CITY OF RIALTO
Approved by City Council:
FLSA Exemption Status: Group:
Custodian (PD)
All appointments to this position are subject to the successful completion of an in-depth background investigation conducted by the Rialto Police Department.
Clas
s specifications are intended to present a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
DEF
INITION
Under general supervision, performs routine custodial duties during assigned day or night shift to maintain buildings, office space, and adjacent grounds in a clean, orderly, and secure condition; operate and maintain a variety of cu stodial equipment; perform other job- related duties as assigned and/or as required.
DIST
INGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Under supervision, the individuals in this class work independently or as part of a team to perform routine and repetitive custodial tasks and have at least one year of experience in general building and grounds maintenance.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Receives general supervision from higher-level management or supervisory staff.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTION STATEMENTS--Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Perform routine custodial duties during an assigned shift to maintain buildings, office space, and adjacent grounds areas in a clean, orderly, and secure condition.
2. Sweep, scrub, and mop floors; vacuum rugs and carpets ; strip, wax , and refinish floors; shampoo and spot clean carpets.
3. Dust and polish furniture, light fixtures , and woodwork; empty and clean waste receptacles; clean and adjust shades or blinds.
4. Clean, scrub, and disinfect restrooms; wash windows and interior and exterior walls; polish metal work, clean sinks, mirrors , and other bathroom fixtures; restock paper supplies and soap as necessary.
5. Pick up paper, trash, and remove debris around grounds and in buildings; sweep and clean walkways and entrances.
6. Move and arrange furniture and equipment; set up facilities for special events and meetings.
7. Make minor, non -technical repairs as needed , such as replacing l ight bulbs and lighting tubes; plunging toilets and sinks , and changing fuses as related to custodial equipment ; identify and report maintenance problems.
CITY OF RIALTO
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8. Wash windows, glass partitions and walls.
9. Operate
and maintain a variety of custodial equipment, including a floor stripper, buffer, vacuum cleaner, and small power and hand tools; replace bags on vacuum cleaners as necessary.
10. Ensure security of facilities during assigned hours; lock gates, doors, and windows; monitor facilities for vandalism and safety and fire hazards and report to appropriate personnel; raise and lower flags, lock and unlock gates and doors; set security systems as needed.
11. Perform emergency cleanup services resulting from breakage, vandalism, spills, illness, and injury.
12. Assist with coordinating service repairs with outside providers and vendors; assist in receiving and distributing supplies and equipment.
13. Perform other job-related duties as assigned and/or as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of:
1. Basic cleaning methods, procedures, and techniques
2. Cleaning materials, supplies, and equipment
3. Safe working methods and procedures
Ability to:
1. Able to bend, reach, twist, push, pull, lift, and carry items associated with the job duties described above.
2. Use cleaning m
aterials, supplies, and equipment efficiently and effectively
3. Understand and follow oral and written directions
4. Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others
5. Work rotating and nontraditional shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays, and extended or irregular hours based on operational requirements.
Experience and Training Guidelines
Any combination of experience and traini ng that woul d likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain knowledge and abilities would be:
CITY OF RIALTO
Approved by City Council:
FLSA Exemption Status: Group:
Ex
perience:
The equivalent of six months of full -time, paid experience in custodial work, preferably in commercial, industrial, governmental, or similar organizations.
Ed
ucation:
Verification of a High School diploma, a GED certificate, or a higher degree.
L
icenses, Certifications, and Other Requirements:
• Verification of a valid California Driver's License
• Insurability by the City’s liability insurance carrier may be required WO
RKING CONDITIONS
En
vironmental Conditions:
Indoor and outdoor work environment.
Ph
ysical Demands:
The physical requirements indicated below are examples of the physical aspects that the position classification must perform in carrying out essential job functions. • Will infrequently exert 50 to 75 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects
• Will walk or stand for extended periods while sitting some of the time; will regularly ascend and descend ladders, stairs, and ramps
• Must possess the ability to hear and perceive the nature of sound • Must possess visual acuity and depth perception
• Must be capable of providing oral information, both in person and over the telephone/other communication devices
• Must possess the manual dexterity to operate hand tools and to handle and work with various materials and objects
Reas
onable accommodation may be provided to enable a person with a disability to perform the essential functions of the job.
Pot
ential Hazards:
Exposure to chemicals; working around and with machinery having moving parts; exposure to dust, fumes, and odors. Excessive noise. May be occasionally exposed to hot, cold, wet, humid, or windy conditions caused by weather.