Custodian - Hobby Airport

Houston Dose; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 2,617,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Houston is seeking a Custodian for Hobby Airport's Custodial Services team. The role focuses on cleaning and maintaining terminal facilities with attention to safety and guest experience.

Candidates must be able to obtain security badge access within 6 months; no prior experience required; duties include floor care, restroom cleaning, trash removal, and basic maintenance while supporting a clean, welcoming environment.

Qualifications

• Very basic reading, writing and ability to follow simple oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Performs janitorial services: floor care, polishing, cleaning, rug vacuuming and related tasks.
• Cleans restrooms and empties trash; sets out for collection.
• Monitors inventory and maintains cleaning supplies and equipment.
• Performs other related janitorial and maintenance tasks as requested.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Applications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division/Section: Hobby Airport/ Custodial Services

Workdays & Hours: * Varied (Shift work, including rotation, weekends and holidays) subject to change*

PURPOSE OF DIVISION

The purpose of the team is to WOW passengers by executing a \"can do\" attitude and respond quickly to meet and exceed their expectations by maintaining facilities that are worthy of Skytrax 5-Star ratings in cleanliness, appearance, and function. The team is expected to interface with airport customers using the core values of the organization (Integrity, Courtesy and, Respect).

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The purpose of the Custodian position is to clean and maintain terminal facilities with a friendly demeanor and an eye for detail to enhance the guest experience and meet “opening day fresh” standards to ensure a safe and clean environment. Builds long term relationships with airlines, tenants and other customers based on trust and commitment by proactively responding to guest’s concerns.

“Candidates must be able to obtain all security required badge access including Custom Border Patrol access within 6 months from the hire date.\"

The Custodian duties will include, but are not limited to:

• Performs janitorial services including floor mopping, polishing, stripping and waxing; rug vacuuming and shampooing; furniture dusting and polishing; window washing; and furniture unloading and moving.
• Cleans restrooms.
• Empties trash and sets out for collection.
• Monitoring inventory control of cleaning supplies and maintains cleaning equipment.
• Performs other related maintenance/janitorial services as requested.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, such as typewriters or records boxes (up to 40 pounds) and/or very long periods of walking on rough surfaces on a routine basis. There are routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

Very fundamental levels of the ability to read, write and follow simple oral instructions as might normally be acquired through up to 8 years of formal schooling.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

No experience is required.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

None

• *Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.** SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

Pay Grade - 5

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.