Custodian
Frederick County Government, Maryland
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Job summary
Frederick County Government is seeking an in-house Custodian for the Evening Shift (Mon-Fri, 4:00 p.m.–12:30 a.m.) in the Office of Custodial Services within the Department of Facility Services. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid driver's license, with extensive background checks for high-security facilities.
The position offers full benefits, overtime eligibility, and a comprehensive compensation package including health, life, retirement, and tuition
Qualifications
- High school graduation or the equivalent.
- Possession of valid driver's license.
Responsibilities
- Sweep, mop, scrub, strip, and polish hard-surface floors to maintain safe and sanitary conditions.
- Perform advanced floor care including autoscrubbing, carpet extraction, burnishing, and refinishing.
- Clean, maintain, and deep clean carpeted areas using appropriate equipment and restoration methods.
- Perform upholstery cleaning to maintain the condition and appearance of furniture and seating surfaces.
- Wash walls, windows, stairways, woodwork, counters, tables, and other interior surfaces in offices and common areas.
- Perform high-level cleaning including high window cleaning, exterior window cleaning, and high dusting of vents and lighting.
- Dust and polish furniture, fixtures, and equipment to maintain cleanliness and appearance.
- Clean, sanitize, and deodorize restrooms and restock restroom supplies to ensure adequate inventory.
- Unclog toilets and sinks and maintain floor drains to support restroom functionality and sanitation.
- Remove interior and exterior trash, sanitize receptacles, and sort and transport recyclables to designated collection areas.
- Clean exterior areas including outdoor walks, porches, and flower beds to maintain safe and orderly grounds.
- Move and arrange furniture and equipment to support cleaning activities and facility needs.
- Clean hallways, lunchrooms, and other shared spaces to maintain orderly and sanitary environments.
- Organize custodial supplies and maintain inventory to ensure availability of required materials.
- Clean and stock custodial vehicles to support daily operations and equipment readiness.
- Perform laundry services including sorting, washing, drying, folding, and storing cleaning materials and supplies.
- Report damage, maintenance needs, and potential hazards to supervisory staff for follow-up action.
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Job description
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; full-benefits; Evening Shift: Monday-Friday; 4:00 p.m.- 12:30 a.m. (shift differential eligible)
This position is responsible in accordance with establish protocol for routine cleaning duties in Frederick County parks and facilities as assigned. While performing this work, the Custodian must take all appropriate precautionary measures to ensure the environmental and sanitation safety of employees and visitors in the assigned buildings. While performing custodial services, the Custodian must take all appropriate precautionary measures to ensure the environmental and sanitation safety of employees and visitors in the assigned buildings. Applicants must be able to work and make decision independently. Supervision is received from the Lead Custodian, Custodial Services Supervisor, and/or the Facility Services Manager.
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.
- 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 (10 and 11 month employees may not receive all 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
- Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
- 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
NOTE: Benefited employees will accrue service and leave based on the FTE and/or hours worked per calendar year.
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.
