Custodian

Custodian

The purpose of this class within the organization is to perform custodial duties at an assigned facility within the City of Charleston. This class works under close supervision according to set procedures.

Work Hours : This position will be expected to work a designated schedule established by the Department Head. It is also expected this position will work other and / or additional hours including nights, weekends, and / or holidays as necessary or requested in order to accomplish departmental goals.

Duties and Responsibilities : The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the class as necessary.

Essential Functions : Strives to be efficient and effective at balancing and meeting the common needs and reasonable expectations of core constituents. Contributes towards the department's mission by continuously striving to meet expectations, strategic goals, and objectives. Performs custodial tasks including but not limited to the following : empties trash, cleans bathrooms, vacuums, sweeps, and mops floors, dusts surfaces, strips, waxes, and buffs floors, cleans glass doors and windows, opens and closes facilities. Loads and stocks the custodian cart; fills mop bucket; stocks paper towels, toilet paper, and other supplies in facilities. Cleans stairwells, lobbies, and elevators. Moves furniture; empties shredder; moves files. Gathers trash and debris on the grounds; empties outside garbage cans; sweeps sidewalks and outside areas. Performs light security work while on duty. Delivers or retrieves mail.

Additional Duties : Assists with small repairs.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements : Requires six months of custodial experience or closely related experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses : Driver's License

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : In order to provide efficient and effective services, the City seeks team members who possess the following core competencies that are aligned with the City's vision : Accountability - takes responsibility for own actions; Adaptability - responds positively to change; Communications - listens, speaks, and / or writes in a clear, concise, and respectful manner; Initiative - takes proactive action to complete work or resolve issues; Judgment & Decision Making - evaluates issues and makes sound factual decisions; Customer Service - provides courteous, accessible, and quality assistance to internal and external customers; Professional Development - seeks opportunities to enhance technical skills and job knowledge; Teamwork and Cooperation - collaborates with other team members to fulfill the City's vision and achieve departmental goals and strategic objectives.

Salary & Benefits : The City offers an excellent compensation and benefits package including a competitive salary and access to a full range of fringe benefits including health, vision, dental, disability and life insurance; the PERS (State) Retirement program; 457 deferred compensation plan and a generous paid leave (vacation and sick leave) plan.

EEO : The City of Charleston provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all current employees and new applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, pregnancy or maternity, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable national, federal, state, or local law.