Custodian (1969)

The purpose of this job description is to give new employees an overview of what is expected of a Custodian in Duck Thru Food Stores.  The following list is not all-inclusive, the position may be asked to perform other duties, especially those that are not considered usual and customary in the convenience store industry. Custodians must report to the Store Manager for assistance and guidance.

Store Operations:

• Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them.
• Gather and empty trash.
• Service, clean, and supply restrooms.
• Clean and polish furniture and fixtures.
• Clean windows, glass partitions, and mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
• Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
• Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications. Clean and restore building interiors damaged by fire, smoke, or water, using commercial cleaning equipment.
• Clean laboratory equipment, such as glassware and metal instruments, using solvents, brushes, rags, and power cleaning equipment.
• Move heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies, either manually or by using hand trucks.
• Notify managers concerning the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems. Remove snow from sidewalks, driveways, and parking areas, using snowplows, snow blowers, and snow shovels, and spread snow melting chemicals.
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Spray insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation.
• Clean gas pumps to the best of your ability.
• Insert paper in the pumps.
• Clean machines outside of the store, such as an air machine.
• Follow instruction given by the Store Manager and Store Supervisor.

Customer Service:

• Ensure prompt, efficient and courteous customer service.
• Greet and thank all customers in a timely and professional manner.
• Suggest possible purchases to the customer and promote store specials.
• Dress in a manner that is suitable to the Duck Thru Food Store policies.

Job Specifications:

• Ability to operate necessary machines within the store.
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays
• Ability to work independently

Full-time employees should average approximately forty (40) hours per week.  All hours worked in excess of forty hours per week will be paid overtime at one and one-half times the straight hourly rate

Benefits:

• 401K
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Bi-weekly Pay
• Health Insurance
• Bereavement Pay

Physical Requirements:

• Stocking may require lifting up to 75 pounds
• Intermittent sitting, standing, or bending
• Exposure to cold temperatures when stocking refrigerator units
• Ability to use safety equipment, including dolly, or hand cart for lifting heavy boxes or other store items, ladders, and grills or deep cooking fryers.