JOB
The Custodian is responsible for cleaning the building interiors of Smith County to provide a safe, clean and sanitary environment for staff and the public
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Clean, dust, wipe furniture; sweep, mop or vacuum floors; empty/clean wastebaskets and trash containers; empty and clean cigarette receptacles.
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Uses and maintains auto scrubbers, extractors, high speed power washers, buffers, vacuums, brooms, mops and squeegees while cleaning and providing general maintenance of floors, walls, carpets, furniture, etc.
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Wash accessible interior/exterior windows and clean blinds.
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Cleans stairways and elevators using a variety of heavy equipment.
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Cleans upper walls using high-reach poles.
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Cleans and disinfects restrooms.
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Request supplies in a timely manner to maintain supply rooms and replace paper goods and other disposable supplies.
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Remove garbage from assigned areas and place it in a dumpster.
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Performs other duties as assigned.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Education and Experience
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High School diploma or G.E.D. preferred.
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Previous custodial experience is preferred.
Physical Demands and Work Environment
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The Custodian must be able to climb stairs, push, pull, reach and lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
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Very good physical condition and strength are required.
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The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.
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Hand strength and dexterity are required to handle and feel objects, grasp tools, operate controls and climb ladders.
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Must be able to verbally communicate with others and hear to receive instructions.
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Have essential and metal capabilities in the following: Interpersonal skills, memory, attention to detail, follow directions, comprehension, calculating, reading, writing, speaking, evaluating, simple mathematics, organizing and innovation.
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Occasionally required to sit.
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Must be able to frequently squat, stoop or kneel.
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Ability to bend or twist at the neck.
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Ability to regularly clean up blood, saliva and other bodily fluids that are unpleasant to deal with.
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Must be able to perform work in dusty environments.
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Must be able to perform work while wearing a protective mask.
