CLASSIFICATION: FULL-TIME, OVERTIME ELIGIBLE, IBEW BARGAINING UNIT
STARTING WAGE: $20.85 – $24.39 PER HOUR, DOE
HOURS: SUN-FRI, 1900 – 0400 FLEXIBLE
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the daily supervision of the Superintendent of Facilities, the Custodian performs custodial duties. Work is generally observed and review both during performance and upon completion.
QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or possession of a GED certificate; Valid Alaska Driver’s License; Provide proof of Hepatitis A&B vaccine (or City will provide first round within 30 days of hire. Preference given to candidates with experience in janitorial duties, basic power and hand tools associated with cleaning equipment.
The Custodian is responsible for performing a variety of custodial duties throughout the Cordova Center and Public Safety Building to ensure the cleanliness of each facility while supporting basic maintenance, repairs, and upgrades.
DUTIES:
- Keeps building and property in clean, orderly, and safe conditions.
- Performs routine maintenance activities.
- Performs heavy cleaning duties.
- Responsible for sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, and vacuuming floors.
- Responsible for dusting furniture, walls, and equipment.
- Responsible for cleaning windows, mirrors, and partitions with soap and other cleansers.
- Responsible for cleaning and polishing furniture and fixtures.
- Ensures all trash is gathered and disposed of properly.
- Mixes cleaning solutions and chemicals in containers in preparation for cleaning, according to instructions.
- Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power machinery to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
- Manages inventory of cleaning supplies.
- Shovels snow and salts pavement on sidewalks of facilities as needed.
- Drives vehicles required to perform or travel to work as assigned, including city cars and vans.
- Notifies managers regarding the need for repairs or additions to building operating systems.
- Assists maintenance in other departments as needed.
WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed primarily indoors and occasionally outdoors of facilities outside of operating hours. Work requires constant physical efforts; maybe exposed to safety hazards, toxic and caustic chemicals, and dangerous tools and equipment. Must be able to work overnight, weekdays, weekends, and holidays. Schedule changes with advanced notice.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Refer to full description for physical requirements
LEGAL REQUIREMENTS: As a condition of employment, this position is subject to a background check (criminal history, verification of education and employment history).
TO APPLY: Apply online or download a City application and complete job description, which includes necessary knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions. Interested individuals should submit a City application to Human Resources, humanresources@cityofcordova.net. Applications accepted until position filled.
THE CITY OF CORDOVA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER