HOUSEKEEPING SERVICES

Housekeeping Employee An employee in this class provides custodial maintenance of County buildings to ensure a clean and safe environment for staff and visitors. Performs related work as required. Work is performed under the general supervision. Work is evaluated by visual inspection, feedback from staff and visitors and attainment of performance objectives. Duties include: Providing general custodial maintenance of assigned County buildings and rotating to other assigned County buildings and facilities as needed. Performing various custodial duties, which include but are not limited to cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, stocking restrooms with supplies, cleaning windows and other glass surfaces, dusting furniture and other surfaces, removing trash, sweeping and mopping floors, scrubbing/polishing floors, vacuuming/spot cleaning/shampooing carpets, vacuuming upholstery, etc. Cleaning porches, walkways, etc. Performing all work in compliance with division policies, procedures and standards of cleanliness, quality and safety. Maintaining assigned vehicles and equipment; initiating repair work as needed. Requesting necessary tools, materials and supplies. Receiving and responding to inquiries, requests for assistance and complaints from County employees and the public. Preparing and submitting daily work records. Operating a vehicle, telephone, two-way radio, and various pieces of janitorial equipment, including wet/dry vacuum, vacuum cleaner, carpet shampooer, floor buffer, etc.; using custodial supplies and tools, various other hand tools, etc. Interacting and communicating with various groups and individuals such as the immediate supervisor, other County employees, co-workers, and the general public. Performing other duties that may include assisting with pick up and delivery of office supplies. Performing related duties as required. Knowledge, skills and abilities include: Knowledge of the methods, procedures and policies of the County and department as they pertain to the performance of duties of the Environmental Assistant. Knowledge of the methods, materials and equipment associated with custodial maintenance work. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the industry. Knowledge of the terminology used within the department. Ability to maintain effective relationships with personnel of other departments, professionals and members of the public through contact and cooperation. Ability to react calmly and quickly in emergency situations. Ability to use equipment and tools efficiently and safely. Ability to comprehend, interpret and apply regulations, procedures and related information. Ability to offer assistance to co-workers as required. Ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance and efficiency. Ability to perform required mathematical calculations. Ability to read and interpret various materials pertaining to the responsibilities of the job. Ability to prepare simple records with accuracy and in a timely manner. Ability to perform work effectively despite occasional exposure to adverse environmental conditions, including temperature extremes, wetness/humidity, machinery hazards, skin irritants, toxic agents, disease, dirt, dust, odors, electrical currents, etc. Education and experience requirements include: Requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent supplemented by one to two years of experience in facilities maintenance and/or custodial operations, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Special Requirements Valid driver's license. This classification specification has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform the job. Bladen County reserves the right to assign or otherwise modify the duties assigned to this classification. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Bladen County will employ only those individuals who are US citizens, or legal aliens authorized to maintain employment in the United States. Bladen County is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.