Location: Gloucester,VA, USA
Salary: Depends on QualificationsLocation : Gloucester, VAJob Type: Full-TimeJob Number: 05032024-01Department: FACILITIES MANAGEMENTOpening Date: 09/02/2024DescriptionWe are HIRING now! Full-Time Custodian(Gloucester County Department of Social Services-Location)Under close supervision, performs a variety of custodial duties in the care and maintenance of County buildings and facilities. Work involves using a variety of procedures, power and hand equipment, and supplies to maintain buildings in a neat, sanitary, presentable manner.Employee must exercise some independent judgment in completion of assigned tasks that are subject to inspection. Position reports to Custodial Supervisor. Working for the County as a Custodian offers the following:M-F work week/ 4pm-12:30am12 paid holidays a yearExcellent health insurance rates and benefitsHiring Salary: $32,820 depending on qualificationsCome be part of a knowledgeable and amazing work team committed to excellence in serving a thriving and growing community.OUR Community: Gloucester County Job Highlights Sweeps, mops, strips, waxes and buffs floor surfaces; vacuums and shampoos carpets. Cleans windows, walls, woodwork and light fixtures; polishes metal fixtures and handles. Cleans, supplies and sanitizes restrooms. Empties trash receptacles and takes to dump site. Cleans, dusts and polishes tables and other furniture. Cleans kitchen areas (counter tops, sinks, tables, etc.) where applicable. Sets up and breaks down conference rooms for meetings, arranging furniture as requested. Cleans and maintains stairwells and elevators Loads and unloads custodial supplies and equipment on trucks; transports equipment and supplies to other facilities. Secures and locks buildings at appropriate times. Hoists and takes down flags daily. Performs outdoor duties such as trash removal. Sweeps and maintains outside areas such as building entrances. Writes up maintenance issues and safety hazards. Performs other duties as assigned Qualifications Possession of a high school diploma/GED.Some experience in custodial work, including the use of heavy floor stripping, waxing, and buffing equipment preferred. Special Requirements Possess a valid driver's license; possess and maintain a driving record that meets established Gloucester County Driving Standards.Pass a post-offer, pre-employment physical; position subject to subsequent physical examinations to ensure incumbent meets physical job requirements.This position must pass an enhanced background check, including fingerprint tracing, to access secure spaces as necessary. To be considered for this position, your online application must include your resume and three (3) professional references.Professional references are individuals who can attest to your job related knowledge, skills and abilities while working or in a volunteer capacity and are not family or personally related. Professional references should include job title, company name and address, phone numbers and email address if available.Gloucester County is an Equal Opportunity Employer & Drug Free Workplace. Gloucester County Government offers an excellent benefit package that includes health care coverage, leave program and retirement benefits for all regular full-time employees. Gloucester County participates in the Virginia Retirement System (VRS) which requires a 5% mandatory contribution by employees.Visit our for additional information:01 The supplemental questions are very important and will be used to determine if you meet the basic qualifications as listed on the job posting and in the job description. I acknowledge that I must complete the supplemental questions section in order for my application to be considered complete. Yes No 02 What is your current highest level of education completed? I do not have a High School diploma or GED HS Diploma or GED Some College Associate's Degree Bachelor's Degree Master's Degree or higher 03 Briefly describe your customer service experience. Be sure to indicate which employer the experience is related. If none, enter N/A as your response. 04 What principles guide your conduct? Please describe examples of how you apply those principles in the work environment. 05 Based on the required work schedule for this position, do you have any schedule conflicts? If yes, please explain.If no, enter N/A as your response. 06 I have reviewed the job posting and understand in order for my application to be considered complete, I must attach my resume and provide 3 professional references. I acknowledge the above statement. Required Question