Custodian

City of Kenner Civil Service Department; Kenner (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated custodians to maintain the cleanliness and order of their facilities, including the police complex and jail. This role involves a variety of cleaning tasks, from polishing surfaces to managing laundry for inmates. Ideal candidates will have a strong attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. With a focus on safety and hygiene, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the community while working in a dynamic environment. If you are physically capable and committed to maintaining high standards, this role could be perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to engage in light to moderate physical activities.
• Valid Louisiana driver's license with a good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintain cleanliness of the Kenner Police Complex and other facilities.
• Transport trash and waste to disposal areas and replenish bathroom supplies.
• Operate laundry equipment for maintaining clothing for prisoners.

Skills

Cleaning and Maintenance

Physical Stamina

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning Supplies

Laundry Equipment

Job description

****THIS IS NOT A CIVIL SERVICE POSITION. ALL APPLICATIONS WILL BE FORWARDED TO THE PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT****

Persons working in this position are responsible for maintaining both the public and restricted exterior and interior areas of the Kenner Police Complex, Training Center, Jail Complex and prison cells, in a clean and orderly condition. Work is performed under the direction of a supervisor.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (This is descriptive, not restrictive as to all tasks included in the position.):

1. Clean and polish lighting fixtures, surfaces, and trim.
2. Clean offices, hallways, lobbies, lounges, rest rooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, exercise equipment, locker rooms, and other work areas.
3. Sweep, scrub, mop, wax, polish, and vacuum floors.
4. Clean rugs, carpets, upholstered furniture, and draperies.
5. Dust furniture and equipment. Polish metalwork.
6. Wash walls, ceiling, and woodwork. Wash windows, door panels, and sills.
7. Empty wastebaskets, empty and clean ashtrays, and routinely pick up trash in parking lots.
8. Transport trash and waste to disposal area.
9. Replenish bathroom supplies.
10. Replace light bulbs throughout buildings.
11. Unload and transport shipments from delivery trucks.
12. Requisition cleaning supplies and equipment.
13. Maintain all prisoner cells.
14. Operate laundry equipment and maintain clothing for all prisoners.
15. Remove and ensure safe discarding of items/materials contaminated with body fluids and/or tissue.
16. Any other related work instructed to perform by supervisors.

ENVIRONMENT/HOURS WORKED:

While performing the duties of Custodian, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, and outside weather conditions. Police Department Custodians are exposed on a regular basis to areas housing known criminals and an inmate population. Some of the inmate population may suffer from psychological or behavioral irregularities and may carry communicable diseases. Although procedures attempt to limit the risk of physical contact with inmates, it is possible that the employee may be exposed to biological hazards such as vomit, blood, urine, feces, or saliva. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Workdays consist of 7 hours. This period is from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., which includes a half-hour lunch period and two 15-minute breaks, as approved by the Supervisor, but, work hours can vary from day to day.

PHYSICAL INVOLVEMENT:

These physical demands are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and perform some tasks while on a ladder; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 80 pounds or more. The Police Department Custodian may be required to don bio-hazard face shield, mask, or full body suit while performing non-routine tasks in and around the Jail and inmates. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

MENTAL INVOLVEMENT:

Must understand and interpret written and verbal instructions from a Supervisor. Must be able to interpret written policy and administrative procedure. Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision.

HUMAN RELATIONS INVOLVEMENT:

Must be able to work compatibly in-group settings, as well as alone. Must be able to respond positively to supervision and to accept suggestions for improvements. Must be able to work in and around, and avoid fraternization with inmates.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The ability to engage in light to moderate physical activities. Valid Louisiana driver's license with a good driving record. High school diploma or GED.