DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Vacuum and shampoo carpeted areas.
- Sweep, mop, wax and polish hard-surfaced floors including stair areas using power driven machines as needed.
- Clean lavatories and lunchroom areas; replenish soap, paper, and other supplies.
- Assist with moving furniture or equipment as assigned.
- Dust and polish furniture, windowsills, blinds and other fixtures as required.
- Empty trash and garbage containers; collect trash in a central location on each floor for removal.
- Report any building repairs to Maintenance office.
- Refer work performance or discipline problems to the Foreman.
- Assist Foreman in maintaining supply and equipment inventory records.
*The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of all employees assigned to this job.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or GED.
- Must have ability to speak, read, and understand English, and to provide direction to others in English.
- Must be able to work with the tools and under the conditions described in this listing.
- Must have knowledge of custodial maintenance standards and techniques.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:
- Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination.
- This position is safety sensitive. Employment is subject to a pre-employment and random drug testing in accordance with all terms and conditions of federal and state rules and regulations regarding alcohol and/or drug testing.
- Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
- Employee must pass a background investigation.
- Employee must have a valid New Mexico driver's license by date of employment and retain a valid New Mexico driver's license while employed in this position.
WORKING CONDITIONS
- Work is performed primarily indoors on a flat even surface which may be carpet, tile, or concrete.
- Aspects of the position may require work in the outdoor environment.
- Indoor duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment.
- Outdoor work will expose employee to natural weather conditions.
- Employee is required to use stepladder; climb and descend stairs, and work on stairways.
- Work surface may be either wet of dry.
- Employee works primarily alone following written instructions, but may periodically work as part of a select team.
- Employee is exposed to intermittent noise and vibration factors, chemicals, fumes, industrial cleaning agents, power cleaning equipment operated on wet or slick surfaces, and risks associated with climbing ladders and stairs.
- Shift work may be required.
EQUIPMENT, TOOLS, AND MATERIALS
- Primary equipment utilized includes buffer machine, stripper machine, vacuum cleaner, duster, mop, bucket, wringer, dust mop, push broom, hand broom, dust pan, ladder, dolly, and cleaning supply cart.
- Worker uses cleaning solvents, industrial cleaning agents, water, soaps, deodorizer, and plastic and paper products.
- May be required to operate a County vehicle.
**NOTE: You are not required to disclose information about physical or mental limitations that you believe will not interfere with your capability to do the job. On the other hand, if you want the employer to consider special arrangements to accommodate a physical or mental impairment, you may identify that impairment in the space provided and suggest the kind of accommodation that you believe would be appropriate.
Mental Functions
Must be able to work effectively with Foreman, and convey information and directions to custodians. Must be able to read, write, and understand written instructions in English. Must be able to plan work schedule accurately so as to adhere to time demands. Must be able to maintain regular work schedule, so as to complete necessary tasks according to schedule. Must be able to maintain level of mental alertness in performing repetitious work, in order to ensure safety.
Physical Functions
Must be able to lift, operate, and move cleaning equipment, and assist in moving furniture such as tables, desks, chairs, and file cabinets. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders. Must be able to crouch, kneel, and crawl as needed. Must be able to bend at the waist and twist/rotate as needed. Must be able to work with arms extended or bent and be able to push/pull with arms. Must be able to use hands and fingers to grasp/manipulate a variety of equipment and supplies needed to perform essential job duties. Must be able to coordinate the use of hands and eyes in operating power equipment and performing cleaning duties.