Custodian I (Grade 3)

Yuma County; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Yuma County Ag in Yuma, AZ is seeking a dependable Custodian to perform routine cleaning and janitorial tasks across county facilities. Under supervision, you will sweep, vacuum, mop, dust, clean restrooms, and help with light maintenance and security of buildings.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and at least one year of related work experience, plus a valid Arizona driver's license. A background check will be completed; the job involves physical tasks and varying weather

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of related work experience preferred.
• Valid Arizona driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, vacuum, and mop floors in hallways, stairways and offices.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms; restock supplies as needed.
• Dust, polish furniture and metalwork; clean windows and blinds.
• Operate and maintain floor care equipment; respond to spills promptly.
• Assist with moving heavy objects and report maintenance issues.

Skills

Safety standards

Following instructions

Teamwork

Lifting 40 pounds

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

This position is advertised from the minimum to the midpoint hourly rate. Salary will be determined based on education and experience at the time of offer.

NATURE OF WORK

Under close supervision, commutes between multiple County buildings to perform work of routine difficulty in cleaning, custodial, and delivery duties.

(Illustrative Only) Responsible for sweeping, vacuuming and mopping floors in hallways, stairways and offices; wipes, dusts and polishes furniture and metalwork; cleans and polishes woodwork, walls, windows and window blinds; empties ashtrays, recycle bins and waste paper baskets; straightens and arranges desks, chairs, bookcases and other office furniture; cleans and disinfects/sanitizes and services/stocking lavatories and rest rooms; cleans water fountains and wash basins; opens and closes doors and windows; operates and maintains floor care equipment; cleans/washes down outside areas and walkways immediately surrounding the building; as required; responds to emergency and urgent clean-up situations, such as spills, leaks, floods, etc.; assists with lifting and moving heavy objects such as desk, office file cabinets, tables, etc. Identifies and reports maintenance issues to Supervisor and/or on-call Maintenance staff; mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specification; cleans up spills and unsafe conditions in a timely manner and according to procedures; disposes of hazardous waste and contaminated materials using approved disposal methods; loads and unloads supplies and equipment; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned.

High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND one year of related work experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver’s license; County: Requires successful completion of a background check; Sheriff’s: Must successfully pass a thorough background investigation to the satisfaction of the Yuma County Sheriff’s Department.

Knowledge of: County policies and procedures; the materials, methods, and practices used in cleaning and sanitizing buildings and grounds, and related custodial operations; occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Skill in: Maintaining safety standards; following written and verbal instructions.

Ability to: Lift 40 pounds; work in varying extreme weather conditions; bend, kneel, squat, pull, and push on a repeated basis; establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers; follow written and verbal instructions; stand and bend; walk and stoop; perform the essential functions of the job specifications with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Work Environment: The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; generally, the job requires 30% bending, 20% walking, 20% stooping and 30% standing; the job is performed under varying weather conditions and may be exposed to chemical fumes and hazardous materials.

EOE/AA/ADAAA/M/F/V/D DRUG FREE WORKPLACE