Help Wanted: Building Custodian

CITY OF NEW BEDFORD
BUILDING CUSTODIAN GRADE 3 $11.92hr – $16.70hr
DEPARTMENT OF FACILITIES & FLEET MANAGEMENT

Performs custodial duties. Cleans, dusts, sweeps, buffs and washes floors; washes windows; changes light bulbs; polices grounds; sweeps sidewalks; mows lawns; removes snow and ice; maintains custodial equipment; empties waste receptacles; operates low pressure heating and ventilating systems; orders custodial supplies; makes minor repairs to buildings, facilities, equipment, and heating, lighting, ventilation, and plumbing systems; performs related work in all assigned areas as required. Moves and sets up furniture and equipment.

High school graduate or GED equivalent preferred; any combination of experience and training that demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work; working knowledge of equipment, materials and supplies used in building and grounds maintenance and minor repairs; some knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions; skill in operation of listed tools and equipment; ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule; ability to lift heavy objects, and walk and stand for long periods of time; ability to communicate orally and in writing; ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely; ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; ability to establish effective working relationships.

Must possess a valid Massachusetts driver’s license. Mandatory CORI (Criminal Offender Record Investigation) background check.

For application/complete job description, please visit http://www.newbedford-ma.gov/personnel/employment/ or contact Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979-1444. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO

APPLICATION DEADLINE: AUGUST 8, 2014