- Position Summary
- Churchill County takes pride in the condition of its facilities. We are looking for someone to work for us who thinks appearances are important, too. To that end, we are recruiting for a part-time (19 hours per week), regular Custodian who would work at various county buildings, keeping them clean and in good order. It you have experience in this field, believe a thorough job is important, and can get work done quickly, consider applying for this position. You need to be an early-riser - the work hours for this position are 4 AM to 8 AM, Monday through Thursday, and 5 AM to 8 AM on Fridays. (Depending on the needs of the county, these hours may be changed.) Applications must be submitted online at www.churchillcounty.org/careers by 10 AM on June 3, 2019. Not many part-time jobs offer some sort of benefits, but as a part-time, regular employee for Churchill County, you would earn prorated vacation leave (3.8 hours per month) and sick leave (4.75 hours per month). You would also be paid 3.8 hours for any paid holidays. There are no PERS retirement or health insurance benefits attached to this position. Position Summary: Responsible for performing standard custodial and cleaning duties in County buildings, facilities and adjacent grounds; interacts with and provides standard information to the public. Distinguishing Characteristics This is the working level class in the custodial series. Work is performed without immediate supervision in an assigned area, and may involve working around other County staff and/or the public, depending upon assignment. This class is distinguished from Senior Custodian in that the latter provides lead direction to one or a small group of custodians on a shift/location.
- Essential Functions
- This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
- Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
- Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and polishes floors; sweeps, vacuums and spot cleans carpeted areas.
- Dusts and polishes furniture and woodwork; dusts counters, window sills, window blinds and similar fixtures.
- Empties, cleans and lines waste receptacles and disposes of trash.
- Washes doors, windows, walls, ceilings, window blinds and furniture; polishes metalwork.
- Cleans and disinfects restrooms; restocks restroom supplies as necessary.
- Cleans lighting fixtures and reports the need for bulb or tube replacement.
- Strips, seals and buffs floors.
- Closes windows, turns off lights, and locks doors to secure buildings.
- Reports the need for maintenance or repair of facilities to the appropriate supervisor; corrects or reports any fire or safety hazards and places barriers in public areas.
- Maintains equipment, materials and supplies in proper condition.
- Observes safe working practices, including maintaining storage areas in a safe condition.
- Follows label instructions to mix and dilute cleansers, disinfectants and stripping agents to ensure proper strength for use.
- Answers questions and provides standard information to the public if working in a public facility.
- Keeps basic records of work performed, time sheets, etc.
- May set up meeting rooms and rearrange furniture; may drive a County motor vehicle to specified work sites.
- May oversee the work of community service workers when assigned.
- Monitors visitors during facility hours of operation to ensure orderly conduct; reports unsafe conditions; opens and closes facility as required.
- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.
- Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
- Qualifications
- To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience
High School Diploma/GED; AND one (1) year of custodial/janitorial experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of:
- Proper cleaning methods and the safe usage of cleaning materials, disinfectants, custodial tools and equipment.
- Use and minor maintenance of hand and power tools and equipment used in custodial work.
- Safety practices and equipment related to the work.
- Basic shop mathematics.
- Basic record keeping practices.
- Basic techniques for dealing with the public.
- Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
- Safely using hand tools and power equipment related to the work.
- Understanding and following written and oral instructions.
- Working without close supervision in standard work situations.
- Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.
- Maintaining accurate records of work performed.
- Nevada Driver's License.
- Physical Demands and Working Environment
- The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in a typical shop or related maintenance setting, including operating typical trade equipment, hand and power tools and standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle to various work sites; stamina to stand, walk and climb and to work in confined or awkward spaces for an extended period of time; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone.
Work is subject to exposure to extreme weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, electrical currents, gases, dust and noxious odors.
Conditions of Employment
- Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
- New employees are required to submit to a background investigation and if hired for a safety-sensitive position, a drug/alcohol screen. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug/alcohol screen (if applicable).
- Churchill County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS, with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.
- Agency
- Churchill County
- Address
- 155 N Taylor Street, Suite 155 Fallon, Nevada, 89406
- Phone
- (775) 428-1311
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