Chief Custodian - SRRC

Under general supervision, provides crew leadership and participates in the custodial maintenance of Savannah River Research Campus buildings to ensure a clean and safe environment for staff and visitors. Performs related work as required. Reports to the Savannah River Research Campus Manager.

       Examples of Duties:

• Provides crew leadership in and performs custodial maintenance of Savannah River Research Campus buildings and facilities.  
• Assists in supervising assigned custodians; supervisory duties include instructing; assigning, reviewing work of others; maintaining standards; acting on employee problems; and recommending employee discipline. Reviews the work of subordinates for completeness and accuracy; evaluates and makes recommendations as appropriate; offers training, advice and assistance as needed.
• Maintains inventory of and issues custodians’ uniforms. Picks up and delivers uniforms.
• Orders, picks up and delivers janitorial supplies to Savannah River Research Campus buildings.
• Picks up weekly time sheets and delivers payroll.
• Supervises and participates in various custodial duties, which include but are not limited to cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, stocking restrooms with supplies, cleaning windows and other glass surfaces, dusting furniture and other surfaces, removing trash, sweeping and mopping floors, scrubbing / polishing floors, vacuuming / spot cleaning / shampooing carpets, vacuuming upholstery, etc.
• Trains and works with all custodians.
• Cleans porches, walkways, etc.
• Prepares rooms / facilities for meetings and special events.
• Assists in moving furniture, supplies, etc., as requested.
• Inspects work in progress and completed to ensure compliance with division policies, procedures and standards of cleanliness, quality and safety.  
• Maintains assigned equipment; initiates repair work order as needed.
• Requests necessary tools, materials and supplies.
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• Receives and responds to inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints from Savannah River Research Campus employees and the public.
• Assists with special projects as assigned.
• Receives and reviews schedules, instructions, safety sheets, etc. 
• Prepares and submits daily work records.
• Refers to policy and procedure manuals, equipment manuals, safety sheets, etc.
• Operates a vehicle, telephone, two-way radio, and various pieces of janitorial equipment, including wet/dry vacuum, vacuum cleaner, carpet shampooer, floor buffer, etc.
• Uses custodial supplies and tools, various other hand tools, etc.
• Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, other County employees, subordinates, inmate workers, suppliers / vendors, and the general public.

       Physical Requirements:  

       Tasks involve the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of            climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling and which involves the lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of moderately heavy          objects and materials (up to 50 pounds).

Minimum Level of Job-Related Education:

Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent.

Minimum Amount of Job-Related Experience:

One to two years of experience in facilities maintenance and/or custodial operations, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. 

Minimum Level of any Required Qualifications, Licenses, Certificates, Registrations:

Must possess a valid state driver’s license