Custodian - Nights, Beaches (Ops)

General Information

Work Location: Manatee, Coquina and Bayfront Beaches, Bradenton, Florida

Work Hours: Wed-Sun OR Fri-Tues 6:30PM - 11:30PM

Parks and Beaches: Property Management

Work is mostly outside. Main responsibility is to ensure the cleanliness of Manatee County Parks and Beaches. Primary duties include but are not limited to: Trash pickup and removal, sweeping, mopping, cleaning restrooms, pressure washing pavilions and amenities. This position requires constant lifting of 15-44 lbs., reaching above shoulder height, pushing, kneeling, crawling, stooping, walking on uneven surfaces, and bending. Climbing a ladder may also be required.

Working Conditions

Constant: Work inside, with chemicals and solvents. Visual Frequent: Work in dry conditions, working with moving objects and with odors. Occasional: Work outside, in heat, cold, high humidity, in dampness or chilliness, in darkness, in or with dusty conditions, with grease or oils, on slippery surfaces, in or with ladders/scaffolding, at heights above ground level, with poor ventilation, and with unusual fatigue factors. Crawling, kneeling, stooping.

Job Description

Essential Functions

These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.

Ensures the general cleanliness of assigned County offices and buildings.

Sweeps, mops, polishes and vacuums floors of assigned offices and buildings.

Washes walls, windows, ceiling vents, woodwork and mirrors, which may involve climbing ladder.

Cleans all rest rooms and fixtures; checks and stocks supply; ensures that all lavatory installations are working and reports those that need repair; makes other minor repairs as needed.

Removes and disposes of all rubbish and trash in designated areas, clean desks, cabinets and furniture. May require crawling, kneeling and/or stooping to clean debris areas under desks, etc.

Performs major cleaning operations such as floor stripping.

May drive trash trucks to dump. Light duty trucks only.

May set up displays, conference rooms, etc.

May perform as a lead person providing training, guidance, and direction to employees of the same level or lower level regarding proper use of equipment and maintenance of offices and buildings.

May prepare reports and maintain work records, prepare estimates on the amounts and kinds of materials needed, and provide recommendation for preventative maintenance required to keep repair work to a minimum.

Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.

Minimum Qualifications

The ability to read and write, understand and follow instructions is required.

Must be familiar with the power tools, equipment and professional materials used in custodial services.

Valid driver license required, with valid Florida Driver License required within 30 days of hire.

More

At least one-year experience in janitorial or related custodial work highly desired.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Constant: Lifting 15-44 lbs., use of fingers, both hands, good vision near and far, good hearing, walking, standing and bending.

Knowledge of building/office cleaning processes, supplies and equipment.

Knowledge of the work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with materials and equipment.

Ability to read instructions on cleaning supplies.

Ability to understand and carry out oral instructions.

Ability to perform routine custodial duties without immediate supervision.

Ability to work effectively with other employees.

Ability to train and supervise others.

Reaching above shoulder, pushing, kneeling and balancing. Occasional: Climbing ladder, reaching, distinguishing shades of colors, crawling, kneeling, stooping, and operating a vehicle.

Veterans Preference

In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.

EEO/ADA Statement

Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865.

Drug-Free Workplace

Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.

Emergency Response/Recovery Activities

All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

No Benefits Offered

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VERY IMPORTANT - When answering supplemental questions about experience, education or certification, please be sure the information is reflected in the Education, Work Experience and Certificates and Licenses sections of your application.

Must include Monthly Salary, Name of Employer, Location, Phone Number and Duties for each employer in Work Experience.

Note: "See Resume" is not acceptable.

Identify all gaps not related to medical reasons.

• I acknowledge the above statement

02

If you are claiming Veteran's Preference, please check category of eligibility

• A disabled veteran who is eligible for receiving compensation under public law administered by Department of Veteran's Affairs and Department of Defense

• The spouse of a veteran who cannot qualify for employment because of total and permanent service-connected disability, or spouse of a veteran missing in action, captured or forcefully detained by a foreign power

• A wartime veteran who has served at least 1 day during a wartime period (active duty for training may not be eligible)

• An un-remarried widow or widower of a Veteran who died of a service-connected disability

• The mother, father, legal guardian, or un-remarried widow or widower of a service member who died as a result of military service under combat-related conditions as verified by the U.S. Department of Defense

• A current member of any reserve component for the United States Armed Forces or the Florida National Guard

• A veteran with a "Honorable" discharge (Active duty for training may not be allowed for eligibility)

• Not claiming Veteran's Preference

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Which level of education have you achieved?

• No high school equivalency

• High school graduate/equivalent

• Associates degree

• Bachelors degree

• Masters degree

04

Do you have the ability to read and write, understand, and follow instructions?

• Yes

• No

05

Are you familiar with the power tools, equipment and professional materials used in custodial services?

• Yes

• No

Required Question

Agency Manatee County Government

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