REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES
The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Custodian Water & Wastewater Services.
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Please Note: This announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time.
The Water and Wastewater Services (WWS) Business Operations Division Facilities and Grounds Services Section is seeking a qualified selfmotivated detailedoriented and commercially experienced Custodian to perform building and grounds custodial work and assist in performing emergency activities. The candidate will primarily be responsible for maintaining WWS building and grounds clean neat and in a safe manner that meets organizational standards. Job duties include but are not limited to the following:
- Performs routine cleaning tasks such as washing sweeping mopping vacuuming scrubbing dusting and removing trash.
- Performs heavy duty cleaning tasks on areas such as restrooms locker rooms sidewalks windows and building walls.
- Performs a variety of light maintenance activities and custodial project work such as pressure cleaning replacing dispensers changing light bulbs and performing floor treatment.
- Cleans organizes and maintain custodial storage areas.
- Inspects areas for cleanliness and supplies. Replenishes supplies as needed.
- Maintains inventory of a variety of cleaning products supplies and equipment.
- Cuts grass on adjoining lawns; collects litter and sweeps walkways around buildings.
- Moves and sets up furniture; prepares rooms for scheduled programs and activities.
- Utilizes a variety of janitorial tools and equipment and specialty cleaning equipment such as pressure cleaners floor scrubbers buffers vacuums and extension poles.
- Performs a variety of security related duties in accordance with established security procedures as needed.
- Performs related work as assigned.
- Building surfaces vary in height and difficulty.
- The position requires the use of cell phone tablet and work order tracking software. Candidate must be able to climb stairs ladders and perform cleaning from an aerial lift.
Shift will be assigned based on operational needs.
General Description
Performs a variety of custodial and related maintenance duties in an assigned area or building.
Works under close to general supervision according to set procedures but determines how or when to complete tasks.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Drivers License based on area of assignment.
Preferences
- Vocational Degree in closely related field.
- Associates degree or higher in closely related field.
- License or Certification in Plumbing or Carpentry
- Cleaning Management Institute (CMI) Certification or equivalent
- Possess one of the following Certifications: OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Certification (BPC); IJCSA Chemical Hazards Certification (CHC); IJCSA Carpet Cleaning Certification; IJCSA Customer Service Certification (CSC); IJCSA Biohazard Cleaning Certification (BCC); or IJCSA Mold Inspection & Remediation Services Certification (MIRS)
- CMI ISSA Advanced Custodial Technician Certification or equivalent
- At least one 1 year of documented custodial work experience in an industrial/commercial/plant setting.
- At least one 1 year of documented knowledge and work experience using janitorial services software CompuClean or similar software.
- At least one 1 year experience using Maximo DataSplice or a similar maintenance management software.
- At least one 1 year of documented knowledge and work experience in one or more of the following areas: occupational exposure chemical disinfection biohazard precautions and Personal Protective Equipment (purposes and types).
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Sweeps mops scrubs and buffs floors; cleans walls ceilings and woodwork; washes windows.
Cleans rest rooms and replenishes supplies.
Dusts; empties waste baskets; changes light bulbs.
Moves and sets up furniture; prepares rooms for scheduled programs and activities.
Operates and cleans manual elevators.
Cuts grass on adjoining lawns; collects litter and sweeps walks around public buildings.
Cleans offices break rooms halls stairways and similar areas in order to provide a clean sanitary and safe environment for the public and other staff.
Performs a variety of light maintenance activities in order to maintain a safe clean work environment facilitate ongoing operations and maintain daytoday services.
Maintains inventory of a variety of cleaning products and supplies.
May perform a variety of security related duties in accordance with established security procedures.
Performs related work as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Physical Demands
Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs light to medium work that involves walking or standing virtually all of the time and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or considerable skill adeptness and speed in the use of the fingers hands or limbs in tasks involving close tolerances or limits of accuracy.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
Involves routine and frequent exposure to toxic/caustic chemicals; explosives; violence.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Competencies
Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency high energy and enthusiasm. Tackles what needs to be done with enthusiasm working quickly and without undue oversight.
Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Gains a clear understanding of the main tasks needed to complete work in the right sequence. Identifies the support and resources needed to carry out plans; delivers on time at an acceptable quality level.
Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Operates with a clear sense of responsibility; learns about and adheres to most policies procedures and work requirements. Takes steps to ensure work is done properly communicates status and addresses any errors.
Consistently achieves results even under tough circumstances. Does what is necessary to meet goals and deliver expected results with acceptable quality. Shows consistent effort to complete even unpleasant or routine tasks in a timely manner; maintains work focus despite obstacles or setbacks.
Develops and delivers multimode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Pays attention to others insights advice or instruction grasping the main elements. Promptly shares relevant information with the right amount of detail.
County Core ValuesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the Countys four core behavioral competencies.
- Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customercentric solutions.
- Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty integrity and authenticity.
- Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance
Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore if you require assistance due to a disability please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance ator email to make an accommodation request.
Emergency Management Responsibilities
Note: During emergency conditions all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster such as a hurricane or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties as assigned.
Countywide Employee Responsibilities
All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward Countys Employee Code of Ethics gift and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public coworkers elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race color religion sex national origin age disability marital status political affiliation familial status sexual orientation pregnancy or gender identity and expression.