Custodian

Position Summary

Position Description:

Under general supervision, performs routine custodial work to maintain the cleanliness, sanitation, safety, and appearance of City buildings and facilities. Responsibilities include cleaning offices, restrooms, meeting rooms, recreational facilities, and public areas while ensuring a clean and welcoming environment for employees and visitors.

Supervision Received:

Works under the general guidance and direction of the Public Works Superintendent and Supervisor.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Physical Duties and Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, vacuum, and clean floors.
• Dust furniture, clean windows, and sanitize surfaces.
• Clean and disinfect restrooms and common areas.
• Collect, lift, and dispose of trash and recycling.
• Lift and carry cleaning supplies, equipment, and trash bags.
• Push and pull cleaning carts, floor machines, and other equipment.
• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Bend, stoop, kneel, squat, reach, and stretch while cleaning.
• Climb stairs or ladders when necessary.
• Refill dispensers and move supplies between storage areas.
• Follow safety procedures when handling cleaning chemicals and equipment.
• Physical Requirements
  • Ability to stand and walk for long periods.
  • Ability to lift and carry items, often weighing 25–50 pounds, depending on the employer.
  • Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive movements.
  • Ability to perform manual tasks with hands and arms.
  • Ability to work indoors and outdoors, depending on the facility.
  • Ability to perform physically demanding tasks throughout the shift, with breaks as scheduled.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Valid Florida driver’s license.
• Must pass a criminal background check.
• Ability to perform physical duties, including standing, walking, bending, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift and carry materials and cleaning supplies according to the position’s physical requirements.
• Ability to operate cleaning equipment and safely handle cleaning products.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and established safety procedures.
• Reliable attendance, punctuality, and ability to work assigned shifts.
• Previous custodial or janitorial experience preferred but not required.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.

We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including 100% paid health care and life insurance, Florida Retirements System (FRS) and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP). Deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, dental and vision discounted plans available. Full-time employees also receive paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Benefits for part-time employees include paid life insurance, FRS and EAP.