Custodial Worker, Zoo

Description

The purpose of this classification is to perform various cleaning and maintenance activities required in and around public facilities.

Examples of Duties

Performs general cleaning tasks in the maintenance of city buildings: dusting, vacuuming and or washing of fixtures, furnishings, windows, and walls; removes and disposes of waste; waxes and polishes floors.

Cleans restrooms and replenishes restroom supplies.

Requests the replenishing of and handles the storing of janitorial equipment and supplies.

Maintains the grounds of city buildings: mows grass and trims edges, trims hedges, rakes leaves, sweeps sidewalks, picks up litter, tends flower beds.

Performs minor maintenance and repair tasks: changes light bulbs; unstops sinks and toilets; paints in and around buildings where journeyman painting skills are not required; reports other needed repairs to the facility manager.

Performs manual labor: moves furniture as requested; runs errands; delivers supplies.

Prepares facilities for meetings and related functions; loads, unloads, sets up, and erects area bleachers, chairs, tables, stages, and other required equipment and fixtures; moves furniture and equipment; performs physical setup of special events/activities; installs, erects, or hangs holiday decorations; assists with traffic control during event; cleanups after events.

Typical Qualifications

High School diploma or GED is preferred; some experience in janitorial or custodial work is preferred; or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess a valid driver's license. Will be required to obtain a valid State of Louisiana driver's license at time of appointment and maintain throughout employment for this classification.

The City of Alexandria is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, or disability.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our website.

Agency City of Alexandria, LA

Address 625 Murray Street

P.O. Box 71

Alexandria, Louisiana, 71309

Phone 318-449-5078

318-449-5030

Website http://www.cityofalexandriala.com