Facilities Custodian & Maintenance Tech

Valdosta Police Department; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 13,776 - 19,286; Full time

Job summary

The Valdosta Police Department is seeking a dedicated custodian to perform custodial care and maintenance of department facilities. The role includes cleaning waste receptacles, restrooms, water fountains, floors, furniture, windows, and exterior surfaces; mowing lawns and basic repairs as needed.

Candidates should be able to read, write, perform basic math, follow instructions, and prioritize tasks. No prior experience required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of city safety policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of the use of various cleaning chemicals.
• Skill in operating such cleaning equipment as a vacuum cleaner, buffer, and various hand tools.
• Skill in following instructions.
• Skill in prioritizing work.
• Ability to read, write and perform basic mathematical calculations.

Responsibilities

• Empties and cleans waste receptacles; collects recyclables.
• Cleans and sanitizes restrooms; restocks restroom supplies.
• Cleans and sanitizes water fountains.
• Sweeps, mops, vacuums, waxes and buffs floors; spot-cleans carpets.
• Dusts and polishes furniture.
• Makes minor electrical and plumbing repairs; reports repair needs to appropriate personnel.
• Maintains cleaning and equipment supply inventory.
• Cleans windows and mirrors.
• Cleans blinds and window sills.
• Replaces light bulbs.
• Paints exterior and interior surfaces.
• Mows grass and performs other lawn maintenance functions at department facilities.
• Pressures washes sidewalks and other exterior surfaces.
• Performs related duties.

Skills

Knowledge of safety policies

Knowledge of cleaning chemicals

Operation of cleaning equipment

Reading and basic math

Prioritizing work

Tools

Vacuum cleaner

Buffer

Hand tools

Job description

The Valdosta Police Department is seeking a dedicated custodian to perform custodial care and maintenance of department facilities. The role includes cleaning waste receptacles, restrooms, water fountains, floors, furniture, windows, and exterior surfaces; mowing lawns and basic repairs as needed.

Candidates should be able to read, write, perform basic math, follow instructions, and prioritize tasks. No prior experience required.