Lead Custodian

Classification SummaryThe Lead Custodian performs a variety of custodial duties and cleaning tasks, including floor care, as well as minor grounds and general maintenance duties for various City owned property and buildings.  Work is performed under the general supervision of the Building Maintenance Superintendent. Three (3) years of experience working in the custodial, janitorial, or similar industry is required. The principal duties of this class are performed in a public building environment and include use of powered cleaning equipment and exposure to chemical cleaning agents. Snow removal duties may include exposure to inclement weather conditions.Essential Duties and Responsibilities (illustrative only and may vary by assignment)

• Provides oversight of custodial employees by assigning and overseeing job duties;
• Provide training for new employees on equipment used by Custodians;
• Operates and maintains a variety of floor cleaning equipment ensuring they are in optimal working condition;
• Coordinates with colleagues to schedule and prioritize floor cleaning activities to minimize disruptions to City operations;
• Addresses spills, stains, graffiti, and other cleanliness concerns promptly and efficiently;
• Provides regular reports on floor cleaning activities, highlighting achievements and areas for improvement;
• Performs routine Custodian duties in their absence;
• Performs all Custodian work duties including, but not limited to, vacuuming; mopping; cleaning restrooms; cleaning windows and walls, counters, and tables; waxing and buffing floors; and painting; 
• Removes snow and spreads deicer or sand to prevent slipping or falling from building entrances and sidewalks; Strips, waxes, shampoos, and buffs floors on a regular maintenance schedule;
• Inventories supply levels in restrooms, including toilet paper, paper towels, and soap;
• Cleans and maintains custodial equipment;
• Maintains inventory of cleaning supplies; 
• Performs minor routine building maintenance and room set up for meetings;
• Assists with general ground maintenance and cleaning, and safety for public use of City buildings;
• Moves furniture and supplies, assembles office furniture, as requested or needed up to 70 lbs;
• Mixes cleaning solutions and agents, directions and all safety precautions;
• Responds to management’s, supervisor’s, co-workers’ and citizens’ questions and comments in a courteous, thorough and timely manner;
• Performs time management and scheduling functions, meets deadlines, and sets project priorities;
• Maintains strict confidentiality of all matters;
• Assists other department and City employees as needed or requested;
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and safety practices.

Secondary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Sets up and breaks down tables and chairs for public meetings;
• Performs other related Lead duties as assigned. 

Classification Requirements:
The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for an individual to satisfactorily perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be successful in the position. 
Knowledge of:

• Use and maintenance of industrial cleaning equipment and appliances;
• Attention to detail and conscientiousness;
• Applicable building codes and safety regulations;
• Modern cleaning methods including basic methods of cleaning and preserving floors, carpets, furniture, walls and fixtures;
• Methods, materials, tools, and standard practices of cleaning and maintaining public buildings in a safe, clean and orderly condition;
• Preparation, use, and disposal of chemical cleaning agents;
• Appropriate use of cleaning agent for varied surface types;
• Safety procedures when cleaning and moving furniture;
• Use of basic hand tools;
• Public sector, government, or related environment and operations, including general municipal management terminology, codes, acts, and regulations.

Acceptable Experience and Training:

• High school diploma or GED;
• Valid driver’s license;
• Three (3) years of experience working in the custodial, janitorial, or similar industry is required;
• Knowledge of the operation of various floor cleaning equipment preferred; or
• An equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the position may be considered. 

Physical Demands & Work Environment:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this classification.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of a job, on a case-by-case basis.  
While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, climb and work on a ladder, use hands to manipulate and make adjustments to tools used in performing the essential functions of the classification, reach with hands and arms, and move through unfamiliar buildings.   The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 70 pounds and, infrequently, carry up to 70 pounds for a distance of up to 150 yards. Specific vision abilities required by this classification include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing abilities required by this classification includes those which permit the employee to discern verbal instructions and communicate effectively in person and by telephone and to discern safety warnings such as alarms and emergency warning sounds. While performing the duties of this classification, the employee works in a public building setting where the noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and that includes exposure to chemicals and occasional inclement weather.