Building Custodian II 2nd Shift (Part-Time)

Town of Simsbury; Simsbury (CT); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

The Town of Simsbury seeks a part-time Custodian to support cleaning and light maintenance of Town buildings and adjacent grounds. The role follows a schedule on Saturdays and/or Sundays from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm, with responsibilities including routine cleaning, housekeeping, and basic repairs to keep facilities safe and presentable.

Responsibilities include assisting visitors, setting up rooms for meetings, and supporting additional duties across town facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or trade school completion.
• Ability to perform heavy cleaning and lift over 80 pounds.
• Availability for weekend shifts and extended hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Clean rooms, hallways, restrooms, and related areas according to schedule.
• Perform minor carpentry, plumbing, painting and electrical tasks as needed.
• Assist visitors and set up rooms for meetings.
• Support Police Department cleaning tasks during daytime shifts.
• Operate basic tools and equipment for maintenance tasks.

Skills

Cleaning operations

Maintenance basics

Manual dexterity

Education

High school diploma or trade school

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Summary

Under the general supervision and direction of the Facilities Supervisor, performs general cleaning and minor maintenance repair work in the care and upkeep of Town buildings, adjacent grounds, and equipment.

This position is scheduled for Saturdays and/or Sundays from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Please indicate whether you are available to work both days or only one day (Saturday or Sunday).

Position Description And Job Functions

• Receives oral or written instructions from Supervisor, or follows a maintenance schedule.
• Cleans rooms, hallways, lobbies, lounges, restrooms, and other work areas.
• Using appropriate equipment, sweeps, strips, and waxes floors.
• Using appropriate equipment, cleans rugs, carpets, draperies, and Venetian blinds.
• Washes walls, windows, door panels, and sills.
• Removes trash.
• Replenishes bathroom supplies.
• Performs minor carpentry, plumbing, painting and electrical work.
• Moves furniture.
• Waters lawns and shrubbery adjacent to building.
• Shovels snow and sweeps dirt from entrances and walks adjacent to building.
• Operates snow blower to clear walks or parking lot of snow.
• Lubricates motor and changes filters on heating and cooling equipment.
• Uses hand tools and small power equipment.
• Provides assistance to visitors as needed.
• Follows all standard safety procedures and regulations.
• Reports tasks accomplished to Supervisor.

Additional Duties

• Plants and cares for flowers, shrubbery, and trees on Town property.
• Sets up rooms for meetings.
• Assists public using Town facilities by moving equipment, furniture, or materials.
• Completes daily cleaning tasks in Police Department during work day.
• Acts as Painter’s helper, and fills in for other custodians on sick leave or vacation.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of materials, methods and devices used in cleaning operations.
• Knowledge of practices, tools and materials of mechanical and building trades.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to quickly learn assigned semi-skilled tasks on the job.
• Ability to recognize and locate conditions which require repair and maintenance work.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to be available for call outs.
• Ability to work effectively with staff, superiors, and the general public.

Conditions And Qualifications

REQUIRED PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFORT AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Ability to perform heavy cleaning, moving, shoveling, lifting over 80 pounds.
• Ability to climb ladders, scaffolds, etc., up to 60 feet above ground.
• Ability to work in confined or close quarters including pipes, tunnels, and attics for extended periods.
• Ability to operate equipment requiring eye and hand coordination and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to work in poor weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain or snow.
• Sufficient stamina and good health to perform strenuous physical labor.
• Ability to move throughout Town Hall and other Town buildings and sites.
• Ability to get into and out of and automobile.
• Ability to work evenings and / or weekends.
• Ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or trade school.

LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE

Valid motor vehicle operator’s license.

Note

This description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.

EEOC Statement

It is the policy of the Town of Simsbury to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, the Town of Simsbury will provide reasonable accommodations, that do not present an undue hardship, for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Most Town benefits are only available to Full-Time employees. Please consult the AFSCME: Public Works/Parks Collective Bargaining Agreement for additional details on the terms of the benefits for this position.

Which days are you available to work for this position (Saturday, Sunday, or both), given the scheduled hours of 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm?

• Saturday Only
• Sunday Only
• Both Saturday and Sunday
• Required Question