Custodian I

Dothan Houston County Library; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Dothan Houston County Library is seeking a dedicated janitor/custodian for multiple library locations in Dothan, AL. The role includes janitorial, custodial, and maintenance tasks, with special projects possible. Early morning hours and Saturday availability are required.

Candidates should have light maintenance skills, be able to lift up to 50 pounds, and follow safety and sanitation procedures. Flexibility in location and schedule is needed to support library operations.

Qualifications

• Basic maintenance skills.
• Ability to read and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all areas of Janitorial, Custodial, and Maintenance.
• Vacuum, sweep, mop, and clean all types of flooring.
• Window washing.
• Bathroom and breakroom cleaning.
• Knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures.

Skills

Light maintenance

Custodial skills

English reading

Job description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs routine general library maintenance and Janitorial duties related to the direct and/or indirect operation of any DHCLS branch or departmental location, including janitorial, custodian, and maintenance, at any of the Dothan Houston County Library Locations. Special projects may also be assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general written/oral direction and supervision of the DHCLS location manager, who issues instructions and checks work performed. Requires the ability to perform tasks with minimal supervision. Exercising independent judgment and initiative is necessary.

JOB DUTIES:

Early morning hours and Saturday availability

Flexibility of hours, as needed

Flexibility of location

Able to bend, stoop, climb, reach, lift (up to 50 lbs)

Assist in all areas of Janitorial, Custodial, and Maintenance

Vacuum, sweep, mop, and clean all types of flooring, including sidewalks and patios.

Window washing

Bathroom and breakroom cleaning

Knowledge of safety and sanitation procedures, including appropriate mixing of cleaning chemicals

Janitorial/custodian/maintenance procedures

Familiar with needed supplies and ordering procedures

Able to follow a schedule of tasks requiring attention monthly, quarterly, and yearly. Example: Replacement of batteries

Experience in the operation of: carpet cleaners, vacuum sweepers, blowers, pressure washers, etc

Able to perform general maintenance, cleaning, upkeep, and repair of facilities and their contents to keep them clean and in generally good working condition

Display initiative to follow up with and complete tasks, such as bringing special projects to the manager’s attention.

Basic maintenance skills

Replace light bulbs and clean light fixtures

Replace filters (refrigerator, vacuums, sweepers, etc)

Light painting, as needed

General/Basic electrical

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES: Light maintenance skills; custodial skills; ability to read and understand English; ability to learn and master existing and emerging trends in custodial work; ability to use hardware/software and other equipment. Must have critical thinking skills. Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with minimal direction. Requires the ability to work mornings before the library opens to the public.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES: Courteous; helpful; demonstrates good judgment; neat personal appearance; natural curiosity; values diversity; detail-oriented; creative; problem-solver.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Preferably two (2) years’ experience in a related work environment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those required of an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms, stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, grasp, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, talk, and hear. Hand-eye coordination necessary to operate computers and various office equipment. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, and crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. May require driving to various locations.

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, and responsibilities that comprise this position.