Custodian - Temp

This is a temporary position and is not eligible for employee benefits.

Under general supervision, to perform a variety of general cleaning and janitorial work; to keep assigned areas and County buildings in a clean and orderly condition; and to do related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a working level Custodian classification. Incumbents perform the full range of janitorial duties in cleaning County buildings and facilities.  Work is performed under general guidance and supervision.

REPORTS TO

Building and Grounds Supervisor and Facilities and Grounds Manager. In the absence of the Building and Grounds Supervisor, Custodian is to report to Custodian Lead Worker. 

CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED

None

TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Frequently stand and walk for extended periods; stoop, kneel, and crouch to pick up or move objects, office equipment, and furniture; physical ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 lbs.   without assistance; physical ability to lift and move heavier objects with assistance; normal manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination; corrected vision and hearing to normal range; verbal communication; uses vacuum cleaners, scrubbers, buffers, waxing equipment, groundskeeping equipment, and basic hand tools.

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in building and outdoor environments; work is performed in varying temperatures; some exposure to controlled and hazardous substances such as cleaning solvents and chemicals; limited contact with staff and the public.

(The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)

Performs a variety of cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing floors; cleans and vacuums rugs and carpets; waxes and polishes furniture and woodwork; cleans hallways, lobbies, restrooms, and offices; cleans ceilings, walls, blinds, and light fixtures; empties and cleans waste receptacles; polishes metal work; cleans and disinfects restrooms; replenishes supplies; may wash windows; may move and arrange furniture and equipment; turns out lights and locks doors and windows; replaces light bulbs and tubes; operates scrubbers, buffers, waxers and other equipment and machinery; requisitions supplies as needed; observes and reports needed repairs to buildings and equipment; maintains equipment used during the course of work; may collect and shred paper for recycling; may maintain grounds and landscaped areas.

Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Previous work experience in custodial work is highly desirable.

Possession of an appropriate valid California Driver's License.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to qualify for security clearance through a background investigation and fingerprint check.

All County employees can and will be called upon to act as Disaster Workers when needed.

In the event that an employee changes class, or if requirements are changed after initial appointment, employees may be required to submit to a background investigation.

Knowledge of:  

Cleaning supplies and equipment.

Proper methods used in cleaning work.

Basic hand tools and equipment used in routine building maintenance and grounds

keeping work.

Safe work practices.

Ability to:

Clean and care for an assigned area and equipment.

Follow oral and written instructions.

Read and write at a level required for successful job performance.

Recognize and locate conditions which require maintenance and repair. 

Use and care for tools used in work assignments.

Work on own initiative without close supervision.

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

The contents of this class specifications shall not be construed to constitute an expressed or implied warranty or guarantee, nor shall it constitute a contract of employment. The County of San Benito assumes no responsibility beyond the general accuracy of the document, nor does it assume responsibility for any errors or omissions in the information contained herein. The contents of this specification may be modified or revoked without notice. Terms and conditions of employment are determined through a "meet and confer" process and are subject to the Memorandum of Understanding currently in effect.