Custodian I- Part Time

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Position Summary:

This is routine basic manual work cleaning public buildings.  Work involves performing routine cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, washing walls and windows, cleaning restrooms, picking up paper, etc.  Work is performed according to established routines and procedures or written or oral instructions.  Close supervision is received for new assignments; however, once routine assignments have been learned, they are performed without direct supervision.  Work originates because of the continuing need for general routine maintenance of public buildings.  Work is reviewed by the immediate supervisor by spot checks of work in progress and inspection of completed work.This is a part‑time position, 4 hours per day, Monday through Friday, from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Examples of Work Performed:

The following duties are typical of this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.

• Cleans building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, vacuuming, or polishing.
• Washes walls, windows, and woodwork.
• Empties waste baskets.
• Dusts, polishes, arranges, and moves furniture and equipment.
• Cleans restrooms and replenishes supplies.
• Cleans and polishes metal work.
• Locks doors at end of work shifts.
• Notifies supervisor in the event of unusual happenings.
• May assist with shoveling snow.
• Develops solutions to work issues that add value for our customers.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance; works extra hours as required.
• Performs related work as required.

Qualifications:

• High school graduation or equivalent and some paid work experience doing custodial duties preferred.
• A valid driver’s license and a driving record that meets County standards.

Necessary Special Qualifications:

• Because the job duties can involve access to secure areas and confidential and/or criminal and prosecutorial information, the selected candidate(s) must possess a good reputation and background which will withstand pre-appointment investigation, that will include finger-print check. Candidates must be free of any felony convictions to be considered for this position.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the materials, equipment, procedures, and methods used in cleaning buildings and offices.
• Knowledge of the operation and care of maintenance equipment and tools.

• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safe work practices relating to custodial services.

• Ability to perform more routine custodial duties without close supervision.
• Ability to follow instructions both written and verbal.
• Ability to operate buffers, vacuums, and other custodial equipment.
• Ability to perform manual custodial labor.
• Ability to recognize equipment in need of maintenance.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisor, building occupants, and the public
• Ability to work independently.

Physical Requirements:

High Physical Requirements - Job requires significant physical exertion, with tasks that involve more active movement. This job may include standing for long periods, lifting heavy objects, or engaging in manual labor.

All physical requirements are described with the intent to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job.

Selection Procedure:

The selection of the successful candidate may be made by assessment of education and work experience, oral interview, review of references, and/or other job-related selection procedures. Depending on position requirements, the selected candidate may be required to satisfactorily complete post-offer assessments, including but not limited to education verification, background checks, driver license verification, physical examination, psychological assessment, and drug screening paid for by the County.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Marathon County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information or protected veteran status.

Special Accommodations:

Marathon County will make arrangements to furnish appropriate auxiliary aids and services where necessary and reasonable to afford an individual with a disability the opportunity to participate in the recruitment process. Please notify the Employee Resources Department office or phone (715) 261-1451 to request special accommodations prior to the application deadline.

Notice to Applicants:

Wisconsin Statutes, Sections 19.36 (7), 64.09 (5), and 64.11 (7) require public employers to treat the following items as a public record: Each applicant’s application, records, recommendations, and qualifications except as provided in Section 19.36 (7), Wis. Stats. that allows the identity of an applicant to remain confidential if the applicant requests in writing that the County not provide access to this information.  If you choose not to have this information become a public record, you must make such a request in writing to the Employee Resources Department. If you become a finalist for the position, your identity may be disclosed as required by law