Custodian

City-of-Harrisonburg,-Va; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Harrisonburg is seeking a part-time Custodian for the Public Works Department. Primary duties include thorough cleaning and sanitizing of facilities, with work at the Public Works building and potential other sites as needed.

The ideal candidate works independently, pays attention to detail, and offers friendly service to staff and the public. Starting rate is $16.44 per hour, with final salary based on qualifications and City policy.

Qualifications

• Completion of the tenth grade or equivalent; HS diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Shift: Mondays–Fridays 6:00am–10:00am; schedule may vary by business needs.
• Screenings include DMV driving record, physical, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sanitize, and maintain facilities for public use.
• Work primarily at the Public Works building (320 E. Mosby Rd) with possible assignments to other City facilities.
• Provide courteous customer service to staff and the public using the facilities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Customer service

Valid driver’s license

Education

Completion of 10th grade or equivalent

Job description

Do you want a part-time role with the City that helps project a friendly image to our citizens, employees, and others? If so, the Public Works Department's Custodian position may be the right opportunity for you!

This Custodian role is a part-time position (no benefits) and a preferred hiring rate of $16.44 per hour; however, an exact salary will be dependent upon the selected candidate's qualifications/experience and in compliance with City policy.

As a Custodian with Public Works, you'll play a critical part in ensuring facilities are thoroughly cleaned, sanitized, and ready for use by the public. Primary custodial work will be located at the recently built Public Works building (320 E. Mosby Road), with the potential to assist at other City facilities as needed. You’re the ideal candidate for this position if you have an eye for detail and enjoy working independently while also providing excellent customer service to colleagues and the general public utilizing the facilities.

A detailed list of essential functions along with the ideal candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is available in the Custodian class specification.

• Completion of the tenth grade or an equivalent combination of education and experience. High school diploma or GED preferred but not required for consideration.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Anticipated work hours are Mondays through Fridays from 6:00am - 10:00am; however, the exact schedule will be dependent upon a variety of factors including the selected candidate's availability and business needs.
• Click here to view the physical requirements for this position.

Successful applicants for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:

• DMV Driving Record Review;
• Job-Specific Physical;
• Criminal Background Investigation, including Virginia Criminal Information Network (VCIN) Fingerprinting.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.