Public service Jobs in McAllen, TX

Job Title: Custodian Classification: Non-Exempt

Department: Public Works Division: Administration

Supervisor: Water Distribution Foreman Effective: 08/07/2012

I. JOB SUMMARY

Keeps city owned/used building(s) in clean and orderly conditions. May sweep, mop or scrub hallways, offices, restrooms, locker rooms, showering areas and stairs. May empty trash and garbage containers to designated trash bins outside the building. May maintain building, performing minor and routine painting, plumbing, electrical wiring, and other related maintenance activities using hand tools. May clean debris from sidewalks and driveway from street to building. May mow lawn, trim shrubbery, and cultivate flowers, using hand tools and power tools. May move and/or set up desks, tables, file cabinets, storage cabinets, and chairs in building as directed. May replace burned out light bulbs and dirty air conditioner filters. May clean restroom fixtures with proper cleaning solution and disinfectant. May remove old wax from floor and prepare for new wax as directed or scheduled. May apply new wax and buff walk space to a shine. May mix water, detergents, or chemicals to prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications. May scrub with appropriate cleaning solution and/or apply wax or other protective coating as required to walls, shelves, tables, sinks, desks, etc. Keep building secure from other persons entering after regular operating hours and while janitor work is being performed. Be sure all doors to be locked are locked and all windows are closed and locked before leaving each day/night. Report major building maintenance repair needs to the supervisor. Individual will perform other assigned duties by supervisor/department head as needed.

Qualifications

II. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS? High school diploma preferred, but not required.? Must have oral and written communication skills in English to at least the 9th grade level (to include correct spelling).? Six (6) months experience in a job as a janitor preferred or the ability to learn the job through on-the-job training.? Knowledge of proper sequence of activities required to perform the job preferred.III. EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS? Applicant will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration.? Applicant must take and pass a drug, physical, and pre-placement screenings administered by the City of Mission doctor at the City's expense.? Applicant must have a current valid class "C" Texas driver license from the department of Public Safety with no more than two (2) moving traffic violations within the past two (2) years.

Miscellaneous Information

IV. SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS? Ability to follow a firm work schedule as directed by supervisor.? Ability to established and maintain and effective working relationship with co-workers and supervisor.? Ability to perform work tasks independent of constant supervision.? Ability to perform repetitive work on a continuous basis.? Ability to match or discriminate between colors by sight or from memory sufficient to distinguish color safety codes and perform job accurately and safely.? Ability to move hands easily and skillfully to handle/operate tools/machines to perform required tasks.? Ability to interpret city policy and procedure in relation to the job position, safety, and health.? Ability to perform a variety of different types of tasks without the variety itself causing a loss of efficiency.? Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions that require individual thought to complete the task or a series of tasks.? Ability to perform activities of a routine, concrete, or organized nature.V. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS? Maintain assigned city building(s) in a clean and orderly condition.? Sweep, mop, vacuum, and /or dust floors in offices, restrooms, storage areas, hallways, conference rooms, and other areas of the city owned/ used buildings.? Dust and /or wax desks, table tops, and work surfaces as directed.? Mix water, detergents, or chemicals to prepare cleaning solution according to specifications as directed.? Strip floor surfaces of wax or other protective coating and apply new wax or protective coating.? Operate buffer and other cleaning equipment within common, acceptable, and demonstrated safety procedures.? Replace burned out light bulbs and filters in air conditioning/ heating system as directed or scheduled.? Maintain outside walkways clean of debris and dirt. (May include driveway from public street to front of building).? Mow grass in designated areas around building as directed.? Trim shrubbery and grass around walkways, driveways, and buildings.? Move and /or set up desks, tables, chairs, and/or storage cabinets as directed.? Clean restroom fixtures with proper cleaning solution and disinfectant as directed.? Clean /remove debris from any location in or around the assigned building(s) which may constitute a safety/health hazard.? Maintain security in the building in accordance with the city policy and procedures.City of Mission Job DescriptionJob Title: Custodian con't - page 3 ? Report all major building maintenance repair needs, safety, or security problems to the supervisor on the day detected or the following day in the manner required by city policy and procedures.? Submit reports to the supervisor as required on a timely basis.? Perform all job functions with special attention to good public relations, safety, health, and proper procedures.? Follow a specific work scheduled if directed.? Maintain a sufficient inventory of materials, tools, and equipment on the site to perform job requirements without interruption.? Attend meetings as directed by supervisor.? Perform minor and routine maintenance through painting, plumbing, electrical wiring, and carpenter activities.VI. NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS? Assist moving furniture when needed.VII. EQUIPMENT/MATERIALSSafety equipment/materials to include but not limited to the following? Small power tools, Vacuum Cleaner, Weed eater, Lawn mower ? Brooms, Mops, Scrub Cloths, Brushes, Detergents, Cleaning chemicals? Uniform ? Power buffing machines ? Lawn care hand tools ? Hand paper and cloth towels? Personnel Policy ManualVIII. WORK ENVIRONMENT Exposure to the following environmental conditions are required for this job. City of Mission Job DescriptionJob Title: Custodian con't - page 4 IX. MANUAL DEXTERITYGross and fine finger dexterity are required to perform essential job functions. Gross hand manipulation is required to grip brooms and mops for the maintenance of buildings.