CUSTODIAL SPECIALIST - Full-time

About the Department

The Clark County Department of Real Property Management is seeking qualified candidates to apply for the Custodial Specialist position. As a member of the County’s custodial team, you will perform a variety of cleaning duties in addition to the performance of specialized floor care in Clark County facilities. 

This position may work at all facilities across Clark County which could include detention facilities, court facilities, coroner's office and morgue and campus locations. This position could also be subject to shift work that includes nights, evenings, and weekends.

This examination will establish an Open Competitive Eligibility list to fill current and/or future vacancies that may occur within the next six (6) months or may be extended as needed by Human Resources. 

Human Resources reserves the right to call only the most qualified applicants to the selection process.

Some positions may be confidential positions and are excluded from membership in the union.

Some positions may be non-union positions and are excluded from membership in the union.

Position Duties

Education and Experience: Two (2) years of full-time professional experience in janitorial or custodial work. Specialized experience in the area to which assigned is desirable.

All qualifying education and each experience must be clearly documented in the “Education” and “Work Experience” sections of the application. Do not substitute a resume for your application or write "see attached resume" on your application. All details must be written in your own words and cannot be copied from job descriptions or other external sources

Licensing and Certification: Department of Aviation positions may require possession of a valid Class C, Nevada Driver's License at time of hire. Must pass the airport's Badging Security Class with a ramp designation upon initial hire and complete a Clark County Defensive Driving Class during probationary period.

Working Conditions: Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations. Work evening, night, weekend and holiday shifts, depending upon the department to which assigned.

Background Investigation: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation. Periodically after employment background investigations may be conducted.

Citizenship: Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Please note, Clark County does not provide H1B visa sponsorships or transfers for any employment positions.

Medical Examination: Employment is contingent upon the results of a physical examination performed by our examining physician.

Pre-Employment Drug Testing: Employment is contingent upon the results of a pre-employment drug examination.Minimum Qualifications

• Sweeps, vacuums, shampoos, extracts and performs minor repairs to carpets; may assist in performing more skilled carpet installation and repair.
• Sweeps, mops, scrubs, strips and polishes floors.
• Washes walls, ceilings and floors of high public traffic restrooms using a high-pressure washer and specialized cleaning equipment.
• Washes the interior and exterior of windows from ladders, scaffolding or aerial equipment.
• Maintains specialized work carts or supply areas with the specialized materials and equipment required for the work; reorders supplies and materials as required.
• Observes safe working practices, including maintaining storage areas in a safe condition.
• May perform the full range of custodial duties, such as dusting and polishing furniture and woodwork, counters, windowsills, window blinds and similar fixtures, emptying, cleaning and lining waste receptacles and disposing of trash washing doors, windows, walls, ceilings, window blinds and furniture, polishing metalwork, restocking restroom supplies as necessary, and cleaning lighting fixtures.
• Closes windows, turns off lights, and locks doors to secure buildings.
• Reports the need for maintenance or repair of facilities to the appropriate supervisor; corrects or reports any fire or safety hazards and places barriers in public areas.
• Maintains equipment, materials and supplies in proper condition.
• Follows label instructions to mix and dilute cleansers, disinfectants and stripping agents to ensure proper strength for use.
• Answers questions and provides standard information to the public if working in a public facility.
• Reports unauthorized persons and other security problems.
• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.
• Keeps basic records of work performed, timesheets, etc.
• May set up meeting rooms and rearrange furniture.
• May drive a County motor vehicle or be able to arrange for appropriate transportation to specified work sites.
• May be required to restart public access equipment, following specific instructions.

Other Qualifications

Mobility to perform custodial and related work, including operating hand and power equipment; stamina to stand and walk for extended periods of time and climb significant heights; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 70 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Accommodation may be made for some of these physical demands for otherwise qualified individuals who require and request such accommodation.