Custodian

Walker County Government; Rock Springs (GA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Walker County Government seeks a Facilities Custodian to maintain cleanliness, safety, and appearance of county buildings and surrounding properties. Responsibilities include disinfecting high-touch surfaces, trash removal, flooring maintenance, and event-related setup and security tasks.

Position requires a High School Diploma or GED, 18+ years of age, and successful background checks with drug screenings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check and periodic drug screenings.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, dust, and disinfect building interiors including bathrooms and common areas.
• Dust furniture and scrub surfaces.
• Clean and service restrooms; restock supplies as needed.
• Maintain floors by vacuuming, shampooing carpets, and buffing/waxing as directed.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using appropriate tools.
• Fog buildings with disinfectants when required.
• Empty trash receptacles and replace liners.

Skills

Independent work

Safety procedures

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Dependability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Facilities Custodian is responsible for ensuring the cleanliness, safety, and overall appearance of county buildings and surrounding properties. This includes disinfecting high-touch surfaces, removing debris, maintaining floors and carpets, emptying trash receptacles, and other custodial duties. This position may also be responsible for opening and closing facilities for events and responding to various maintenance needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Custodial & Cleaning Tasks:

• Sweep, mop, dust, and disinfect building interiors, including bathrooms and common areas
• Dust furniture and scrub surfaces clean
• Clean and service restrooms; restock supplies as needed
• Maintain floors by vacuuming, shampooing carpets, and buffing/waxing as directed
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using appropriate tools and cleaning agents
• Fog buildings with disinfectants when required
• Empty trash receptacles, clean and replace liners as needed

Facility Maintenance & Support:

• Move and arrange furniture or equipment, including event setups such as dance floors
• Unlock and/or lock facilities for events occurring during or after business hours
• Monitor building security and safety (e.g., locking doors, checking electrical appliances)
• Identify and report maintenance needs or safety concerns

Exterior and Grounds Maintenance:

• Use pressure washers to clean building exteriors and walkways
• Drive motorized utility vehicles for cleaning and maintenance
• Keep playground areas clean and free of debris
• Perform snow and ice removal on walkways and parking areas (as needed)
• Maintain litter control across the campus

Other Responsibilities:

• Maintain the overall cosmetic appearance of buildings and the property
• Perform other duties as assigned by management, possibly without prior notice

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must successfully pass a criminal background check and periodic/random drug screenings

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to follow safety procedures and operational policies
• Strong attention to detail and cleanliness standards
• Professional and courteous communication skills
• Dependability and ability to adapt to varied tasks

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Valid driver’s license and proof of auto insurance required
• Must maintain a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report (MVR)

Physical Demands

These physical demands are representative of the physical requirements for an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the Custodian’s job. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to stand, walk, sit, climb, bend, crouch and twist to perform such tasks as:

• Mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, waxing and polishing floors
• Cleaning countertops, dusting and polishing furniture
• Cleaning windows
• Scrubbing and cleaning sinks and toilets
• Bagging and carting trash and trash / garbage bags
• Organizing, maintaining, lifting, and reaching supplies and equipment
• Climbing and operating equipment, twisting to get inside a vehicle

Hand and foot dexterity is required to operate cleaning equipment, and paperwork.

Hearing and speech is necessary to communicate with customers and co-workers by telephone and in person. Good vision is required for all functions.

This position must be able to lift 35 pounds frequently

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is usually exposed to a noise level that is moderate to loud. Work is performed in a variety of buildings, requiring travel between cleaning assignments by foot or car. Most of the tasks are performed indoors with heating and air conditioning and the rest of the work is performed outdoors and in seasonally extreme temperatures, both hot and cold, as well as rain and other environmental elements, and weather conditions normal to this region. Physical hazards include travel, dangerous equipment, noise and vibration, exposure to fumes, gasses, chemicals, dust, and dirt.

The employee should wear comfortable and durable clothing. The employee will be expected to wear proper protective equipment such as, but not limited to, foot support and protection, protective eyewear, and gloves.

Standards for Measuring Performance

• Successful development and implementation of objectives; continuous growth in service provided.
• Ability to work alone or with a team
• Appropriate and positive interaction with staff, management, volunteers, community groups, professional associates and private citizens
• Accomplishment of job functions in an effective and timely manner
• Effectiveness in establishing priorities, working on multiple assignments and concurrent projects
• Exercise of sound judgment in the absence of specific guidelines
• Demonstrated ability to thoroughly analyze problems; to meet demanding and changing deadlines in spite of interruptions
• Adherence to established policies and procedures
• Proficiency in oral and written communication