Frederickcountymd
Custodian Parks & Recreation Division - Frederick
Frederickcountymd, Frederick, Maryland, United States, 21701
POSITION DETAILS
Non-exempt (compensatory and/or overtime eligible); full-time; 40 hours per week; full-benefits; Evening Shift: Monday-Friday; 4:00 p.m.-12:30 a.m. (shift differential eligible).
JOB DESCRIPTION This position is responsible in accordance with established protocol for routine cleaning duties in Frederick County parks and facilities as assigned. While performing this work, the custodian must take all appropriate precautionary measures to ensure the environmental and sanitation safety of employees and visitors in the assigned buildings. Applicants must be able to work and make decisions independently. Supervision is received from Lead Custodian, Custodial Services Supervisor, and/or the Facility Services Manager.
NOTE:
The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package reflecting how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full‑time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high‑deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
Employee Health Center with no or low‑cost primary and urgent care
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Other employee‑paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Sweep, mop, scrub, strip and polish floors
Clean and maintain carpeted areas
Wash walls, windows, stairways and woodwork (which may require working from a ladder)
Dust and polish furniture and equipment
Move and arrange furniture and equipment
Clean, sanitize and deodorize restrooms and restock restroom supplies
Empty wastebaskets and remove trash inside the building and also around the outside of the building
Empty containers for paper and other materials set aside for the County recycling program, bring recyclables to the designated collection area and place in appropriate storage containers
As needed, operate a large van to transport supplies and equipment between County facilities
Report damage and potential hazards to the Lead Custodian in charge, Building Manager and/or Facility Services Manager
Perform custodial duties outside of assigned building(s) as needed
Close and secure doors, turn off lights, and exercise energy conservation measures as appropriate
Attend team meetings as required
Perform other related duties as required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
High school graduation or the equivalent
Possession of valid automobile operator's license
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
Knowledge of proper types of custodial equipment, cleaning agents, sanitizing chemicals and protective gear to use in all types of cleaning work, and the ability to use them safely
Knowledge of (or ability to learn) the use and operation of a high‑speed buffer, standard buffer, vacuum cleaner, carpet extractor and other related equipment
Ability to understand and follow written and spoken (English) instructions
Ability effectively organize work, determine priorities and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision
Ability to develop, maintain, and promote cooperative, professional and effective working relationships with co‑workers and the general public
PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:
Previous custodial/janitorial work experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
While working in this position, the employee is constantly walking, moving or traversing, crawling, lifting up to 20 pounds, pushing over 40 pounds, pulling up to 40 pounds, reaching and making repetitive motions; frequently climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, lifting between 20‑50 pounds; occasionally lifting over 50 pounds, pushing over 40 pounds, and pulling over 40 pounds; rarely sitting and driving.
While working in this position, the employee is constantly working indoors, in dusty environments exposed to chemicals, fumes, and potentially exposed to infectious diseases and required to wear protective equipment; frequently working in dirty areas; occasionally working outdoors, in temperatures above 100 degrees and in temperatures below 32 degrees; rarely working at heights.
Ability to provide own transportation when needed
Available for weekend and holiday work hours, as needed
Available for a minimum of three mandatory Parks and Recreation events
Ability and availability to work irregular hours as needed
EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include):
An evaluation of training and experience
One or more interviews
A pre‑employment background investigation
A pre‑employment physical examination
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JOB DESCRIPTION This position is responsible in accordance with established protocol for routine cleaning duties in Frederick County parks and facilities as assigned. While performing this work, the custodian must take all appropriate precautionary measures to ensure the environmental and sanitation safety of employees and visitors in the assigned buildings. Applicants must be able to work and make decisions independently. Supervision is received from Lead Custodian, Custodial Services Supervisor, and/or the Facility Services Manager.
NOTE:
The upper pay range reflects possible wage rates for internal County transfers and promotions, which are calculated per County policy. For external hires, offers are made at the base wage rate.
Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.
TOTAL COMPENSATION PACKAGE Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package reflecting how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full‑time benefited Frederick County Government employee.
11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high‑deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
Employee Health Center with no or low‑cost primary and urgent care
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Other employee‑paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan.
For more information, visit our benefits page on the Frederick County Government job opportunities webpage.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Sweep, mop, scrub, strip and polish floors
Clean and maintain carpeted areas
Wash walls, windows, stairways and woodwork (which may require working from a ladder)
Dust and polish furniture and equipment
Move and arrange furniture and equipment
Clean, sanitize and deodorize restrooms and restock restroom supplies
Empty wastebaskets and remove trash inside the building and also around the outside of the building
Empty containers for paper and other materials set aside for the County recycling program, bring recyclables to the designated collection area and place in appropriate storage containers
As needed, operate a large van to transport supplies and equipment between County facilities
Report damage and potential hazards to the Lead Custodian in charge, Building Manager and/or Facility Services Manager
Perform custodial duties outside of assigned building(s) as needed
Close and secure doors, turn off lights, and exercise energy conservation measures as appropriate
Attend team meetings as required
Perform other related duties as required
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Any single position may not be assigned all duties listed above, nor do the examples cover all duties that may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
High school graduation or the equivalent
Possession of valid automobile operator's license
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
Knowledge of proper types of custodial equipment, cleaning agents, sanitizing chemicals and protective gear to use in all types of cleaning work, and the ability to use them safely
Knowledge of (or ability to learn) the use and operation of a high‑speed buffer, standard buffer, vacuum cleaner, carpet extractor and other related equipment
Ability to understand and follow written and spoken (English) instructions
Ability effectively organize work, determine priorities and complete assigned duties with minimal supervision
Ability to develop, maintain, and promote cooperative, professional and effective working relationships with co‑workers and the general public
PREFERENCE MAY BE GIVEN FOR:
Previous custodial/janitorial work experience
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
While working in this position, the employee is constantly walking, moving or traversing, crawling, lifting up to 20 pounds, pushing over 40 pounds, pulling up to 40 pounds, reaching and making repetitive motions; frequently climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, lifting between 20‑50 pounds; occasionally lifting over 50 pounds, pushing over 40 pounds, and pulling over 40 pounds; rarely sitting and driving.
While working in this position, the employee is constantly working indoors, in dusty environments exposed to chemicals, fumes, and potentially exposed to infectious diseases and required to wear protective equipment; frequently working in dirty areas; occasionally working outdoors, in temperatures above 100 degrees and in temperatures below 32 degrees; rarely working at heights.
Ability to provide own transportation when needed
Available for weekend and holiday work hours, as needed
Available for a minimum of three mandatory Parks and Recreation events
Ability and availability to work irregular hours as needed
EXAMINATION PROCESS (may include):
An evaluation of training and experience
One or more interviews
A pre‑employment background investigation
A pre‑employment physical examination
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