Custodian


Department: Parks and Recreation
Status: Hourly, Full-Time, Benefits
Hours: Hours will vary

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs all duties required in custodial services pertaining to the upkeep of all facilities of Parks & Leisure Services and city buildings. Assists building maintenance staff in maintenance projects in addition to daily routine cleaning, mopping, and other custodial services.

Will perform other duties that may not be specified herein, at the direction of the Parks & Recreation Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Performs and coordinates activities regarding custodial services
  • Performs routine mopping, sweeping, vacuuming, and dusting of all recreational facilities and city buildings including but not limited to parks, offices, buildings, restrooms, concessions as directed by supervisor
  • Knowledge of appropriate cleaning agents, tools, resources and applications to efficiently maintain sanitary conditions at all recreational facilities
  • Investigates and adjusts complaints on service; helps to comprise listing of necessary materials for custodial services and maintenance of facilities; receives work orders, ensures completion of work required by work orders, and properly processes completion documentation
  • Required to have a good working knowledge of and experience in the procedures and practices relating to janitorial techniques and applications and repair of facilities and related activities.

 DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience

  • A thorough working knowledge of procedures to maintain adequate janitorial services to recreational facilities as directed by the supervisor.
  • Two (2) years experience of custodial work.

 Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Must have a valid driver’s license
  • Excellent public relations skills
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, other departments, officials, and the general public
  • Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  • Thorough janitorial experience
  • Experience with appropriate and necessary tools, cleaning agents, and resources to effectively maintain proper sanitary and desired conditions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk; hear; read; use hands to finger, handle, feel, or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is often required to climb and enter areas of construction which necessitate the use of all senses associated to indoor and outdoor work. The employee is often required to lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. The employee will often be exposed to various household and commercial cleaning agents while providing basic janitorial services. The employee may also be subject to other odors or foreign substances while performing the routine tasks associated with this position.
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SELECTION GUIDELINES

  • Formal application, rating of education and experience
  • Oral interview and reference check
  • Job related test may be required

OTHER

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employees and is subject to change by the employer as the need of the employer and requirements of the job change.

City of Ocean Springs Employment Application

  • Read carefully and follow all instructions. Failure to follow instructions may result in disqualification.
  • Completion of the Employment Application is required, even if you include your resume.
  • If a deadline is posted, it applies to when the Application is received by the Human Resources Department, not the date mailed, completed, or submitted to any department other than Human Resources. Applications received by Human Resources after the deadline, regardless of postmark, will be kept on file for one year for eligibility for future openings of that position/test, but will not be eligible for the current position/test.
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Employment History

Start with current or most recent job and list all employment (including FT, PT, temporary, and any periods of unemployment) for the last 10 years, at a minimum. Complete all sections of this form; you may attach your résumé to provide more detail. Do not leave any blanks.

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Education and Training

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References

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The City of Ocean Springs encourages Employment Applications from qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, age, disability status, marital status, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation or beliefs, religious affiliation or beliefs, or any other legally protected status.

Applicant’s Statement and Certification

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  • I understand that this Application is valid for 12 months for the position selected on Page One. I also understand that this Application, any attachments, and test papers become the property of the City of Ocean Springs (the City) upon submission and will not be returned to me, the applicant.
  • I understand that possession of the minimum qualifications does not ensure that I will be invited to the next phase of the process. Likewise, I understand that completing and passing City testing (if applicable) does not guarantee that I will receive an interview or an offer of employment.
  • I understand that I must bring and show valid government-issued photo ID for positive identification for employment testing.
  • I understand that hiring and compensation decisions are contingent upon approval of the City of Ocean Springs Board of Aldermen.
  • I understand that, per Civil Service Rule 20, any person employed by the City of Ocean Springs shall reside within a 50-mile radius of the City of Ocean Springs within the first six months of employment.
  • I understand that, per Miss. Code Ann. 21-31-15 (2011), all applicants for a position of any kind under civil service must be a citizen of the United States and an elector of the county in which he/she resides.
  • I understand that the City of Ocean Springs is a Drug-Free Workplace, and that the City requires post-offer drug/alcohol testing prior to employment, and conducts post-accident, reasonable suspicion, and random drug/alcohol testing during employment.
  • I understand that the City of Ocean Springs participates in the Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program and that, upon hire, all new employees must verify identity and entitlement to work in the United States by providing required original documentation. I understand that my identity and employment eligibility will be verified if I am offered and accept employment.
  • I understand that all employees are hired as probationary ‘at-will’ employees, meaning that employment may be terminated at any time with or without cause; that employees on new-hire probation are not covered by civil service; and that successful completion of the new-hire probationary period by a full-time employee results in civil service status, but does not guarantee continuation of employment. I also understand that part-time and temporary positions are always ‘at-will’ and do not obtain civil service status.
  • I understand that if I am offered and accept employment with the City, then I am required to abide by the rules and regulations of the City of Ocean Springs.
  • I certify that the answers given by me in this Application and any attachments are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief. I understand that any misstatement or omission of fact in this Application or in any document used to obtain employment may result in rejection of this Application, removal from any employment list, disqualification from future consideration for employment, and/or immediate termination of employment, regardless of the time elapsed before discovery of the misstatement or omission.
  • I understand that all answers and information are subject to investigation and verification.
  • I acknowledge that I have read and understand this statement and the instructions throughout this Application.

Authorization for Inquiry and Release of Information

Having made application for employment with the City of Ocean Springs, I hereby authorize the City to research and make inquiry of my history and records including financial, academic, military, employment, judicial, criminal, driving record, personal references, and/or online social networking pages. I further authorize the release of all such information to the City, and I agree that such organizations, persons, and others shall not be held liable for such information or damages that may result from furnishing the information requested. I understand my rights under the Privacy Act of 1974, with regard to access and disclosure of records, and I waive these rights with the understanding that information furnished will be used by the City of Ocean Springs for the application and employment process. 
This Authorization will be valid whether as an original, a photocopy, or a fax copy, and remains valid for one year after I sign. Upon request, a copy of this signed Authorization may be furnished to the school, present or former employer, present or former landlord, criminal justice agency, or other persons and organizations asked to provide information.

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Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Ocean Springs.

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