• Job Description

  Req#: 5278510

  Performs custodial duties to keep County facilities clean and orderly. Cleans and maintains the appearance of offices, floors, restrooms and other facilities.

  
  

  DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
  
  This is the first in a series of three custodial-related job classifications within the Maintenance job family. This classification is the beginning level custodial function responsible for basic cleaning of bathrooms and office areas and is distinguished from the Custodian Lead which functions as a working lead over other custodial positions. This classification may require work in secure facilities. This classification may require a flexible work schedule in order to meet the needs of the department.

  • Performs general cleaning, sweeps, mops, dusts, scrubs, vacuums, empties waste baskets and recycling containers. Cleans walls, windows, light fixtures and air supply/return registers.
  • Cleans and disinfects restrooms, including fixtures, mirrors, equipment, windows, floors and walls. Replenishes restroom supplies, unstops sinks and toilets.
  • Operates buffer, stripper, waxer, vacuum, and carpet cleaning machines.
  • Secures and locks buildings. Turns out lights in areas completed.
  • May replace light bulbs and other similar replaceable items.
  • May move office furniture and other items, as required.
  • May assist groundskeeper in yard work.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

  Education and Experience:
  One (1) year of custodial or manual labor experience;
  
  OR,
  
  Any combination of education and experience that has been achieved and is equivalent to the stated education and experience and required knowledge, skills, and abilities sufficient to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of this job.
  
  Licenses, Registrations, Certifications, or Special Requirements:
  None required.
  
  Preferred
  1 year of floor experience
  
  Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  
  Knowledge of:

  • Policies, practices, procedures and methods of janitorial/custodial functions.
  • Applicable safety practices and regulations.
  • Cleaning equipment, products, techniques, and standards.

  Skill in:

  • Cleaning windows, dusting furniture, and unstopping toilets.
  • Operating cleaning equipment, such as buffers, strippers, waxers, vacuums, and carpet cleaning machines.
  • Both verbal and written communication.

  Ability to:

  • Understand and follow instructions and communicate effectively to perform the job functions, as required.
  • Safely and correctly operate cleaning equipment.
  • Work independently and efficiently.
  • Manage time well and meet timelines.
  • Communicate effectively.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with County employees and officials, and the general public.

  Physical requirements include the ability to lift up to 50 pounds/carry up to 25 pounds, visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity. Subject to standing, walking, sitting, repetitive motion, reaching, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, pushing, pulling, balancing, client/customer contact, squatting to perform the essential functions. Subject to contact with hazardous waste, foul odors, animal and human fecal matter, insects and rodents, and exposure to outside elements.

  Travis County employees play an important role in business continuity. As such, employees can be assigned to business continuity efforts outside of normal job functions.

  This job description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

  You must ensure your application accurately reflects your skills and abilities as they relate to the position. Only periods of employment and experience detailed in the Work Experience section of the application will be considered in determining which applicants move forward in the selection process, as well as determining pay level for candidate(s) recommended for hire.

  Work Hours: 25-29 hours per week. Works some holidays, some nights, and weekends.

  Department: Juvenile Probation

  Location: 1700 Guadalupe St, Austin, TX 78701

  
  

  Physical Exam, Drug Test, and Alcohol Tests Required.

  Criminal, Driving, Education, and Employment Background Checks Required.

  
  

  For updates or questions about this posting, contact:JUV-ProbHR@traviscountytx.gov

• About the company

  Travis County is located in south central Texas.

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