Lead Custodian (52900)

SUMMARY: This position is responsible for functioning as lead custodian worker while performing a variety of tasks in assigned areas. This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the Collective Bargaining Agreement upon completion of probationary period.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Vacuuming, sweeping, and emptying trash receptacles.

- Cleans restrooms and restocks paper and soap supplies.

- Performs routine maintenance to custodial equipment and/or supplies.

- Directs the work of lower-level Custodial Workers to include assigning workload and monitoring employee performance.

- Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies.

- Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

- Maintains adequate supplies for the day to day needs of custodial staff.

- Cleans fixtures, blinds, pictures, shelves, drapes and ashtrays.

- Wash windows, restrooms and kitchens.

- Assist in shoveling snow in entryways.

- Move furniture and perform set-ups as necessary.

- Shampoo carpets, strips and waxes floors, as required.

- Shovels snow in entryways as required.

- Dusts and Mops floors.

- Maintain regular attendance.

- Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

- EDUCATION : High School Diploma or GED.

- EXPERIENCE: Three (3) years experience working as a Custodial Worker.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

- Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, holidays, odd hours, and emergency calls.

- Must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Drivers License.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

- Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instruction.

- Knowledge in properly handling hazardous chemicals and materials.

- Knowledge in proper cleaning techniques.

- Knowledge of safety procedures.

- Ability to give direction while functioning as a lead worker.

- Knowledge of supplies, equipment, and/or services ordering and inventory control.

- Ability to understand and follow safety procedures.

- Ability to operate vacuums and other related equipment.

- Ability to read and write effectively.

- Ability to understand, follow and enforce safety procedures.

- Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.

- Ability to lead and train staff.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

- Lifting 0 to 50 pounds – Frequently

- Lifting greater than fifty pounds – Occasionally

- Standing – Frequently

- Walking – Frequently

- Bending – Frequently

- Squat – Frequently

- Climbing – Frequently

- Kneeling – Frequent

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

- May be exposed to hazardous chemicals and materials.

- Work in dirty/dusty conditions – Frequently

- Work in noisy conditions – Occasionally

- Work around fumes and odors – Frequently

- Work in wet and humid environments – Occasionally

- Work in poorly lit areas – Occasionally

- Work on elevated heights – Occasionally