Job Title:  CUSTODIAL WORKER 1

Position Description

Custodial Workers perform general cleaning services to State facilities using various cleaning equipment and materials to provide a safe, hygienic and orderly work environment. Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. Incumbents clean and/or sanitize offices, restrooms, showers, bathtubs, laundry rooms, classrooms and other facilities or assigned areas according to prescribed schedules, methods and procedures. Dust, mop and apply finish to various types of floors; vacuum and shampoo various types of carpets; wash windows, doors, mirrors, walls, woodwork and fixtures; clean and sanitize restrooms; polish furniture; clean stairwells and elevators; and empty waste receptacles. Operate various types of powered equipment such as electric strippers, buffers, burnishers, power washers and vacuums; utilize a wide range of cleaning agents and materials; and observe appropriate safety precautions in the handling and application of products and materials; and attend in-service and training sessions as required. Provide security to State buildings by ensuring that windows, doors and/or access ways are properly secured when and where appropriate; lock doors, windows and gates; arm security systems; and report security deficiencies. Under supervision, incumbents, in addition to performing the full range of duties described in the series concept, perform minor repairs to leaking faucets, plugged drains or faulty toilets; repair and service custodial equipment such as buffers and vacuum cleaners; perform touch-up to existing paint; may remove snow from walkways, driveways or parking lots; and ensure security systems are functioning properly and report security deficiencies.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or equivalent education and six months of custodial or janitorial experience in a commercial, industrial, hospital, governmental or similar environment; OR six months of general work experience and six months of custodial or janitorial experience in a commercial industrial, hospital, governmental or similar environment; OR six months of experience as a Custodial Worker Trainee in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

The Examination

Application Evaluation Exam

• The exam will consist of an application and resume evaluation. It is essential that applications/resumes include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.

Special Requirements