Custodial Worker I

Baltimore County; Towson (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baltimore County is seeking a diligent custodian to maintain cleanliness across multiple facilities within the Property Management division. The role includes daily cleaning duties, event setup and breakdown, and use of a range of cleaning tools.

The position requires the ability to operate cleaning equipment, handle cleaning chemicals safely, and adhere to safety procedures while keeping accurate records of time and materials.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of cleaning methods and materials.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment.
• Ability to use chemical cleaning products safely.
• Ability to understand and practice safety procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to keep simple records.

Responsibilities

• Clean floors, walls, furniture, rest rooms and common areas.
• Set up and break down tables for events.
• Operate cleaning equipment and use cleaning products safely.
• Sweep steps and walkways; collect and dispose of trash.
• Maintain simple records of time and materials.
• Request needed supplies and equipment.

Skills

Cleaning equipment operation

Chemical cleaning handling

Safety procedures

Following instructions

Record keeping

Cleaning knowledge

Tools

Brooms

Mops

Vacuum cleaners

Commercial burnishers

Strippers

Carpet cleaners

Job description

Pay Schedule II, Grade H13, Regular Schedule: 40 hours per week

Vacancies exist in Property Management, Office of Budget and Finance.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring within any office or department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

Examples of Duties

• Cleans floors, walls, furniture, rest rooms, corridors, and other building areas and fixtures according to established schedule.
• Set up and break down tables for special events.
• Uses brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners, commercial burnishers, strippers and carpet cleaners.
• Uses a variety of aerosol and liquid chemical cleaning products.
• Sweeps interior and exterior steps and walkways.
• Collects and disposes of trash and recyclable materials.
• Cleans up spills and breakages.
• Picks up trash on the exterior of facilities as required.
• Maintains simple records of time and material used.
• Requests needed supplies and equipment.

Examples of Other Duties

• May lead and instruct other custodial personnel.
• May remove snow and ice from steps and walkways.
• May assist in moving furniture and equipment.
• May operate a passenger car, and/or panel, pickup, or commercial-weight truck.
• Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities (Entry Level)

• Basic knowledge of the methods, equipment, and materials used to keep buildings and premises clean and orderly.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment.
• Ability to use chemical cleaning products according to manufacturer's and safety specifications.
• Ability to understand and practice safety procedures.
• Ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to keep simple records.

Knowledge of County and departmental rules, regulations, policies, and procedures governing performance of duties. Knowledge of the safe disposal of chemical cleaning products. Skill in operating cleaning equipment. Skill in using chemical cleaning prod

Licenses and Certificates

Some positions may require a driver's license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C or commercial, class B Maryland driver's license at the time of appointment.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE

Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of the training and experience as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Be sure to state the dates, duties and responsibilities of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation.

Conditions of Employment

Persons appointed to this classification will work on a fixed shift basis which may include weekends, holidays, and overtime when scheduled. Employees in this classification are designated as Emergency/Essential and may be required to work overtime with little or no advance notice.

Physical and Environmental Conditions

The work of this classification entails the performance of heavy physical labor including bending, stooping, lifting and carrying of objects and the use of equipment. Some duties require exposure to hazardous conditions such as adverse weather, chemicals, and bio-hazards, such as body fluids and sewage. Some duties may require travel between work sites.

Medical Examination and Employment Background Investigation

Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education certification and fingerprinting checks.

Employment Benefits For Full-Time, Merit Or Classified Employees

Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants.

Smoke free workplace

All Baltimore County offices are smoke free.

Drug free workplace

Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination.

Salary

Annual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance

General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated.

Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County.

Employee Assistance Program

Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life.

Health Insurance

Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include:

Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs.

Life Insurance

Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000.

Retirement

Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions.

Paid Leave

Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification.

Sick Leave

Vacation Leave

Personal Leave

Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Jury Leave

Military Leave

Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union

Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services.

Direct Deposit

Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required.

Educational Assistance

70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group.

Deferred Compensation

Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice.

Disclaimer

This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions.