Lead Custodian

Job Description

Lead, oversee and participate in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for cleaning and maintaining City buildings; order and receive janitorial supplies and equipment and perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned areas of responsibility.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to thefunctions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of thejob with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Lead, plan, train and review the work of staff responsible for cleaning and maintaining City buildings.

• Plan, direct, and participate in all custodial activities; strip, re-finish, wash, wet and dry mop and sweep floors; wash windows, walls, ash cans and doors; arrange furniture; replace burned out light bulbs.

• Clean restrooms; scour and clean all porcelain fixtures with cleaning powder and disinfectant; check and replenish tissue, towels and soap.

• Assist with set up and break down of various rooms, sites and special events.

• Train assigned employees in their areas of work including the use of buffers, scrubbers, hand tools and chemical cleaning agents.

• Collect and empty ash trays, ash cans, trash cans and waste baskets; remove all trash from offices and public areas.

• Estimate time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisition materials as required; solicit bids for custodial equipment and replacement fixtures as required.

• Verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.

• Provide technical assistance and on-the-job instruction to assigned staff to ensure compliance with accepted custodial standards.

• Identify and report building problems to higher level supervisory or management staff so corrective actions can be taken.

• During inclement weather, remove snow as assigned from walkways, entrance areas; spread ice melting compounds as necessary.

• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.

• May perform exterior cleaning around City building or facility grounds such as emptying trash receptacles, using a leaf blower, using a power washer, removing weeds and/or other debris.

• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

High school diploma or GED; or

One (1) year custodial experience.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a valid New Mexico's Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.

When assigned to Aviation:
Possession of a valid New Mexico's Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.
Must be able to successfully qualify for and maintain a Sunport Access Control Card as determined by the criteria set forth by the policies and guidelines of the Aviation Department and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
Successful completion of a security background check conducted by U.S. Customs & Border Protection, if applicable.Environmental:
Indoor and/or outdoor environment; work at heights; exposure to cleaning chemicals, solvents, lubricants, noise, dust and toxic fumes.

Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for standing and walking for prolonged periods of time; medium to heavy lifting; operating motorized equipment and vehicles.