Custodian (PM Shift)

Travis County; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Job summary

Travis County’s Facilities Management Department is seeking an entry-level custodial worker to perform basic cleaning across county facilities. The role offers stable employment with training and tuition reimbursement opportunities to advance within the department.

Responsibilities include cleaning bathrooms, offices, and common areas, operating cleaning equipment, and following safety procedures. Night shift differential applies, and work hours are Monday–Friday, 2:00 PM–10:30 PM, with

Qualifications

• One (1) year of custodial or manual labor experience.
• Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Responsibilities

• Performs general cleaning, sweeps, mops, dusts, scrubs, vacuums, empties waste baskets and recycling containers.
• Cleans and disinfects restrooms, including fixtures, mirrors, equipment, windows, floors and walls.
• Operates buffer, stripper, waxer, vacuum, and carpet cleaning machines.
• Secures and locks buildings. Turns out lights in areas completed.
• May replace light bulbs and other similar replaceable items.

Skills

Cleaning

Disinfection

Communication

Time management

Safety awareness

Tools

Buffers

Strippers

Waxers

Vacuums

Carpet cleaners

Job description

Job Summary

Are you looking for career opportunities that provide top-notch benefits including paid vacation & sick leave, outstanding health & dental insurance, a free health clinic for you & your dependents, a generous retirement plan, and much more?

Job Summary

Are you looking for career opportunities that provide top-notch benefits including paid vacation & sick leave, outstanding health & dental insurance, a free health clinic for you & your dependents, a generous retirement plan, and much more?

Travis County’s Facilities Management Department has great jobs that serve dozens of facilities across the county. We offer stable career options with training and tuition reimbursement available to get you to the next level in your career.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the first in a series of three custodial-related job classifications within the Maintenance job family. This classification is the beginning level custodial function responsible for basic cleaning of bathrooms and office areas and is distinguished from the Custodian Lead which functions as a working lead over other custodial positions. This classification may require work in secure facilities. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs general cleaning, sweeps, mops, dusts, scrubs, vacuums, empties waste baskets and recycling containers. Cleans walls, windows, light fixtures and air supply/return registers.
• Cleans and disinfects restrooms, including fixtures, mirrors, equipment, windows, floors and walls. Replenishes restroom supplies, unstops sinks and toilets.
• Operates buffer, stripper, waxer, vacuum, and carpet cleaning machines.
• Secures and locks buildings. Turns out lights in areas completed.
• May replace light bulbs and other similar replaceable items.
• May move office furniture and other items, as required.
• May assist groundskeeper in yard work.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements

Education and Experience

One (1) year of custodial or manual labor experience;

OR,

Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.

Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements

Must pass a criminal background check for CJIS clearance.

Must maintain CJIS security clearance.

Employment History Check Required.

Applicants are required to successfully pass the background investigation, including fingerprint clearance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of

• Policies, practices, procedures and methods of janitorial/custodial functions.
• Applicable safety practices and regulations.
• Cleaning equipment, products, techniques, and standards.

Skill in

• Cleaning windows, dusting furniture, and unstopping toilets.
• Operating cleaning equipment, such as buffers, strippers, waxers, vacuums, and carpet cleaning machines.
• Both verbal and written communication.

Ability to

• Understand and follow instructions and communicate effectively to perform the job functions, as required.
• Safely and correctly operate cleaning equipment.
• Work independently and efficiently.
• Manage time well and meet timelines.
• Communicate effectively.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and officials, and the general public.

Work Environment & Other Information

Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds/carry up to 25 pounds, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting to perform the essential functions. Subject to contact with hazardous waste, foul odors, animal and human fecal matter, insects and rodents, and exposure to outside elements.

Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.

Work Hours: Monday - Friday, 2:00 PM - 10:30 PM.

This job classification may require you to work some holiday and weekend shifts. Night Shift Differential Pay of $1.50.

Location: Various Travis County Facilities

Department: Facilities Management

Criminal, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required.

For updates or questions on this position, contact: [e-mail] .

This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.