Custodian

Macomb County; Michigan; On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision benefits

No employee premium for benefits

Job summary

Macomb County is seeking a dedicated Custodian to clean and service county facilities. The role operates 37.5 hours per week with an early shift from 4:00am to 12:30pm. Benefit coverage includes medical, dental and vision with no employee premium, effective on the first day of employment.

Responsibilities include floor care, equipment maintenance, restroom stocking, and general facility upkeep. Prior custodial experience and a valid MI driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Custodial/housekeeping experience preferred.
• Valid Michigan driver’s license and insured vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Dust, sweep, vacuum, mop, scrub and wax floors.
• Dust and clean furniture, move and arrange furniture.
• Vacuum stairs, hallways, offices and other areas; clean restrooms.
• Stock restrooms with paper products and supplies.
• Maintain custodial closets and equipment; manage supplies.

Skills

Cleaning knowledge

Equipment operation

Time management

Independence

English proficiency

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Brooms & mops

Carpet cleaners

Power floor scrubbers

Floor polishers

Vacuum cleaners

Snow removal tools

Job description

As part of our total benefit package, Macomb County proudly offers medical, dental, and vision coverage, with no monthly premium to employees for single, two (2) person or family coverage. Health care, dental and vision benefits are effective the first day of employment. To learn more about Macomb County benefits click here

CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Custodian SALARY: $34,155.52 - $44,177.31 DEPARTMENT: Facilities & Operations Opening Date: 09/23/2026 Closing Date: 10/07/2026 12:00 a.m. FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt - overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining Agreement EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary period CURRENT HOURS AND STARTING TIME: Full-time (37.5 hours per week) position. The starting time for this position is 4:00am – 12:30pm.

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under supervision, is responsible for cleaning and servicing all areas and surrounding premises of assigned County owned and/or leased facilities.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Dusts, sweeps, vacuums, mops, scrubs and waxes floors.
• Gathers and disposes of litter and trash in all areas of assigned facility.
• Dusts, washes and cleans furniture.
• Moves and sets up furniture.
• Vacuums stairs, landings, hallways, offices and all other areas.
• Seals, waxes and buffs floors periodically.
• Strips old floor wax and refinishes according to assigned schedules and routines.
• Vacuums and shampoos carpets.
• Cleans and sanitizes restrooms.
• Stocks restrooms with necessary paper products.
• Cleans and maintains custodial closets and equipment.
• Washes walls and windows.
• Maintains inventory of cleaning supplies.
• Requests cleaning supplies and equipment as needed.
• Cleans and maintains ceilings, ceiling fixtures and air vents.
• Notifies management concerning need for minor repairs.
• Cleans snow and debris from sidewalk.
• Spreads salt on public passageways.
• Maintains surrounding premises as needed.
• Acts as backup to clean and service unassigned buildings as needed.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Operates an automobile to perform assigned job functions.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required Education and Experience

• Possession of a high school diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development Test
• Previous custodial and/or housekeeping experience

Preferred Education and Experience

• None

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and an operable, insured automobile for authorized travel

Preferred Licenses or Certifications

• None

COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIES

• Knowledge of: Common house-cleaning devices, related supplies and equipment
• Skill in: Maintenance and operation of cleaning equipment such as brooms, mops, mop pails, wringers, carpet cleaners, power floor scrubbers, floor polishers, vacuum cleaners, power washers, snow shovels, snow blowers, and tractors
• Managing time appropriately
• Ability to: Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity Campaign
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers
• Effectively speak, write and understand the English language
• Effectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferred
• Understand and carry out oral and/or written instructions
• Accurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic files
• Maintain the confidentiality of information
• Work independently

WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS

The work environment and exposures described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Work Environment Office or similar indoor environment: F/C Outdoor environment: O Street environment (near moving traffic): O Construction site: N/S Confined space: N/S

Exposures Individuals who are hostile or irate: F/C Individuals with known violent backgrounds: F/C Extreme cold (below 32 degrees): O Extreme heat (above 100 degrees): O Communicable diseases: O Moving mechanical parts: O Fumes or airborne particles: O Toxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: N/S Loud noises (85+ decibels): N/S Blood Borne Pathogens: O

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

N/S=Never/Seldom O=Occasionally F/C= Frequently/Continuously

Demand: Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: N/S Bending (forward or backward bending at the waist): F/C Climbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: O Crawling (moving about on hands and knees): N/S Inspecting in confined spaces: N/S Digging: N/S Driving on sealed and unsealed roads: O Grasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: F/C Kneeling to work at low levels: O Manual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): O Lift/Carry/Move objects from one level/another: Up to 10 pounds: F/C Up to 50 pounds: O More than 50 pounds: N/S Over 100 pounds: N/S Push/Pull objects away from or towards the body: F/C Reaching overhead (arms raised above shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): F/C Sitting in a seated position during the task performance: N/S Standing in an upright position without movement: F/C Walking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: F/C Running considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: N/S

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERS

Complies with P.A. 390, as amended, known as the State’s Emergency Management Act and the County’s Emergency Management resolution as well as all related plans, policies and procedures covered by those statutes. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment amongst other possible accommodations. The American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Local 411 bargaining unit represents this position. Therefore, there may be contract language which could require consideration in the selection process.

Macomb County is Michigan’s third most populated county, boasting a population of more than 865,000 residents and growing. From the densely-populated southern cities to the rural northern villages, Macomb County possesses a wealth of assets that make it a desirable place to live, work and play! As the county gains in population and cultural diversity increases, initiatives such as the dignity campaign enables us to cultivate a community that embraces all people and celebrates their unique contributions. Through collaborative community-based activities, Macomb County is promoting multiculturalism and inclusiveness.