Custodian, (A264012-3), 201, Bridge II

h2About the Department/h2pCleans and maintains all buildings and structures in public use by assuring the facilities are clean and safe at all times./ph2Position Duties/h2pustrongKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:nbsp;/strong/uulliKnowledge of cleaning materials, methods, equipment, and procedures.liAbility to understand and follow simple oral and written directions.liAbility to exercise care in the use of cleaning materials.liAbility to perform heavy lifting and routine manual cleaning tasks.liAbility to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.liAbility to establish and maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with other employees.liAbility to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.liAbility to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.liAbility to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.liAbility to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position./ulustrongPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT/strong/ubrspan style="color: inherit;font-style: normal;text-align: left;text-indent: 0.0px;"Work is performed inside and/or outside an office, stockroom, or warehouse. Work may be exposed to a variety of weather conditions and outdoor elements such as: excessive heat, intermittent noise, and inclement cold weather. Work may be exposed to a variety of environmental conditions such as: contagious infectious disease, irritating chemicals, , dry atmosphere, solvents, dirt, grease, oils, dust, constant noise, fumes, smoke, gases, nbsp;and slippery/uneven walking surfaces. Capable of working closely with others or alone, working long or irregular working hours, working with protective devices, working on ladders or scaffolding, working around moving objects or vehicles, working around machines with moving parts and objects, working with hands in water, and traveling by car and van 10% of the time. Ability to operate a motor vehicle and mechanical equipment; Work requires light to moderate carrying and lifting (under 15 pounds up to 44 pounds and over) and occasional lifting, straight pulling, pulling hand over hand, simple grasping, dual simultaneous grasping, repeated bending, sitting, standing, pushing, crouching, twisting, kneeling, stooping, climbing stairs and ladders, walking, and reaching above shoulders. Ability to see, write, read, count, identify shade of colors, perceive depth, and hearing is needed to perform the essential functions of this job./spannbsp;brbrustrongESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:nbsp;/strong/uulliDusts chairs, tables, shelves, and other furniture or equipment.liWashes windows, walls, woodwork, and A/C vents.liCleans and sanitizes bathrooms; replaces toilet paper and paper towels.liVacuums, sweeps, mops, and buffs the floors; shampoos carpet.liPlaces hazard signs to warn public of possible slick floor.liCollects and disposes of refuse such as papers, cans, newspapers, and coffee cups.liEmpties ash trays.liCleans and polishes furniture, brass, and other metal and woodwork.liCleans sidewalks and outside areas of debris.liReplaces light bulbs in a timely manner.liHangs the United States and Texas flags on a daily basis.liWaters plants and the grass.liMay perform minor repair of leaking water lines; unclogs sinks, commodes and urinals as needed.liPerforms general errands such as distributing/delivering mail, agendas, and other materials.liPerforms other manual tasks.liMust follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.liWill be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.liPerforms other related duties as required./ul/ph2Minimum Qualifications/h2pAt least one (1) year of custodian or general maintenance experience./ph2Other Qualifications/h2p* Valid Texas Driver License*brbr*If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtainednbsp;upriornbsp;/uto employment.brbrstrongAs part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment./strongbrbrstrongEffective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment./strongbrbrstrongEffective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing./strongbrbrstrongA person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7482 two days prior to the schedulednbsp;/strongstronginterview and/or test if applicable/strongstrong./strongbrbrdiv style="text-align: center;"strong"AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, THE CITY COMPLIES WITH THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT."nbsp;/strong/div/p