trash bags etc. and ensures all materials are available.
• Empties and/or bags trash from cans and receptacles and disposes of trash in an appropriate manner.
• Removes and disposes of recycling paper.
• Performs minor maintenance tasks such as replacing light bulbs, toilet and sink drain problems, ensuring easy access to public areas, etc.
• Ensures the security of building by locking/unlocking doors. Reports any concerns to the proper individuals.
• Ensures workplace safety and environment practices including reporting needs and concerns to appropriate staff including submitting or recommending work orders.
• Responds to the needs of staff, visitors, and customers by assistance in clean-up of spills, restroom problems, accidents and potential safety hazards.
• Follows safety instructions and attends appropriate safety training, including appropriate spill clean-up methods, procedures, and using proper materials.
• Provides customer service including answering general questions, providing directions and information to vendors and facility users.
• Ensures proper care in the use and upkeep of custodial equipment assigned. Reports needs to proper individual.
• Provides seasonal deep cleaning including floor and carpet cleaning, window washing, and others as needed.
• May maintain building perimeter by sweeping walkways, picking up litter and debris and/or basic snow removal as needed.
• Maintains a clean and safe work area.
• Operates a city vehicle in the performance of job duties.
• Responsible for the appropriate use and maintenance of City equipment, tools and other resources, including work time.
• Regular and reliable attendance.
• Subject to being called back to work to the City in emergencies or as needed to provide necessary services to the public. Must have the ability to be contacted and respond based on Departmental guidelines.

Other Duties:

• Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.

Education, Experience and Skills

Education and Experience: Candidates may qualify by demonstrating the required knowledge and skills outlined for the job through experience(s) other than formal education.

• High school diploma or GED AND two (2) years of experience in the cleaning and sanitation of buildings or commercial facilities.

OR

• Four (4) years of experience in the cleaning and sanitation of buildings or commercial facilities.

OR

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above.

Certifications/Licenses/Other Requirements

• Required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check, pre-employment physical, and a pre-employment drug screen.
• Must obtain and maintain a valid Virginia Drivers license and acceptable driving record according to city criteria.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics
Job Knowledge

• Intermediate knowledge to perform most work in normal situations. Comprehension of standard situations including knowledge of cleaning procedures, techniques, and proper use of supplies.
• Thorough knowledge of cleaning equipment and basic upkeep.
• Thorough knowledge of the handling of specialized cleaning chemicals.
• Thorough knowledge of the potential risks of exposure to fluids, chemicals, and appropriate knowledge (and use of) personal protective equipment.

Reading

• Basic: understands the meaning of commonly used multi-syllable words and simple paragraphs. Comprehends simple written instructions, procedures, labels, signs, and notices.

Writing

• Basic: writes work orders, reports regarding custodial maintenance, simple letters, paragraphs and sentences containing subject, verb, and object, and/or series of numbers, names, and addresses.

Math

• Basic: Performs the four basic arithmetic operations of addition, subtraction, multiplication, division to measure cleaning liquids, count supplies etc.

Communication Skills

• Routine: regular and routine interaction involving providing or exchanging basic information with employees, supervisors, and the public. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with co-workers.

Independence and Decision-Making

• Requires General Direction: normally performs the job by following general instructions or established standard operating procedures and/or policies. There is some discretion when making decisions among a few easily identifiable choices of the appropriate procedure or policy to apply to duties. Performance is reviewed frequently.

Technical Skills

• Basic: uses standard technical skills appropriate to the assigned and apparent job responsibilities. Utilizes Microsoft applications and/or related departmental software programs to complete job duties to include adhering to checklists and following detailed instructions for task completion.

Fiscal Responsibilities

• No fiscal responsibilities.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Lead Worker: Performs essentially the same work as those directed. Includes oversight of work quality, training, and/or instruction.

Other Characteristics

• Takes responsibility for finding answers to questions and responding appropriately.
• Performs multiple tasks simultaneously.
• May perform work with interruptions and requests for service.
• May require a non-traditional work schedule, which may include nights, weekends, and/or holidays.
• May be required to work additional hours outside of normal schedule.
• May require dealing with angry, frustrated and/or upset individuals.

Physical Conditions & Additional Information

Physical Demands

• Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 25 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
• Work requires move about various offices/facilities, climbing (ascending/descending steps and or ladders), lifting, balancing, bending, stooping, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling, twisting, and grasping.
• Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information involving position duties.
• Ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).

Machines, Tools, Equipment, Software and Hardware

• Expected to use appropriate protective equipment for the assigned task and any other equipment as apparent or assigned.
• General cleaning equipment such as vacuum cleaners, carpet cleaning equipment, etc.

Work Environment

• Work is typically performed indoors which may involve exposure to chemicals/hazardous waste, blood-borne pathogens, and inadequate lighting.
• The work is subject to both inside and outside environmental and atmospheric conditions, may be exposed to extreme temperatures and uneven terrain.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• The position works:
  • Near moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, etc.
  • In and around dust, odors, fumes and/or airborne particles.
  • In and around toxic chemicals.
  • In and around confined spaces.