- Sweep, mop, scrub, strip, and polish hard-surface floors to maintain safe and sanitary conditions
- Perform advanced floor care including autoscrubbing, carpet extraction, burnishing, and refinishing to maintain flooring appearance and safety
- Clean, maintain, and deep clean carpeted areas using appropriate equipment and restoration methods
- Perform upholstery cleaning to maintain the condition and appearance of furniture and seating surfaces
- Wash walls, windows, stairways, woodwork, counters, tables, and other interior surfaces in offices and common areas
- Perform high-level cleaning including high window cleaning, exterior window cleaning, and high dusting of vents and lighting
- Dust and polish furniture, fixtures, and equipment to maintain cleanliness and appearance
- Clean, sanitize, and deodorize restrooms and restock restroom supplies to ensure adequate inventory
- Unclog toilets and sinks and maintain floor drains to support restroom functionality and sanitation
- Remove interior and exterior trash, sanitize receptacles, and sort and transport recyclables to designated collection areas
- Clean exterior areas including outdoor walks, porches, and flower beds to maintain safe and orderly grounds
- Move and arrange furniture and equipment to support cleaning activities and facility needs
- Clean hallways, lunchrooms, and other shared spaces to maintain orderly and sanitary environments
- Organize custodial supplies and maintain inventory to ensure availability of required materials
- Clean and stock custodial vehicles to support daily operations and equipment readiness
- Perform laundry services including sorting, washing, drying, folding, and storing cleaning materials and supplies
- Report damage, maintenance needs, and potential hazards to supervisory staff for follow-up action
- Observe and report potential maintenance and security issues to support facility safety and operations
- Perform custodial duties outside assigned buildings as needed to support operational coverage
- Close and secure doors, turn off lights, and follow energy conservation practices during and after shifts
- Secure buildings by locking doors and setting security alarms after completing cleaning activities
- Attend required meetings, trainings, and certifications to maintain knowledge of custodial procedures and safety practices
- Assist leads and assistant leads with training new custodial staff to support consistent cleaning practices
- Perform other related duties as required
To perform this job successfully, an employee must be able to perform all essential functions satisfactorily. Any employee's position may not be assigned all functions or equipment listed above, and the examples may not cover all functions or equipment that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform their essential functions.
- High school graduation or the equivalent
- Possession of valid driver's license
- Knowledge of cleaning equipment
- Knowledge of cleaning chemicals
- Knowledge of County facilities
- Knowledge of recyclable materials
- Skill in oral and written communication
- Ability to perform high touch cleaning
- Ability to select and use proper PPE
- Ability to organize stock
- Ability to work on a team
- Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
- Previous custodial/janitorial work experience
- While working in this position, the employee is constantly walking, pushing up to 40 pounds, reaching, performing repetitive motions, and driving; frequently climb/ascending/traversing, stooping/kneeling/crouching, crawling, lift between 20 and 50 pounds; occasionally lift over 50 pounds, push over 40 pounds, pull up to and over 40 pounds; and rarely sit
- While working in this position, the employee is constantly working indoors, in dusty environments, near chemicals/fumes and potential exposure to infectious diseases; frequently working in dirty environments, with protective equipment required; occasionally work outdoors, and in hot (above 100 degrees) and cold (below 32 degrees); and rarely work at heights
- Employees in this classification are designated as Essential. An Essential Employee means the employee is considered necessary for the operation of County services. Essential Employees are required to report to work in the event of a weather incident, general emergency, or disasters when County offices are closed. They may be required to work overtime with little or no advance notice and may be required to report to work in emergency situations and/or after hours
- Failure to meet or maintain the minimum qualifications or additional requirements may result in disciplinary action up to and including termination
- Ability to provide own transportation when needed
- Available for weekend and holiday work hours, as needed
- Available for a minimum of three mandatory Parks and Recreation events
- Ability and availability to work irregular hours as needed
- An evaluation of training and experience
- One or more interviews
- A pre-employment background investigation
- A pre-employment physical examination
Frederick County Government is committed to providing an inclusive work environment and complies with all applicable laws and regulations regarding workplace accommodation, including for individuals with disabilities. Applicants who require reasonable accommodation during the application and hiring process may contact the Talent Acquisition section of Human Resources. Inquiries about accommodations can be sent to Recruitment@FrederickCountyMD.gov
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.
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.
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.
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 $3,400 per year for Health Care Spending and $7,500 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.
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 Supplemental Life Insurance is also offered to regular County employees. The plan allows employees to purchase individually owned term life insurance for themselves, their spouse, and their dependents.
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. Contribution maximums are set each year by the IRS.
County employees who have successfully passed their probationary period may apply for education reimbursement for courses that can improve or develop an employee's capabilities related to their current job or for a promotional opportunity within Frederick County Government. The benefit also covers the costs of job-related non-credit courses. If an 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.
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 issue or concern.
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
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