OVERVIEW:
As a Custodial Worker, under the general direction of the Building Maintenance Superintendent, your primary responsibility is to clean various buildings, offices, and bathrooms. This position requires the use of technology to expedite tasks, so strong computer knowledge is essential.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
These essential duties are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
- Performs the cleaning of county facilities, including tasks such as cleaning wood, linoleum, tile, and other types of floors, shampooing rugs and carpets, emptying trash cans, changing air filters, and cleaning vents. Additional duties include dusting all surfaces, waxing floors, ordering new cleaning supplies as needed, washing windows, maintaining a thorough inventory, and using equipment such as commercial vacuums, floor buffers, and carpet cleaners. Responsibilities also include collecting and disposing of trash and recycling.
- Act as a department representative and liaison to various county offices, government agencies, customers, law enforcement, and the general public.
- May be assigned to attend meetings, conferences, or public events to represent Athens County.
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned by the Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent.
- Maintains cleanliness of alleys and courthouse grounds.
- Snow removal duties as needed.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of agency policies, procedures, past practices and regulations.
- Knowledge of and ability to use equipment and supplies, computers, etc.
- Knowledge of work order system.
- Knowledge of custodial methods, techniques, supplies and equipment utilized in custodial operations.
- Knowledge of public relations; ability to record and relay correct information; proper phone and mail etiquette. MUST exhibit a pleasant public appearance as official county representative.
- Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to lift heavy loads with no restrictions on range-of-motion; ability to perform manual labor for extended periods of time.
- Ability to diagnose malfunctions and determine corrective measures; utilize hand-held power tools.
- Ability to interact effectively with the public and staff.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone, by email, and by personal contact.
- Must be able to effectively use and operate various pieces of office-related equipment, such as, but not limited to, personal computers, standard email, calculator, copier, and fax machine.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Possession and maintenance of a valid Ohio Driver License.
- Must be able to pass a background check and driving record check.
- Understanding of Ohio Public Records Law.
Please keep in mind, you represent Athens County as a whole, and your conduct is a representation of Athens County.
