Swing Shift Custodian I

City of Altoona; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous benefits

Job summary

City of Altoona is seeking a dedicated Custodian to maintain cleanliness and orderliness of municipal buildings and surrounding grounds. The role includes performing various custodial tasks and ensuring facilities are safe and welcoming for staff and the public.

The position operates on a swing shift with schedule variations to cover departmental needs, including occasional shifts Monday through Friday. Applicants should be able to work independently and lift heavy objects, with strong attention

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Thoroughly clean floors by mopping, scrubbing, vacuuming and maintain floors (strip/wax/polish).
• Dust furniture and fixtures; polish brass and clean windows.
• Sanitize restrooms and replenish supplies.
• Maintain exterior grounds: cut grass, trim hedges, shovel snow as needed.
• Perform minor repairs and report significant damage.
• Move furniture and deliver supplies as required.
• Inventory custodial supplies and equipment; order materials as needed.
• Keep custodial equipment in good working order and follow safety protocols.
• Assist with occasional painting and other maintenance tasks.
• Open and close facilities, ensuring security and safety.

Skills

Custodial equipment

Safety practices

Time management

Independent worker

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Vacuum cleaners

Floor machines

Ladders

Job description

The City of Altoona is seeking a dedicated and reliable Custodian to join the team. The Custodian will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of municipal buildings and their surrounding grounds. This role includes performing various custodial tasks and ensuring that facilities are safe and welcoming for both employees and the public.

This position will work a swing shift: 8a-4p Monday, (Off Tuesday and Off Wednesday) Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The ideal applicant will need to be available to work alternating shifts Monday through Friday 8:30a-4:30p when needed to cover departmental needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Thoroughly cleaning floors through mopping, scrubbing, and vacuuming; stripping, waxing, and polishing floors and furniture.
• Dusting furniture and fixtures, including polishing brass and cleaning windows.
• Sanitizing lavatories and replenishing restroom supplies.
• Maintaining the exterior of the premises by cutting grass, trimming hedges, and shoveling snow as necessary.
• Conducting minor repairs and replacing light bulbs; reporting significant damage to the appropriate personnel.
• Moving furniture and delivering supplies efficiently.
• Keeping inventory of custodial supplies and equipment; ordering materials when necessary.
• Maintaining custodial equipment in good working condition and following safety protocols.
• Assisting with occasional painting projects and carrying out other maintenance tasks.
• Opening and closing facilities as needed, ensuring security and safety.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Familiarity with custodial equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Knowledge of safe cleaning practices and minor repair techniques.
• Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions.
• Capacity to work independently while managing time efficiently to complete daily tasks.
• Physical ability to lift heavy objects and remain on feet for extended periods.
• Strong attention to detail in maintaining cleanliness and facility safety.
• Ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and public visitors.

Generous benefit package with potential for advancement.

The City of Altoona is an Equal Opportunity Employer.