Custodian - Facilities Cleaning & Safety Champion

City-of-Yuma,-A; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Yuma is seeking a Custodian to join Team Yuma within the Department of Facilities Management. The incumbent will perform a variety of custodial and janitorial duties in City facilities, under close supervision, and help maintain safety and cleanliness.

The role requires High School Diploma or GED and may prefer one year of janitorial experience, with a valid Arizona driver's license. The job emphasizes reliability, safety, and service to the community.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Performs custodial and janitorial duties, including routine cleaning, restroom sanitation, floor care, and trash disposal in assigned City facilities.
• 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.
• Maintains absolute confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.

Skills

Safety procedures

Follow instructions

Tool operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Job description

City of Yuma is seeking a Custodian to join Team Yuma within the Department of Facilities Management. The incumbent will perform a variety of custodial and janitorial duties in City facilities, under close supervision, and help maintain safety and cleanliness.

The role requires High School Diploma or GED and may prefer one year of janitorial experience, with a valid Arizona driver's license. The job emphasizes reliability, safety, and service to the community.