Channahon Park District

Job Description

 

 

Job Title:                     Custodian

Department:                 Recreation & Facilities

Reports To:                  Custodial Supervisor

FLSA Status:                Non-Exempt

IMRF                            Non-Eligible

 

General Statement of Position

The Building Custodian keeps agency building facilities clean and orderly. Participates in custodial and light maintenance responsibilities.

 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties as assigned.

• Maintains a positive community image for the District
• Maintains cleaning equipment
• Transports supplies to appropriate facilities.
• Set ups/take downs of meetings, showers and other program activities.
• Cleans lobbies, wash rooms, offices, meeting rooms, locker rooms, gymnasiums etc.
• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, waxes and vacuums hallways and all other building areas.
• Empties trash containers using ergonomically approved job-task instructions and material-handling equipment.
• Notifies management concerning need for any repairs.
• Cleans snow and debris from sidewalks using ergonomically approved job task instructions.

 

Safety and Risk Management

• Maintains a working knowledge of all general agency and departmental‑specific safety rules.
• Uses material handling equipment or staff assistance when lifting and or moving objects 50 pounds or greater.
• Promptly reports any work-related or patron injuries to supervisor.
• Attends required safety program and in‑service education meetings.
• Corrects unsafe conditions and/or reports them to supervisor.

 

Must be able to use personal protective equipment based on job specific tasks, which may include, but is not limited to, the following:

• • Safety goggles/glasses.
  • Appropriate foot wear
  • Protective gloves.
  • Dust Mask

 

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

 

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Safety and Security – Use good safety awareness, judgment, and follow policies; report potentially unsafe conditions; use equipment following manufacturer safety instructions; and follow agency ergonomic policies and procedures.
• Attendance/Punctuality – Demonstrate consistent attendance and on-time arrival.
• Dependability – Follow instructions, respond to management direction; take responsibility for own actions; keep commitments; and complete tasks on time or notifies appropriate person.
• Professionalism – Approach others in a tactful manner; react well under pressure; treat others with respect and consideration; accept responsibility for own actions; and follow through on commitments.
• Interpersonal Skills – Focus on solving conflict, not blaming; listen to others without interrupting; keep emotions under control; maintain a positive attitude; and be receptive to constructive feedback.
• Teamwork – Promote and support work teams; put success of team above own interests; and support everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Planning/Organizing – Prioritize and plan work activities; and use time efficiently.
• Judgment – Exhibit sound and appropriate judgment; support and explain reasoning for decisions; include appropriate people in decision-making process; and make timely decisions.
• Problem Solving – Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; and develop alternative solutions.
• Oral Communication – Listen and get clarification; and respond well to questions.
• Technical Skills – Pursue training and development opportunities; strive to continuously build knowledge and skills; and share expertise with others.
• Organizational Support – Follow policies and procedures.

 

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one year of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Language Skills

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to patrons and other employees of the agency.

 

 

Mathematical Skills

N/A

 

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.

 

Computer Skills –N/A

 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

N/A

 

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit and taste or smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

 

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and moving mechanical parts, toxic or caustic chemicals and outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

 

 

 

Prepared Date:             10/11/16

Approved Date:             10/24/16