Custodian

$38,605 - $38,605/Yr

City Of Owosso - Owosso, MI

Full-time

Owosso, MI

Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction

About the position

The Custodian position in Owosso, MI involves performing a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance and custodial duties in and around city facilities. The role requires the use of power-driven equipment and manual cleaning techniques to ensure the care and maintenance of city buildings and grounds. Regular attendance is essential, and the position operates under the direction of the Public Services Director or a higher-grade employee.

Responsibilities

• Operate a variety of power equipment used in the maintenance of city buildings and grounds.
• Operate trucks of various sizes used in the maintenance of city buildings and grounds.
• Clean and sanitize restroom facilities and fixtures including sinks, urinals, and toilets and replenish supplies in restrooms.
• Sweep, vacuum, mop and maintain floors as needed; vacuum and shampoo carpets.
• Dust office areas, clean windows and door glass. Remove trash and replace trash bags.
• Perform maintenance tasks such as mowing, snow removal, moving and arranging furniture, repairs to drains, furniture and equipment.
• Perform ground maintenance, raking, sweeping, cold patching and removing debris.
• Provide supervisor with a list of supplies and materials on an as-needed basis.
• Identify and report potential hazards, major repairs and unusual events.
• Ensure the proper maintenance of equipment and tools by cleaning and checking equipment and tools after use.
• Work with the elevator company on quarterly inspections leading up to state inspections and load testing.
• Assist City Clerk's office with confidential shredding of documents in coordination with the DJ Root Recycling Center.
• Assist the City Clerk's office with transport, set-up and tear down of election equipment at off-site precinct locations.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or GED equivalent.
• Any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to establish effective working relationships and use good judgment, initiative and resourcefulness when dealing with other employees and the public.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work independently and complete assignments in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow safety and operational guidelines.
• Working knowledge of HVAC systems.
• Valid State of Michigan vehicle operator's license required.
• CJIS compliance including: annual security awareness test, fingerprinting and background check required.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance