Custodian/Grounds Worker - Commission on Aging

St. Joseph County; Three Rivers (MI); On-site; USD 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph County is seeking a Custodian/Grounds Worker for the Commission on Aging.

The role covers custodial tasks, grounds maintenance, and event setup at the Rivers Enrichment Center and the Oaks Enrichment Center, with on-call duties after hours. Requirements include math and reading skills to read safety materials and regulations, experience in cleaning and minor repairs, and a valid Michigan driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Math skills to measure chemicals and cleaning solutions.
• Reading skills to read instructions, safety materials and regulations.
• Experience in cleaning, grounds keeping, and minor repairs of buildings and equipment.
• Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Empties wastebaskets and removes debris; changes liners and recycles.
• Uses vacuums and carpet sweepers; performs spot carpet cleaning.
• Dusts and polishes furniture; removes marks and cobwebs.
• Cleans and disinfects sinks and restrooms; stocks towels, soap and tissues.
• Follows cleaning checklists for daily/weekly/monthly tasks.
• Cleans walls in offices and restrooms.
• Defrosts and cleans refrigerators and kitchen equipment.
• Maintains custodial supplies inventory; assists with events.
• Oversees program workers assigned to cleaning tasks.
• Operates snow blower and shovel; applies salt on icy surfaces; performs grounds maintenance.
• Assists with cleaning and maintenance of medical equipment and may arrange rentals.
• Cleans agency vehicles and performs minor repairs to equipment.

Skills

Math skills

Reading comprehension

Valid Michigan driver's license

Job description

Custodian/Grounds Worker - Commission on Aging

Union Non-Union

Pay Grade Grade 1

Wage Scale Wage Range $16.55 - $21.54 per hour (2026 wage scale). Based on experience.

Description

General Summary

Performs a variety of housekeeping and custodial tasks in the cleaning of agency facilities. Cleans and mops floors and operates carpet cleaning equipment, wet/dry vac and other cleaning equipment. Washes windows, cleans restrooms, kitchens, community rooms, café's, and other areas. Works in conjunction and communicates with Maintenance worker to order, stock, and maintain custodial supplies. Completes all grounds maintenance including mowing, weeding, planting, and trimming at the Rivers Enrichment Center and the Oaks Enrichment Center. Completes snow removal on all sidewalks at the Oaks Enrichment Center. Shares on call duties with Maintenance worker for afterhours emergencies. Fills in for Maintenance worker as needed.

Essential Functions

• Empties wastebaskets and removes other debris from offices. Cleans baskets and changes liners. Removes trash from offices and empties paper recycling boxes.
• Uses vacuum cleaners and carpet sweepers to clean carpeted surfaces. Performs spot cleaning of carpeted surfaces.
• Dusts and polishes furniture, baseboards, file cabinets, window ledges, and other fixtures. Uses cleaning solution to remove marks from tables and other furniture. Removes all cobwebs.
• Cleans and disinfects sinks, stools, and other fixtures. Cleans and polishes drinking fountains, mirrors, and chrome fixtures. Stocks restroom with towels, tissues, and soap.
• Follows cleaning checklist for daily, weekly, monthly, and annual task assignments.
• Cleans walls in offices, hallways, and restrooms.
• Defrosts and cleans refrigerators, microwaves, coffee pots and other kitchen equipment.
• Maintains and stocks the inventory of custodial supplies.
• Assists in moving furniture and setting up for meetings and events.
• Oversees community correction workers, jail trustees and other special program workers assigned to cleaning tasks.
• Uses snow blower and shovel to remove snow from walks and steps. Spreads salt on icy surfaces. Performs grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing, trimming, and weeding.
• Assists with cleaning and maintenance of medical equipment and may assist in arranging for rentals.
• Cleans agency vehicles.
• Performs other general repairs to agency buildings, fixtures and equipment including furniture and medical devices.
• Performs minor upkeep/repairs to cleaning equipment and lawn care equipment.

Other Functions

• As directed by the Executive Director.

An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the above tasks. (These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employees may be expected to perform.)

Position Requirements

• Education: Math skills necessary to measure chemicals and cleaning solutions and reading skills necessary to read instructions, safety materials and government regulations.
• Experience: Experience in the cleaning, grounds keeping, and minor repair of building, mechanical systems, lawn care equipment, and snow removal equipment.
• Other Requirements: Possession of a valid Michigan driver's license.

The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job-related selection or promotional criteria.

Physical Requirements

[This job requires the ability to perform the essential functions contained in this description. These include, but are not limited to, the following requirements. Reasonable accommodations will be made for otherwise qualified applicants unable to fulfill one or more of these requirements]:

Squatting, stooping, kneeling to perform various tasks.

Ability to lift 50 pounds or more.

Ability to climb stairs and ladders in performing duties.

Ability to lift and move supplies, furniture, boxes, and other items while setting up for events, stocking supplies and performing other tasks.

Ability to operate a snow blower, lawn mower and other grounds equipment.

Ability to operate various power tools.

Ability to use various cleaning agents or tools in the process of completing custodial tasks.

Working Conditions

Works in cramped body positions to perform assigned duties.

Exposure to various chemical cleaning products.

Exposure to equipment where risk exists of getting burned, bruised or scraped.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift Days

Position Custodian/Grounds Worker - Commission on Aging

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Open Date 10/20/2026

Location Commission on Aging

About the Organization

The mission of St. Joseph County Government is to provide efficient, dependable services while fostering public trust through collaboration, accountability, and long-term stewardship of county resources. By leading with integrity, St. Joseph County seeks to shape a future that preserves trust, strengthens responsibility, and inspires pride across generations. St. Joseph County Government as stewards of people and resources promotes equal opportunity for all, and hereby encourages the talents, creativity and leadership of all County employees in striving for prompt, courteous, respectful and efficient delivery of services. St. Joseph County provides an excellent benefit package. This includes health, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance. We also offer a very generous sick and vacation package as well as paid holidays for eligible positions. Pension plans and additional retirement options are also available to eligible employees.

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.