Arlington County, VA
Job Description
Important Notice:
Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Arlington County's Facilities Management Bureau, part of the Department of Environmental Services (DES) is hiring a
Custodial Worker II
to join its team. The Facilities Management Bureau is responsible for maintaining a safe, healthy environment for the citizens of Arlington and the customers that use and/or work in our facilities. The primary responsibility of this position will be cleaning and maintenance of County facilities and performing other job-related duties.
Responsibilities
Specific duties include: Cleaning carpets; stripping, waxing, sweeping, and mopping floors; Vacuuming and emptying office trash containers; Cleaning, dusting and polishing furniture; Cleaning and stocking restrooms; Locking and unlocking buildings; Keeping grounds free of trash and emptying outside trash receptacles; Conducting inventory and replenishing cleaning supplies; Participating in the training of new employees; Occasionally setting up conference rooms for meetings and escorting contractors throughout the facility; and Using a snow blower and shovel to remove snow from sidewalks, entrances, and exits. The ideal candidate will be able to read work schedules and memos; understand and carry out basic instructions; and provide information and instructions to others.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Three months of custodial work experience.
Desirables : Preference may be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following:
Twelve (12) months or more of custodial work experience; Using carpet extractors, shampooing machines, and all practices used in cleaning carpets; Using germicidal cleaners and floor strippers; and/or Performing minor building and grounds maintenance. Special Requirements
Applicant must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid motor vehicle operator's license from the applicant's place of residence. The applicant must authorize Arlington County to obtain or must provide a copy of their official state/district driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record. The employee must be available for call back during emergencies.
Physical Requirements
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The work entails stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling supplies, office equipment and furniture weighing up to 50 pounds. Work involves traveling to and cleaning buildings at various locations throughout the County.
Additional Information
Work hours:
Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Employee is considered an essential employee and will be required to be available for call-back to work during emergencies (Snow events. Storms).
Arlington County offers a competitive salary and a great benefits package including a Defined Benefit (pension) plan. For more information on Arlington's family friendly benefits click here.
Arlington County is committed to advancing diversity, equity, access, and inclusion across all our services, activities, and programs. Learn more about our commitment.
Please complete each section of the application. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire are considered part of the selection process and are required for this position. Please do not give "see resume" as a response to the questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
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Important Notice:
Arlington County requires all applicants to thoroughly complete each section of the application, including prior job responsibilities, duties, and supplemental questions. While you may attach a resume, it will not replace a completed application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Arlington County's Facilities Management Bureau, part of the Department of Environmental Services (DES) is hiring a
Custodial Worker II
to join its team. The Facilities Management Bureau is responsible for maintaining a safe, healthy environment for the citizens of Arlington and the customers that use and/or work in our facilities. The primary responsibility of this position will be cleaning and maintenance of County facilities and performing other job-related duties.
Responsibilities
Specific duties include: Cleaning carpets; stripping, waxing, sweeping, and mopping floors; Vacuuming and emptying office trash containers; Cleaning, dusting and polishing furniture; Cleaning and stocking restrooms; Locking and unlocking buildings; Keeping grounds free of trash and emptying outside trash receptacles; Conducting inventory and replenishing cleaning supplies; Participating in the training of new employees; Occasionally setting up conference rooms for meetings and escorting contractors throughout the facility; and Using a snow blower and shovel to remove snow from sidewalks, entrances, and exits. The ideal candidate will be able to read work schedules and memos; understand and carry out basic instructions; and provide information and instructions to others.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Three months of custodial work experience.
Desirables : Preference may be given to candidates with experience in one or more of the following:
Twelve (12) months or more of custodial work experience; Using carpet extractors, shampooing machines, and all practices used in cleaning carpets; Using germicidal cleaners and floor strippers; and/or Performing minor building and grounds maintenance. Special Requirements
Applicant must possess, or obtain by time of appointment, a valid motor vehicle operator's license from the applicant's place of residence. The applicant must authorize Arlington County to obtain or must provide a copy of their official state/district driving record. Any offer of employment may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record. The employee must be available for call back during emergencies.
Physical Requirements
Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The work entails stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling supplies, office equipment and furniture weighing up to 50 pounds. Work involves traveling to and cleaning buildings at various locations throughout the County.
Additional Information
Work hours:
Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Employee is considered an essential employee and will be required to be available for call-back to work during emergencies (Snow events. Storms).
Arlington County offers a competitive salary and a great benefits package including a Defined Benefit (pension) plan. For more information on Arlington's family friendly benefits click here.
Arlington County is committed to advancing diversity, equity, access, and inclusion across all our services, activities, and programs. Learn more about our commitment.
Please complete each section of the application. A resume may be attached; however, it will not substitute for the completed application. Your responses to the supplemental questionnaire are considered part of the selection process and are required for this position. Please do not give "see resume" as a response to the questions. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
#LI-Onsite