Assistant Lead Custodian

Frederick County Government, Maryland; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Frederick County Government is seeking an Assistant Lead Custodian to oversee custodial services, ensuring cleanliness and safety in facilities. This full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance and retirement plans. Join a team committed to community service and excellence.

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Insurance

Paid Vacation Leave

Sick Leave with Unlimited Carryover

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of custodial/janitorial work experience.
• Possession of a valid automobile operator's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist in assigning and coordinating custodial work.
• Inspect completed custodial work for compliance.
• Perform floor care tasks and maintain cleaning standards.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school graduation or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft 365

Job description

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Salary: $19.61 - $31.38 Hourly

Location : Parks & Recreation Division - Frederick, MD

Job Type: Full-time Regular

Job Number: FY25-00628

Department: Custodial Services

Opening Date: 04/29/2025

Closing Date: 5/12/2025 4:00 PM Eastern

JOB INFORMATION

The Office of Custodial Services under the Department of Facility Services within the Frederick County Division of Parks & Recreation is committed to providing the highest level of facility management in an effort to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for all stakeholders who live, work, and conduct business in our Frederick County Government Facilities (Park and NON-Park Sites). Our In-House Custodial staff are required to go through extensive personal background check in order to be approved to work in our high-security facilities.

Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time; 40 hours per week; Monday - Friday; 4:00 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.: full benefits

NOTE: Employees who work between the hours of 4:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m. may be eligible for an additional shift differential pay. Details regarding eligibility for shift differential pay will be shared at the time of interview.

This position will assist in planning, coordinating and overseeing custodial services and will be performing comprehensive custodial duties in assigned County facilities. While performing this work, the Assistant Lead Custodian must take all appropriate precautionary measures to ensure the safety of employees and visitors in the assigned buildings. Supervision is given to Custodians; supervision is received from the Lead Custodian, or an assigned designee.

NOTE: The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate.

Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

Total Compensation Package

Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full-time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Vesting after 5 years of service
• Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Other employee-paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
• Coming in 2025: Employee Health Center with no or low cost primary and urgent care
  

For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage

Essential Duties And Job Responsibilities

• Assist in assigning and coordinating custodial work for assigned County facilities
• Inspect completed and in-progress custodial work to assure compliance with safety and cleanliness standards
• Assist in training of Custodians; assign and follow-up on work performed; prepare and review staff performance evaluations; prepare work plans
• Assist in performing minor repair(s) and maintenance of custodial equipment; ensure more complex equipment breakdowns are referred for repair or replacement
• Assist in ensuring that each assigned facility is secure (inside and outside) prior to departing from duty
• As needed, operate a large van to transport supplies and equipment between County facilities
• Report damage and potential safety hazards to the Lead Custodian, Custodian Services Supervisor (or designee) and to the Building Manager
• Perform floor care tasks in accordance with established techniques and procedures
• Assist in maintaining an ongoing Detail Cleaning program
• Wash walls, windows, stairways and woodwork (which may require working from a ladder)
• Clean, disinfect, and deodorize restrooms; restock restroom supplies
• Dust and polish furniture and equipment
• Move and arrange furniture and equipment
• Empty wastebaskets and remove trash
• Empty containers for paper and other materials set aside for the County recycling program, bring recyclables to the designated collection area and place in appropriate storage containers
• Perform other related duties as required
  
  

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications And Requirements

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• High school graduation or the equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of custodial/janitorial work experience
• Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
• Current certifications in First Aid, CPR and AED, or ability to become so certified within 6 months after hire
  
  

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES:

• Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
• Ability to complete Blood Borne Pathogens training and other related training when scheduled
• Knowledge of proper types of custodial equipment, cleaning agents, disinfecting chemicals and protective gear to use in all types of cleaning work, with the ability to use them safely and to train others to do so as well
• Ability to effectively operate a high-speed buffer, standard buffer, vacuum cleaner, carpet extractor and other related equipment, with the ability to effectively instruct others in doing so
• Effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including the ability to give clear direction and instruction, and the ability to accurately prepare forms, reports and other written work
• Computer skills sufficient to effectively access and utilize word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail and other applications
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public
  
  

PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:

• Intermediate skills in Microsoft 365
• Work experience performing inventory duties
• Work experience performing floor stripping, carpet extractions, polishing/burnishing floors, etc.
  
  

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions

• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive motions; frequently walk, climb/ascend/descend, stoop/kneel/crouch, crawl, lift over 50 pounds, push and pull up to 40 pounds and reach; rarely sit and drive
• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly works indoors, work in a dusty environment, work near chemicals or fumes, has potential exposure to infectious diseases and is required to wear protective equipment; frequently works in dirty environments; occasionally works outdoors, and rarely works in hot temperatures above 100 degrees, cold temperatures below 32 degrees and in a noisy environment
  
  

Additional Information / Examination Process

• Ability to provide own transportation when needed
• Available for occasional weekend and holiday hours, as needed
• Available to provide own transportation to various Frederick County buildings
• Available for a minimum of three mandatory Parks and Recreation events, and available for occasional weekend work or irregular hours as needed
• Required certifications must be maintained during tenure of employment
  
  

EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include):

• An evaluation of training and experience
• One or more interviews
• A pre-employment background investigation conducted by the Frederick County Sheriff's Office
• A pre-employment physical examination
  
  

Retirement Plan

A defined benefit retirement plan is provided for all regular County employees. Employees are automatically enrolled in either the Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting) or the Non-Uniformed Plan (5 year vesting, effective 07/01/2024) depending upon position classification. The majority of support for the plan is provided by the County; however, employees are required to make a mandatory pre-tax contribution towards their benefit. Retirement benefits are payable at normal, early or delayed retirement. Retirement benefits are also payable upon termination and in the event of death or disability.

