Part Time Custodian

Salary Range: $18.1407-$23.1169/hour

• Starting salary is dependent upon qualifications, but in most cases is no higher than the midpoint for the range.

Hours vary: Saturday and Sunday 5 pm- close (shift end time will vary based on end time of events/rentals).

NATURE OF WORK:

This is semi-skilled custodian work involving cleaning and maintenance of interior and exterior areas of the facility. Work includes cleaning restrooms and windows, mopping, sweeping, trash removal, sweeping sidewalks, opening and securing the building, recycling, stocking, room set-ups and breakdowns, including AV equipment, light plumbing, painting, carpentry, and small repair and maintenance of machines ensuring that the interior and exterior of the facility is presentable at all times. Work regularly exposes the employee to cleaning chemicals dust and dirt. Safety equipment such as hard hats, safety glasses, respirators, gloves, lumbar support, reflective vests, steel-toed shoes, and earplugs are worn.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (Specific assignment will include some or all of the following):

• Opens and closes the building/facility, including opening, unlocking, and locking interior and exterior doors at the beginning and end of each workday.? Responds to emergencies and other calls for service via radio or telephone calls.

• Removes recycling materials from all designated containers throughout the facility, indoors and outdoors.

• Cleans and maintains the interior and exterior of City buildings.

• Maintains an orderly atmosphere and cautions users about conduct and misuse of public property, updating the supervisor of any unsafe conditions or needed repairs.

• Removes snow and debris, including litter from adjacent areas surrounding the center, sidewalks, and property walkways keeping the premises in an orderly condition.

• Maintains building which may include, but is not limited to, minor and routine painting, washing walls and cleaning window treatments, washing windows, dusting/polishing furniture, and minor equipment repairs.

• Moves furniture in and out of rooms; sets up tables, chairs, Audio Visual (AV), and other equipment and supplies for meetings; installs, assembles, and disassembles holiday decorations; conducts an annual inventory of furniture and office equipment.

• Cleans and maintains the interior and exterior of the facility including restrooms, gymnasium washrooms, kitchen, and meeting rooms. Cleans and mops floors. Clean glass, replace light bulbs, replace soap dispensers, toilet tissue, and paper towel holders.

• Cleans vents, checks fire extinguishers, and performs related work.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.

• Must possess two (2) or more years of work experience in custodial/facility maintenance or similar experience.

• Must possess a valid driver's license and a safe driving record.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities in the following areas:

o Knowledge of the materials, methods, tools, and equipment used in the field of custodial/facility maintenance including, but not limited to, brooms, brushes, mops, floor buffers, snow blower, vacuum cleaner, rake, mop, hand tools, hammer, screwdriver, cleaning cloths, detergents, measuring containers, and solvents.

o Knowledge of the hazards and precautions of the equipment and chemicals used.

o Ability to operate hand and power tools safely and effectively.

o Ability to read, understand, and apply instructions for the safe application of chemicals and/or cleaning supplies.

o Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the public.

o Ability to greet the public courteously

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF WORK:

• Ability to work in confined spaces and to work safely around operating equipment.

• Ability to exert up to 75 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 2The pounds of force constantly in order to move objects

• Ability to work outdoors, occasionally, in a variety of weather conditions such as extreme cold, high winds, rain, snow, sleet, high temperatures and humidity.

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor including, but not limited to, lifting heavy objects, climbing, sitting or standing for long periods of time; bend, crawl, identify or distinguish colors, recognize depth of objects, focus on small or distant objects, talk and hear.

• Frequently exposed to dangerous equipment, loud noises, vibrations, dust, dirt and odors

• Ability to lift chairs and tables and deliver heavy merchandise to departments

SUPERVISION:

Work is performed under the general direction/supervision of the Division Center Manager or their designee. Assignments may vary from season to season and day to day. Assignments can be either verbal or written, with the employee determining proper procedure and work methods and is responsible for completing the work according to City work rules and safety regulations. Work is reviewed through ongoing observation, written and verbal communication, meetings, and feedback from supervisors and other department employees. Guidance is provided through rules and regulations, policies and procedures, Unified Work Rules, Union Contract, Personnel Rules, and OSHA. Work is evaluated at least annually for the safe and skilled operation of equipment, quality of tasks, adherence to work rules, and performance per this classification standard.

PUBLIC CONTACT:

The employee will have contact with the general public in city-owned buildings. The employee may need to respond to questions and complaints and provide general direction to the public; the employee has regular contact with other City employees toin order to share information and complete work assignments.

Chosen candidates will be required to provide proof of licenses, certifications, and education required for this position. Candidates will also be subject to qualifying pre-employment processes, including medical examination, drug/alcohol screen, employment verification, and criminal background check.

The City of Evanston is an equal opportunity employer and ensures against discrimination in employment on the basis of a person's race, color, sex, age, religion, disability, national origin, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, military discharge status, source of income, housing status, or gender identity. The City of Evanston is also committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. Any person needing mobility or communications access assistance should contact Human Resources at 847-448-8204 (voice) or 847-866-5095 (TTY).