Custodian, 201, Recreation Centers
City of Laredo, Laredo, TX, United States
General Maintenance And Repairs
Performs general maintenance and repairs for City facilities, including sweeping, mopping, disinfecting areas, and other cleaning duties.
Essential Duties/Job Competencies/Physical Requirements
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Dusts chairs, tables, shelves, and other furniture or equipment; cleans and polishes furniture and metal or woodwork.
Cleans and sanitizes bathrooms; replaces toilet paper and paper towels.
Vacuums, sweeps, mops, and buffs the floors; shampoos carpet.
Collects and disposes of trash and debris both indoor and outdoor.
Performs minor repairs of leaking water lines, as needed; unclogs sinks and commodes.
Performs general errands including delivering and distributing mail.
Performs related work as required.
Competencies For Successful Performance Of Job Duties
Knowledge Of:
English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Cleaning solutions and chemicals
Cleaning materials, methods, equipment, and procedures
General carpentry, electrical, plumbing work, and air conditioning and heating systems
Safety protocols
Skills And Abilities:
Organization and time management.
Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.
Effective communication, both orally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Meeting schedules and deadlines of the work.
Maintaining the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.
Complying with City policies and procedures.
Operating applicable equipment and machinery.
Work Environment/Conditions And Physical Demands
Physical Effort Requirements
Position will have the following exposures
Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
Work Environment Locations
Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments Never
Street environment (near moving traffic)
Construction site
Warehouse environment
Seldom
Outdoor environment
Confined space
Frequently
Office or similar indoor environment
Vehicles
Exposures
Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Never
Individuals with known violent backgrounds
Communicable diseases
Fumes or airborne particles
Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
Seldom
Individuals who are hostile or irate
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
Moving mechanical parts
Frequently
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
Travel
Position will require the employee to travel
Never:
Regional travel
National travel
International travel
Frequently
Local travel
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education And Experience
At least eighteen (18) years of age.
Valid Licenses And Certifications
Required Licenses Or Certifications
Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.
Performs general maintenance and repairs for City facilities, including sweeping, mopping, disinfecting areas, and other cleaning duties.
Essential Duties/Job Competencies/Physical Requirements
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.
Dusts chairs, tables, shelves, and other furniture or equipment; cleans and polishes furniture and metal or woodwork.
Cleans and sanitizes bathrooms; replaces toilet paper and paper towels.
Vacuums, sweeps, mops, and buffs the floors; shampoos carpet.
Collects and disposes of trash and debris both indoor and outdoor.
Performs minor repairs of leaking water lines, as needed; unclogs sinks and commodes.
Performs general errands including delivering and distributing mail.
Performs related work as required.
Competencies For Successful Performance Of Job Duties
Knowledge Of:
English grammar, spelling, and punctuation
Cleaning solutions and chemicals
Cleaning materials, methods, equipment, and procedures
General carpentry, electrical, plumbing work, and air conditioning and heating systems
Safety protocols
Skills And Abilities:
Organization and time management.
Performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature.
Effective communication, both orally and in writing.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Meeting schedules and deadlines of the work.
Maintaining the confidentiality of information and professional boundaries.
Complying with City policies and procedures.
Operating applicable equipment and machinery.
Work Environment/Conditions And Physical Demands
Physical Effort Requirements
Position will have the following exposures
Office or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.
Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.
Work Environment Locations
Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environments Never
Street environment (near moving traffic)
Construction site
Warehouse environment
Seldom
Outdoor environment
Confined space
Frequently
Office or similar indoor environment
Vehicles
Exposures
Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements
Never
Individuals with known violent backgrounds
Communicable diseases
Fumes or airborne particles
Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances
Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)
Seldom
Individuals who are hostile or irate
Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)
Moving mechanical parts
Frequently
Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
Travel
Position will require the employee to travel
Never:
Regional travel
National travel
International travel
Frequently
Local travel
Minimum Qualifications
Required Education And Experience
At least eighteen (18) years of age.
Valid Licenses And Certifications
Required Licenses Or Certifications
Valid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.
As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.
Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.
A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable.
City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.