Health Insurance

County employees have a choice of two medical insurance plans, an In-Network (HMO) Plan or a High Deductible medical plan with a Health Care Savings Account, to provide coverage for medical and surgical expenses, hospital and emergency care expenses, mental health expenses and prescription drugs. The County and participants share in the cost of the health insurance with the employee having the benefit of pre tax contribution deductions. Medical insurance goes into effect on the first day of active employment.

Dental Insurance

Employees may select coverage from one of three dental plan options, ranging from a PPO plan to a dental HMO plan. Coverage includes preventive care, fillings, crowns, bridges and dentures, and the cost of dental insurance is shared by both the County and the employee. Dental insurance goes into effect on the first day of the month that follows the eligible employee's completion of 30 days of active employment

NOTE: Employees working 75% or greater of a 35 or 40 hour position are eligible for health & dental insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

The Flex Spending plan allows employees to pay health and day care expenses with pre-tax dollars. Employees may set aside part of their salary in a special account that can be used throughout the year to reimburse themselves for out-of-pocket medical expenses. The maximum contribution is $2,700 per year for Health Care Spending and $5,000 for Dependent Care Spending (work-related day care expenses). Examples of expenses that can be reimbursed for Health Care Spending include, but are not limited to: deductibles, co-payments, dental fees, chiropractors' services, and eyeglasses / contact lenses.

Life Insurance

Employees are insured for 2 times their annual salary in case of death plus 2 times their annual salary for accidental death. Employees do not contribute to the premiums for this coverage. A Voluntary Life Insurance Program is offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, spouses and dependents.

Savings Plan - Deferred Compensation

The County offers a Section 457 Plan. Deferred compensation plans allow participants to save for retirement in either a pre tax or post tax (Roth) investment account. Contributions are invested at the employee's direction into one or more of the variety of investment options offered by the plan. Changes may be made to the contribution levels, investment options, etc. at any time.

Educational Reimbursement Program

County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may take up to two job-related courses per semester at any accredited educational institution. The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses. If the employee receives a grade of at least a C, or successfully passes a non-credit course, the County reimburses the employee 75% of the costs of tuition, fees and books. If an employee doesn't remain employed with Frederick County Government for two years after a class is taken, the benefit needs to be reimbursed to FCG.

Employee Assistance Program

This confidential assessment, referral and counseling service is available at no cost to all employees who may need help with a personal or job-related problem.

Leave

Annual Leave - Employees are eligible to use Annual Leave after their 6 month probationary period. Annual Leave accrues as follows: Years of service days per year

0 - 2 years 11 days

2 - 10 years 17 days

10 + years 24 days

Sick Leave - Employees will earn sick leave at a rate of 15 days per calendar year.

Sick Leave may also be used for illness of an employee's child, dependent, spouse, parent or parent-in-law. There is no limit on the amount of sick leave accumulated. Unused Sick Leave may be used for additional credit in the pension plan at the time of retirement.

NOTE: Regular benefited part-time employees earn annual and sick leave on a pro-rated basis based on their actual number of hours worked biweekly up to their assigned number of regularly scheduled work hours.

Other available types of leave include, but are not limited to, Family Medical Leave, Bereavement, Jury, Military.

Holidays

The County observes 10 holidays every year and 11 are observed on years of General Elections.

For additional information on Frederick County Governments benefit package, please visit the Division of Human Resources website at

All hires before January 1, 2012, will follow the all benefit and leave rules as described in the Personnel Rules amended October 3, 2013.

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Your application, which includes any associated supplemental questions, must be complete at the time of submission and must clearly articulate the required work experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. The experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History section of this application. Your application may be considered incomplete if vague descriptions of experience are included or if you cite experience in your supplemental question response that is not included on the Work History section of this application. When considering work history, 1 year of employment = 2,080 hours. If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience based on the information submitted, or if you state "see resume" as your response, your application may not be considered further.

• I have read and acknowledge the above instructions.
  
  

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Do you have possession of a valid automobile operator's license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Have you earned a high school diploma or the equivalency?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Which describes your level of proficiency with Microsoft 365?

• Beginner
• Intermediate
• Advanced
  
  

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Do you have at least 1 year of custodial/janitorial work experience?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed.NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the requirement.

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Do you have work experience performing inventory duties?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed. NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the preference credit.

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Do you have work experience performing floor stripping, carpet extractions, polishing/burnishing floors, etc.?

• Yes
• No
  
  

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Please provide details regarding that work history in the text area below. The work history details provided should include the employer or organization name, dates of employment/service and the duties you performed. NOTE: If Human Resources staff is unable to confirm your related work experience, based on the information submitted, you will not be granted the preference credit.

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Job Industries

• Other

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Government Administration

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