CUSTODIAL WORKER 2-MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS WAIVED

State of Nevada (NV); Reno (NV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Nevada is seeking Custodial Workers to perform general cleaning across State facilities, ensuring a safe, hygienic environment. Responsibilities include dusting, mopping, restocking supplies, and assisting with event setups under supervision. Opportunities may include lead worker duties and routine safety compliance.

The role emphasizes strong communication, inventory tracking, and reliable execution of scheduled cleaning tasks to maintain building integrity and safety.

Qualifications

• Experience with custodial cleaning tasks and safety procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to perform lead worker duties such as assigning and reviewing work.

Responsibilities

• Clean and sanitize restrooms, locker rooms, and other facilities.
• Vacuum, sweep, and mop floors.
• Dust and wipe down surfaces.
• Report maintenance or safety issues to supervisor.
• Set up rooms for events or special projects.
• Move and transport furniture as needed.
• Maintain logs of work completed and inventory used.

Skills

Communication

Lead worker duties

Inventory management

Mathematical calculations

Safety procedures

Maintenance/repair basics

Tools

Buffers

Vacuum cleaners

Electric strippers

Power washers

Burnishers

Job description

Custodial Workers perform general cleaning services to State facilities using various cleaning equipment and materials to provide a safe, hygienic and orderly work environment for all users.

The Custodial Worker 2 position with the Office of the Military is a professional who performs tasks that keep the building and the surrounding grounds in good shape to ensure everything runs smoothly, from dusting to ensuring paper supplies are stocked in restrooms. Custodial workers are also responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and safety of buildings and facilities. They work under the supervision of a custodial supervisor and follow established procedures and safety guidelines.

Priorities for a custodial workers include, but are not limited to the following:

• clean and sanitize restrooms, locker rooms, and other facilities
• vacuum, sweep, and mop floors
• dust and wipe down surfaces
• empty trash and recycling bins
• refill restroom and cleaning supplies
• report any maintenance or safety issues to supervisor
• perform routine cleaning tasks on a regular schedule
• assist with setting up for events or special projects

Under general supervision, incumbents, in addition to performing the full range of duties described in the series concept, perform minor repairs to leaking faucets, plugged drains or faulty toilets; repair and service custodial equipment such as buffers and vacuum cleaners; perform touch-up to existing paint; may remove snow from walkways, driveways or parking lots; and ensure security systems are functioning properly and report security deficiencies. Incumbents may be designated as lead persons or night shift supervisors for the purposes of work assignment; train and review completed tasks performed by subordinate custodial workers; and keep an inventory of equipment and supplies needed. This is the lead-worker class in the series.

Clean and/or sanitize offices, restrooms, showers, bathtubs, laundry rooms, classrooms and other facilities or assigned areas according to prescribed schedules, methods and procedures.

Dust, mop and apply finish to various types of floors; vacuum and shampoo various types of carpets; wash windows, doors, mirrors, walls, woodwork and fixtures; clean and sanitize restrooms; polish furniture; clean stairwells and elevators; and empty waste receptacles.

Operate various types of powered equipment such as electric strippers, buffers, burnishers, power washers and vacuums; utilize a wide range of cleaning agents and materials; and observe appropriate safety precautions in the handling and application of products and materials; and attend in-service and training sessions as required.

Provide security to State buildings by ensuring that windows, doors and/or access ways are properly secured when and where appropriate; lock doors, windows and gates; arm security systems; and report security deficiencies.

Replace light bulbs, fluorescent tubes, vacuum belts and bags; report broken and malfunctioning equipment to supervisor and request cleaning supplies as needed.

Move and help transport furniture to different locations; set up rooms in a timely manner for meetings and special events.

Maintain required logs of work completed, inventory and supplies used; complete required forms and prepare routine reports as needed.

Perform related duties as required.

This class specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.

Working knowledge of:

• materials and equipment used in custodial functions
• safe and proper methods of using/mixing cleaning chemicals

Ability to:

• communicate effectively orally and in writing
• perform minor maintenance and emergency repairs to leaking faucets, plugged drains or malfunctioning toilets
• perform lead worker duties such as assigning and reviewing work and training new employees
• maintain supply inventory records
• make mathematical calculations

Skill in:

• repairing leaking faucets, plugged drains or faulty toilets