Custodian (Part-Time & Full-Time)
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Salary: $20.02 - $26.82 HourlyLocation : SacramentoJob Type: Part-Time & Full-TimeJob Number: 2024-LCUSTOD-07Department: Facilities DepartmentOpening Date: 07/30/2024DescriptionPerforms a variety of tasks to ensure that the library facilities are kept clean and presentable; and performs other related duties as assigned. Examples of Duties(Functions listed 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.)

• Cleans and sanitizes the building's restrooms and its fixtures;
• Monitors and replenishes soap, paper towel and toilet paper dispensers;
• Vacuums carpeted floors;
• Sweeps and mops hard floors;
• Cleans and sanitizes the building's drinking water fixtures;
• Cleans and dusts the building's furnishings, shelving, etc.;
• Cleans the elevator cars and doors;
• Cleans interior and exterior windows;
• Cleans heat and air vents;
• Cleans staff rooms, meeting rooms and kitchens;
• May assist with room set-up;
• Reports all building issues to the Supervisor;
• Maintains positive relationships with other staff and members of the public;
• Requires regular and punctual employee presence;
• Acts as a representative of Sacramento Public Library to the public;
• Attends meetings and participates in various team activities when needed; and
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Typical QualificationsKnowledge of:

Sacramento Public Library's policies and procedures;

Proper cleaning procedures;

Ability to:

Perform manual labor for extended periods of time;

Follow simple written and oral instructions;

Ability to prioritize and multitask;

Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with other staff and members of the public;

Understand the customer's needs and deliver services by focusing on the customer;

Take initiative to ensure a positive and successful customer experience by contributing to finding solutions, regardless of assigned responsibility;

Respond to customers and address customer complaints/problems in a timely, accurate, courteous, respectful and friendly manner;

Possess attention to detail and follow through on tasks effectively and efficiently; and

Keep all relevant parties informed of all major issues and recommend changes where appropriate;

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Six months relevant experience

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, BONDING AND/OR TESTING REQUIREDA valid Class C California Drivers license may be required for some positions at the time of appointment.OTHER REQUIREMENTSSafely operating relevant cleaning equipment and safely using chemical cleaning products. Supplemental InformationWORKING CONDITIONSEnvironment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Work usually occurs indoors with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions. Cleaning machines may be noisy and some tasks may be noisy and some tasks can be dirty and unpleasant. Requires routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions. Work involves routine risks or discomforts which require special safety precautions, e.g., working around moving parts, or machines or the use of protective clothing or gear such as gloves. Work environment also involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as libraries, offices or meeting and training rooms, e.g., use of safe work place practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls and observance of fire and building safety regulations and traffic signals when driving.Physical Abilities:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Requires constant bending, stooping and stretching
• Spends 90% of the time standing or walking
• Work involves either pushing or pulling heavy furniture or equipment of up to 150 pounds or lifting furniture up to 60 pounds.

Full-Time and Part-Time Career employees are eligible for Health, Dental, Vision, and more! 01 What type of employment are you interested in?

• Part Time
• Full Time

02 Do you have a High School Diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No

03 Do you have a valid Class C Driver's License?

• Yes
• No

04 How much experience do you have working as a custodian or janitor?

• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to 1 Year
• 1 Year to 2 Years
• 2 Years to 3 Years
• 3 Years to 4 Years
• 4 Years or more

05 Do you have experience safely operating relevant cleaning equipment and safely using chemical cleaning products?

• Yes
• No

06 How do you stay motivated during repetitive tasks? 07 How might your previous custodial work responsibilities set you apart from other candidates? 08 Oftentimes your work involves being around and interacting with the general public. Is there anything that might make you feel uncomfortable about that? Required Question