Custodian I, II or III

State of Louisiana; Louisiana; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dedicated individuals for entry-level custodial roles. This position involves performing essential cleaning tasks to ensure the cleanliness and sanitary conditions of state buildings and facilities. You will be responsible for maintaining various areas, including bathrooms and offices, while following safety protocols. This is a fantastic opportunity to enter the workforce with no prior experience required, offering a chance to contribute to the community in a meaningful way. If you have a keen eye for detail and enjoy maintaining a clean environment, this role could be perfect for you.

Qualifications

• No experience or training required for entry-level custodial work.
• Basic manual tasks to maintain cleanliness and sanitary conditions.

Responsibilities

• Cleans bathrooms, offices, and hallways by sweeping and mopping.
• Empties trash containers and assists with infectious waste disposal.
• Reports minor building repairs to a higher-level custodian.

Skills

Basic cleaning skills

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Education

No formal education required

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Vacuum cleaner

Job description

No Civil Service test score or assessment is required to be considered for this vacancy.

To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

*Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*

For further information about this vacancy contact:

SOWELA Technical Community College
Latasha Droddy
HR Generalist
337-421-6913

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

No experience or training required.

FUNCTION OF WORK:

To perform basic manual tasks in order to maintain the cleanliness, sanitary conditions, and appearance of state buildings, facilities, institutions, etc.

LEVEL OF WORK:

Entry.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Close from a Custodian Supervisor A. Other reporting relationships may be approved by SCS.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

None.

LOCATION OF WORK:

All state agencies.

JOB DISTINCTIONS:

Differs from the Custodian 2 by the absence of experienced-level custodial tasks.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

1. Cleans bathrooms, offices, hallways, and any other assigned areas by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and polishing.
2. Empties and decontaminates trash containers; may assist in disposing of infectious waste.
3. Moves, rearranges, and dusts furniture and fixtures.
4. Learns to mix or blend cleaning solutions to proper concentrations as necessary for various tasks.
5. Assists in setting up tables, chairs, and other furniture for special meetings, banquets, or other occasions.
6. Washes blinds, windows, and walls with prescribed solutions.
7. Operates vacuum for cleaning carpeted areas.
8. Strips, decontaminates, and makes beds for patients, residents, students, etc.
9. Reports needs for minor building and/or equipment repairs to a higher-level custodian.
10. Washes, dries, folds, and issues clothing, linens, etc. as assigned.
11. May perform basic grounds work by picking up trash, watering plants, etc.