Custodian

Roanoke County, VA; Roanoke (VA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Roanoke County, VA is seeking a Custodian to perform routine cleaning of county buildings. You will operate vacuums, buffers and carpet extractors, clean floors and restrooms, dust furniture, and provide customer service while following established procedures.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma and prior cleaning experience, can read and follow written instructions, attends monthly safety meetings, and remains in good physical condition to perform the job.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and equipment.
• Ability to use cleaning materials safely and follow container cautions.
• Must be able to read and follow simple written instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine cleaning tasks across county facilities.
• Operate vacuums, buffers and carpet extractors.
• Clean floors, dust furniture and woodwork, and sanitize restrooms.

Skills

Cleaning methods

Safety compliance

Customer service

Follow instructions

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Carpet extractors

Mops

Buffing machines

Job description

Performs repetitive manual work involving the efficient cleaning of County buildings and the performance of project work. Applies specific procedures to recurring situations.Performs other duties as assigned.

• Responsible for the safe and proper use of materials and equipment, such as chemicals, vacuums, buffers, and carpet extractors.
• Sweeps, vacuums, mops, and waxes floors.
• Dusts furniture and woodwork.
• Cleans and polishes woodwork and furniture.
• Cleans restrooms, including all fixtures, and replenishes paper products
• Cleans interior glass partitions and glass doors
• Removes trash from all containers
• Performs a variety of routine cleaning tasks
• Attends monthly safety meetings
• Provides customer service

NON ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Requests cleaning supplies and equipment as required

Education

Preferred:Graduation from High School or equivalent.

Experience

Required:Prior experience in the cleaning of buildings.

Certifications/ Licenses

none

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Good knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.
• Ability to use a variety of cleaning materials and equipment safely, efficiently and effectively; follow simple oral and written instructions; and to understand and follow instructions covering cautions and use listed on containers of materials used for custodial work.

Additional Requirements

Subject to a complete criminal history and Child Protective Services background search with acceptable results.Good physical condition.Following a conditional offer of employment, must pass a post offer physical examination. Must be able to perform the job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job description.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None