Custodian - Senior Center (Part-Time)

Solonohio; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

The City of Solon is seeking a dependable part-time Custodian at the Senior Center to maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for seniors, visitors, staff, and the public.

You will clean floors, restrooms, and common areas; set up rooms for programs; refill supplies; report safety hazards; and follow city procedures. This role requires independence, good communication, and the ability to work indoors and outdoors as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred and may be required depending on assignment.
• Previous custodial, janitorial, building maintenance, or grounds maintenance experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning products, custodial equipment, basic maintenance tools, and workplace safety practices.
• Ability to work independently, follow instructions, communicate effectively, and work cooperatively with staff and the public.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling as required.
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Valid State of Ohio driver's license may be required depending on assignment.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain floors, restrooms, offices, and common areas.
• Empty trash and recycle and replenish restroom and cleaning supplies.
• Sanitize high-touch surfaces and promptly address spills and other safety concerns.
• Assist with setting up and rearranging rooms, tables, chairs, and equipment for programs, meetings, and events.
• Maintain assigned outdoor areas, including entrances and walkways.
• Inspect facilities and equipment and report maintenance needs, safety hazards, and equipment problems.
• Open, close, lock, unlock, and secure City facilities as directed.
• Safely operate custodial and maintenance equipment and properly handle cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Follow City policies, safety procedures, and established work schedules.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Independence

Communication

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Cleaning products

Maintenance tools

Job description

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The City of Solon Facilities Department is seeking a dependable and service-oriented individual to join our team as a part-time Custodian at the Senior Center. This position is responsible for a variety of custodial, cleaning, sanitation, and general facilities support duties. The Custodian plays an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, orderly, and welcoming environment for senior citizens, visitors, employees, and the public.

Key Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain floors, carpets, restrooms, offices, activity rooms, hallways, entrances, and common areas.
• Empty trash and recycling and replenish restroom and cleaning supplies.
• Sanitize high-touch surfaces and promptly address spills and other safety concerns.
• Assist with setting up and rearranging rooms, tables, chairs, and equipment for programs, meetings, and events.
• Maintain assigned outdoor areas, including entrances, walkways, and patios.
• Inspect facilities and equipment and report maintenance needs, safety hazards, and equipment problems.
• Open, close, lock, unlock, and secure City facilities as directed.
• Safely operate custodial and maintenance equipment and properly handle cleaning chemicals and supplies.
• Follow City policies, safety procedures, and established work schedules.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred and may be required depending on assignment.
• Previous custodial, janitorial, building maintenance, or grounds maintenance experience preferred.
• Knowledge of cleaning products, custodial equipment, basic maintenance tools, and workplace safety practices.
• Ability to work independently, follow instructions, communicate effectively, and work cooperatively with staff and the public.
• Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling as required.
• Ability to work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Valid State of Ohio driver's license may be required depending on assignment.

Work is performed primarily indoors, with occasional outdoor work in varying weather conditions. Employees may operate cleaning and maintenance equipment that produces moderate noise.

The City of Solon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, disability or military/veteran status in employment or provision of services. Individuals applying and requiring special accommodations regarding disabilities should contact the Human Resources Department.