Job Abstract

The Office of Custodial Services under the Department of Facility Services within the Frederick County Division of Parks & Recreation is committed to providing the highest level of facility management in an effort to maintain a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for all stakeholders who live, work, and conduct business in our Frederick County Government Facilities (Park and NON-Park Sites). Our In-House Custodial staff are required to go through extensive personal background check in order to be approved to work in our high-security facilities.

Frederick County offers an extensive compensation package to reflect how highly we value our employees. The following is what you can expect in your first year as a full time benefited Frederick County Government employee.

• 11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
• 15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
• 11 paid scheduled holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
• Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options to include generous County HSA contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan). This is part of a full range of benefits including Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
• 100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D benefit
• Work/Life balance programs include: Employee Assistance Program and Employee Wellness Program
• Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
• County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
• Vesting after 5 years of service (effective 7/1/2024)
• Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
• Other employee paid benefits such as Deferred Compensation Plan, Legal Resources, Supplemental Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, etc.

• Assist in assigning and coordinating custodial work for assigned County facilities
• Inspect completed and in-progress custodial work to assure compliance with safety and cleanliness standards
• Assist in training of Custodians; assign and follow-up on work performed; prepare and review staff performance evaluations; prepare work plans
• Assist in performing minor repair(s) and maintenance of custodial equipment; ensure more complex equipment breakdowns are referred for repair or replacement
• Assist in ensuring that each assigned facility is secure (inside and outside) prior to departing from duty
• As needed, operate a large van to transport supplies and equipment between County facilities
• Report damage and potential safety hazards to the Lead Custodian, Custodian Services Supervisor (or designee) and to the Building Manager
• Perform floor care tasks in accordance with established techniques and procedures
• Assist in maintaining an ongoing Detail Cleaning program
• Wash walls, windows, stairways and woodwork (which may require working from a ladder)
• Clean, disinfect, and deodorize restrooms; restock restroom supplies
• Dust and polish furniture and equipment
• Move and arrange furniture and equipment
• Empty wastebaskets and remove trash
• Empty containers for paper and other materials set aside for the County recycling program, bring recyclables to the designated collection area and place in appropriate storage containers
• Perform other related duties as required

The qualifications/requirements, knowledge/skills/abilities and physical requirements or working conditions described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• High school graduation or the equivalent
• Minimum 1 year of custodial/janitorial work experience
• Possession of a valid automobile operator's license
• Current certifications in First Aid, CPR and AED, or ability to become so certified within 6 months after hire

• Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
• Ability to complete Blood Borne Pathogens training and other related training when scheduled
• Knowledge of proper types of custodial equipment, cleaning agents, disinfecting chemicals and protective gear to use in all types of cleaning work, with the ability to use them safely and to train others to do so as well
• Ability to effectively operate a high-speed buffer, standard buffer, vacuum cleaner, carpet extractor and other related equipment, with the ability to effectively instruct others in doing so
• Effective spoken and written (English) communication skills, including the ability to give clear direction and instruction, and the ability to accurately prepare forms, reports and other written work
• Computer skills sufficient to effectively access and utilize word processing, spreadsheets, e-mail and other applications
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public

• Intermediate skills in MS Word and MS Excel
• Work experience performing inventory duties
• Work experience performing floor stripping, carpet extractions, polishing/burnishing floors, etc.

• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly lift up to 50 pounds, and perform repetitive motions; frequently walk, climb/ascend/descend, stoop/kneel/crouch, crawl, lift over 50 pounds, push and pull up to 40 pounds and reach; rarely sit and drive
• While working in this position, the employee is required to constantly works indoors, work in a dusty environment, work near chemicals or fumes, has potential exposure to infectious diseases and is required to wear protective equipment; frequently works in dirty environments; occasionally works outdoors, and rarely works in hot temperatures above 100 degrees, cold temperatures below 32 degrees and in a noisy environment

• Ability to provide own transportation when needed
• Available for occasional weekend and holiday hours, as needed
• Available to provide own transportation to various Frederick County buildings
• Available for a minimum of three mandatory Parks and Recreation events, and available for occasional weekend work or irregular hours as needed
• Required certifications must be maintained during tenure of employment