Overview

Position Title: CUSTODIAN

Company: City Of Riverside

Location: Riverside, California, US

Job Description:

The City of Riverside is now accepting applications for the position of Custodian to fill a current vacancy in the Police Department. Successful candidates must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or any upcoming vacancies within this classification.

Responsibilities:

  • Sweep, mop, wax, and polish floors; wash walls, woodwork, and windows; vacuum and shampoo carpet.
  • Pick up litter, lawn, and shrub trimmings and sweep walkways around buildings; empty trash barrels, sweep entryways and carports.
  • Clean restrooms and replenish supplies; dust, polish, and move furniture; empty wastebaskets.
  • Wash windows and showcases; polish metal fixtures; change light bulbs, starters, and fuses.
  • Receive and store supplies; move materials within building; request order and reorder of custodial supplies.
  • Operate, adjust, and lubricate mechanical heating and air conditioning equipment; perform minor maintenance on plumbing fixtures.
  • Perform other maintenance including minor carpentry and painting as assigned.
  • Inspect, clean and maintain the grounds and fixtures in the downtown pedestrian mall and other downtown areas including alleyways, and the City Hall breezeway.
  • Power wash front entrance of City Hall, other City buildings, and breezeways; power wash and polish granite monuments, benches and other fixtures such as lighting and bollards.
  • Clean spills or remove debris from main mall, building walkways, and alleyways; perform minor electrical maintenance by fixing broken lights; inspect landscaping, identify any problem areas and report to management.
  • May operate a mini-sweeper in the performance of the duties.

Requirements:

  • Completion of the eighth school grade.
  • At least six months of experience in janitorial or custodial work.
  • Experience working as a custodian in a secure facility or law enforcement agency.
  • The current vacancy is in the Police Department and will work within various Police buildings.  Candidates must pass a thorough background investigation prior to appointment.