City of Reno, NV is hiring: Custodian in Reno

Custodian

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Class Title

Custodian

Class Code

3711

Salary

$37,897.60 - $55,432.00 Annually

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Classification Description Summary

Under the direction cleans and maintains a wide variety of City of Reno buildings and facilities; performs a variety of custodial tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

Essential Functions

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practice.

Clean and maintain City buildings and other facilities as assigned; adhere to safe work practices and procedures.

Sweep, mop, and refinish floors as required. Keep carpeted areas (including corridors, pathways, elevators and lobbies) vacuumed including mats and spot clean all floor areas as needed. Monitor and report floors in need of repairs or additional services.

Wash and spot clean interior and exterior windows, door glass, exterior glass on display cases and partitions, and window shades; vertical or horizontal blinds shall be dusted and cleaned.

Arrange furniture according to floor plan; rearrange furniture as required by special events. Upholstered surfaces shall be vacuumed, and spot cleaned; Chairs and cushions in conference rooms, lobbies and waiting rooms shall be vacuumed and/or washed.

Collect and empty ash trays, ash cans, trash cans and waste baskets; remove all trash from offices and public areas. Remove all items marked trash, or empty boxes left in the hallways.

All restroom fixtures shall be completely cleaned and sanitized including walls, stall dividers, towel dispenser, soap dispensers, toilet paper holders, seat cover dispensers, and sanitary napkin dispensers. All items will be refilled, and serviced. Mirrors cleaned and floor drains treated. Report any leaks or dispensers needing repair, replace low batteries in dispensers as needed.

All high areas including walls, wall hangings, picture frames and wall dcor/ornaments shall be vacuumed, brushed, or dusted; cove base, wall molding, doors and door jambs shall be dusted, and cleaned; HVAC vents shall be kept clean and free of dust, webs, and build up; replace burned out light bulbs. Walls shall be kept clean from cobwebs, and hand prints.

During inclement weather, remove snow as assigned from walkways and entrance areas; spread ice melting compounds as necessary.

Prepare and paint various recreational facilities as assigned. Properly remove graffiti.

Remove any trash and debris in the stairwells, pan and broom as necessary. Clean handrails and perform complete sweep, mop or vacuum of steps/landings in stairwells

Exterior of the building; perform complete sweep of entrance and entryway, remove all trash and debris, handrails, and any webbing that collects on exterior light fixtures.

Public areas kept presentable & clean at all times; Miscellaneous emergency items (ie: spills, excessive trash, restroom issues, etc.); Restrooms & break areas monitored for cleanliness, functionality and paper products.

Transport and move supplies or materials between facilities and buildings.

Maintain Safety Data Sheets (SDS) on site for all chemicals and items being utilized.

Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.

Perform related duties responsibilities as required.

Minimum Qualifications

The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.

Knowledge of:

Basic custodial practices.

Working knowledge of proper cleaning/maintenance standards.

Safe use of cleaning chemicals and agents.

Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.

Ability to:

Perform all types of custodial and routine building maintenance tasks.

Operate a variety of custodial equipment in a safe and effective manner.

Work independently in the absence of supervision.

Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience Guidelines - Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education/Training:

Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

Experience:

A minimum of 1 year commercial custodial experience is required.

License or Certification:

Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.

OR

Education/Training:

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Experience:

A minimum of 6 months commercial custodial experience is required.

License or Certification:

Possession of an appropriate, valid driver's license.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The conditions herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

Environment: Indoor and outdoor field environment; travel from site to site; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, solvents, potentially hazardous chemicals, gases, and all types of weather and temperature conditions; work in or around water; work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or wet surfaces.

Physical: Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a field environment; to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time; to frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist, grasp, and make repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties; to lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weight; to operate assigned equipment; and to verbally communicate to exchange information.

Other Requirements

Local 39 Non-Supervisory

G13

Please use this Health and Welfare Benefit Link (http://www.reno.gov/government/departments/human-resources/benefits) to learn more about the City of Reno's great employee benefit plans and wellness programs.

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