Custodian I (Grade 3)

Yuma County, AZ; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Yuma County, AZ is seeking a custodial worker to clean and maintain county buildings under close supervision. You will sweep, vacuum, mop floors, dust and polish furniture, clean restrooms, and assist with loading supplies while following safety procedures.

The position requires reliable attendance and the ability to work in varied weather conditions. A high school diploma or GED and at least one year of related work experience are required, plus a valid Arizona driver's license and background

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED or equivalent; one year related work experience.
• Must possess valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Background check and Sheriff's background investigation required.
• Knowledge of cleaning and sanitizing methods and safety precautions.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds and work under varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, vacuum, and mop floors in hallways, stairs, and offices.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and wash basins; restock supplies.
• Operate and maintain floor care equipment; report maintenance issues.
• Assist with lifting and moving heavy objects; respond to spills and urgent clean-ups.

Skills

Safety awareness

Physical stamina

Teamwork

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