Junior Building Custodian

City of Boston; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Junior Building Custodian to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and upkeep of a library building, ensuring a welcoming environment for all visitors. Your duties will include cleaning floors, windows, and furniture, as well as maintaining the grounds surrounding the facility. This full-time position offers an opportunity to work in a supportive environment, where your contributions will be valued. If you are detail-oriented and enjoy working as part of a team, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently and accept responsibility.
• Demonstrated teamwork and superior work habits.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial work including cleaning and maintenance of the library building.
• Maintain grounds and ensure cleanliness of the facility.

Skills

Cleaning and Maintenance

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Vacuum Cleaners

Lawn Mowers

Cleaning Equipment

Job description

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Overview:
Brief Job Description (essential functions of the job):

General Duties/Class Specifications

Under immediate supervision, performs custodial work in connection with the cleaning and maintenance of a library building and performs related duties as required.

Typical Duties

Responsibilities :

• Sweeping, washing, polishing, and vacuuming floors (concrete, asphalt tile, linoleum, vinyl tile, cork, terrazzo, marble, wooden tile, carpet), including the use of detergents, sawdust, mops, pails, brooms, and the use and care of cleaning equipment (vacuum cleaners, waxing and polishing machines, and carpet cleaners).
• Caring for light fixtures, shades, reflectors, lenses, prismatic glass, and other building furnishings and equipment.
• Cleaning, packing, and moving books.
• Moving furniture and equipment.
• Maintaining grounds adjacent to the building, such as; the cutting of grass, the planting of grass and flower seeds, the trimming of shrubbery (using and caring for power lawn mowers, hand mowers, and garden tools), shoveling snow, and keeping walks and steps clear of ice during winter, and sweeping walks and keeping grounds free of debris.
• Collecting paper, newspapers, and other materials for recycling.
• Washing windows, woodwork, toilets, lavatories, washrooms, and fixtures.
• Dusting and polishing furniture.
• Emptying and cleaning waste, trash, and garbage receptacles.
• Replacing light bulbs.
• Operating and caring for various kinds of fire extinguishers and having knowledge of fire accident prevention in library buildings.
• Receiving and storing items used in building maintenance work.
• Having knowledge of the proper display of the flag of the United States.
• Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to accept responsibility and to carry out assignments independently.
• Demonstrated ability to work well with others; superior work habits and organization ability; dependability, tact, and courtesy.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and focus on detail as required by the job.
• CORI - Must successfully clear a Criminal Offenders Record Information check with the City of Boston.

Additional Requirements

• Boston Residency Required.
• Shifts to be filled: Tuesday through Saturday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Terms

• Union/Salary Plan/Grade: AFSCME/M-4
• Hours per week: 40

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industries: Government Administration

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