Custodian

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage available

No monthly premium for single/2-person

Job summary

Macomb County is seeking a full-time Custodian to maintain cleanliness and safety across county facilities. Duties include cleaning floors, restrooms, windows, and common areas, moving furniture, and performing light maintenance.

Starting hours are 4:00am–12:30pm with a 37.5 hour workweek. Applicants must have a high school diploma and a valid Michigan driver's license; prior custodial experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED completed.
• Prior custodial/housekeeping experience preferred.
• Valid Michigan driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Dusts, sweeps, vacuums, mops, scrubs and waxes floors.
• Cleans and sanitizes restrooms and maintains supplies.
• Moves and sets up furniture and cleans windows/walls.
• Operates cleaning equipment and reports repairs.

Skills

Time management

English communication

Independence

Effective teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Brooms

Mops

Carpet cleaners

Power floor scrubbers

Floor polishers

Vacuum cleaners

Snow shovels

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.CLASSIFICATION TITLE:CustodianSALARY:$34,155.52 - $44,177.31DEPARTMENT:Facilities & OperationsOpening Date:09/23/2026Closing Date:10/07/2026 12:00 a.m.FLSA STATUS: Non-exempt - overtime pursuant to Collective Bargaining AgreementEMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP: Just cause subject to probationary periodCURRENT 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.QUALIFICATIONSRequired Education and ExperiencePossession of a high school diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development TestPrevious custodial and/or housekeeping experiencePreferred Education and ExperienceNoneRequired Licenses or CertificationsPossession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and an operable, insured automobile for authorized travelPreferred Licenses or CertificationsNoneCOMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIESKnowledge of:Common house-cleaning devices, related supplies and equipmentSkill 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 tractorsManaging time appropriatelyAbility to:Work in an environment which embraces the county’s Dignity CampaignEstablish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workersEffectively speak, write and understand the English languageEffectively speak, write and understand a language other than English is preferredUnderstand and carry out oral and/or written instructionsAccurately organize and maintain paper documents and electronic filesMaintain the confidentiality of informationWork independentlyWORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONSThe 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/ContinuouslyWork EnvironmentOffice or similar indoor environment: F/COutdoor environment: OStreet environment (near moving traffic): OConstruction site: N/SConfined space: N/SExposuresIndividuals who are hostile or irate: F/CIndividuals with known violent backgrounds: F/CExtreme cold (below 32 degrees): OExtreme heat (above 100 degrees): OCommunicable diseases: OMoving mechanical parts: OFumes or airborne particles: OToxic or caustic chemicals, substances, or waste: N/SLoud noises (85+ decibels): N/SBlood Borne Pathogens: OPHYSICAL DEMANDSThe 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/ContinuouslyDemand :Balancing on even or uneven surfaces/ground: N/SBending (forward or backward bending at the waist): F/CClimbing up or down stairs, ladders, scaffolding and platforms: OCrawling (moving about on hands and knees): N/SInspecting in confined spaces: N/SDigging: N/SDriving on sealed and unsealed roads: OGrasping, gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands: F/CKneeling to work at low levels: OManual Dexterity (fine finger movements i.e., keyboard operating, writing): OLift/Carry/Move objects from one level/position to another:Up to 10 pounds: F/CUp to 50 pounds: OMore than 50 pounds: N/SOver 100 pounds: N/SPush/Pull objects away from or towards the body: F/CReaching overhead (arms raised above the shoulder) or forward reaching (arms extended): F/CSitting in a seated position during the task performance: N/SStanding in an upright position without movement: F/CWalking considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: F/CRunning considerable distances in the facility on multiple surfaces: N/SGENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND DISCLAIMERSComplies 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.