Custodian

Job Description

The City of Renton has a fantastic opportunity for a responsible custodian to join our Public Works team. The position performs a variety of physical tasks that keep our City facilities looking their best. If you are someone who is careful, thorough, and attentive to all aspects of cleaning and tidying, this may be the job for you. The custodian schedule is Wednesday – Sunday, 4:30am – 1:00pm.

• Deferred compensation with the City contributing 3% of the employee's salary.
• VEBA Plan with the City contributing 1% of the employee salary.
• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance at affordable rates.
• Paid leave for vacation, sick, eleven holidays and two "personal" holidays a year.
• State of Washington Department of Retirement Systems Public Employee Retirement System (PERS) plan enrollment.

• Sweep, scrub, mop, strip wax and buff floors.
• Vacuum and shampoo rugs and carpets in offices and other work areas.
• Wash windows and walls; clean and adjust shades and blinds.
• Dust and polish furniture and woodwork; polish metal fixtures.
• Pick up trash; empty and clean waste receptacles.
• Maintain custodial room and cart in a clean and safe manner.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms including but not limited to floors, walls, fixtures, appliances, and mirrors; clean and sanitize toilets, urinals, sinks and drinking fountains; restock supplies.
• Move furniture and equipment; set up equipment and rooms for special events, meetings, lectures, and other events.
• Perform minor repairs to buildings and fixtures; report repair and maintenance needs and assist others in making repairs as required.
• Clean graffiti.
• Blow and clear sidewalks and entry ways.
• Remove dead rodents, spider infestations and human and animal waste from City and parks facilities.
• Inspect the security of facilities checking for hazards, vandalism, and ensuring doors and windows are properly secured and alerting security personnel of unauthorized or suspicious individuals or activities on property.
• Maintain the safety of facilities by adhering to custodial industry standards of safety and health practices.
• Operate a variety of equipment and hand and power tools used in custodial work.
• Replace fluorescent light tubes.
• Maintain records related to work performed including security checks and custodial supply orders.
• Contribute to an environment of teamwork and respect.
• Foster a culture of equity and inclusion by recognizing the diverse needs and perspectives of groups and individuals.
• Remain current with relevant technological advancements as it relates to field.
• Participate in and help provide cross-training in processes as directed by management to ensure a well-rounded team for coverage purposes.
• Maintain regular, reliable, and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• May be assigned to support City priorities during emergencies.

• Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of this classification.
• Valid driver's license.
• Successful passing of a driving record check.
• Successful passing of a required background check and national fingerprint-based records check.

• Drive to offsite locations to perform essential functions.
• Move throughout City facilities and buildings.
• Operate a computer and other office equipment.
• Communicate with City employees and residents.
• Lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Lift heavy objects in awkward and confined spaces, using proper lifting and rigging techniques.
• Bending, stretching, and standing for extended periods.

• Work is performed in an office environment and outdoors in all weather conditions occasionally.
• Exposure to hazardous materials and noise from equipment.
• May be required to participate in a standby or on-call rotation.
• Noise level out in the field is moderately loud.
• Noise level in the office is moderately quiet.
• Work evening and/or weekend hours as needed.

Approved reasonable accommodation requests will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

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