Custodian

City of Yuma; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Yuma is seeking a Custodian to join the Department of Facilities Management. The successful candidate will perform custodial and janitorial duties in City facilities under supervision.

Essential tasks include cleaning, restroom sanitation, floor care, and event setup. A valid Arizona driver's license is required; a high school diploma or GED is preferred, with janitorial experience desirable.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; one year of janitorial experience is preferred.
• Knowledge of City policies, safety rules, and cleaning materials.
• Ability to lift and move objects, and follow safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Performs custodial and janitorial duties including routine cleaning, restroom sanitation, floor care, and trash disposal.
• Follows safety rules to minimize accidents and ensures facility safety.
• Cleans spills promptly and maintains clean woodwork, walls, windows and floors.
• Moves furniture and equipment for events and setups; reports hazards and issues.
• Maintains confidentiality and supports public interactions with courtesy.

Skills

Tool operation

Following instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Safety gear

Job description

**This recruitment is for the Yuma Police Department***

Are you looking to join a team that values Professionalism, Accountability, Integrity, and Responsiveness? Do you want to be a part of a strong team dedicated to serving our community, building relationships, and creating opportunities? Then this might be the opportunity for you!

We are looking for someone to join Team Yuma as a Custodian, working with the Department of Facilities Management. The ideal candidate will perform a variety of custodial and janitorial duties in assigned City of Yuma facilities.

Under close supervision, cleans and maintains City buildings, facilities and related infrastructure for the Facilities Maintenance Division (FMD); performs work according to safety rules and FMD standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

-- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Performs custodial and janitorial duties, including routine cleaning, restroom sanitation, floor care, and trash disposal in assigned City facilities; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Follows all safety rules and regulations to minimize risk of accidents and enhance safety of the facilities.
• Cleans up spills and unsafe conditions in a timely manner and according to procedures.
• Sweeps, vacuums, mops, scrubs, waxes, shampoos and spot cleans carpeting and floors using manual and power equipment; empties waste cans and other trash receptacles and replaces light bulbs.
• Cleans woodwork, walls and windows; sweeps sidewalks and entrance ways; moves office and building furniture and equipment; sets up and tears down equipment and facilities for special events and activities.
• Reports safety hazards, equipment problems and emergency situations.
• Supports the relationship between the City and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; promotes the City goals and priorities, vision, values and the “Yuma Way”, and complies with all City policies and procedures.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; one year of experience in janitorial work is preferred.

Knowledge of:

• City policies and procedures.
• City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Materials and equipment used in cleaning and maintaining buildings and equipment.

Skill in:

• Operating and maintaining tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

A valid Arizona State Driver's License is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in City facilities; requires ability to bend, reach, stoop, and lift objects; may be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment; safety precautions must be followed, including use of safety equipment.