Custodian at Broward County

REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCESThe Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for a Custodian.THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANYTIME.Specifically this position involves semi-skilled manual work maintaining cleaning and restocking facilities at Port Everglades:Employee provides janitorial services cleaning and maintaining facilities orderly. Work involves public contact and requires a neat appearance and a positive attitude. Work is performed in accordance with established practices pertaining to Port-owned and operated buildings. Work is performed under the direction of a supervisor but the employee will be required to work independently as necessary. Work is inspected while in progress and upon completion.Minimum Education and Experience RequirementsRequires three (3) months in commercial cleaning custodial work and related maintenance work or closely related experience.Special Certifications and LicensesPossess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Drivers License based on area of assignment.Ability to secure and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification card (TWIC) within 60 days of employment and for the duration of employment.Ability to secure and maintain a valid Seaport Business Purpose Credential for the duration of employment.Preferences6 months of experience operating cleaning machinery such as buffers floor scrubbers etc.SCOPE OF WORKThe functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.Sweeps mops scrubs and buffs floors; cleans walls ceilings and woodwork; washes windows.Cleans rest rooms and replenishes supplies.Dusts; empties waste baskets; changes light bulbs.Moves and sets up furniture; prepares rooms for scheduled programs and activities.Operates and cleans manual elevators.Cuts grass on adjoining lawns; collects litter and sweeps walks around public buildings.Cleans offices break rooms halls stairways and similar areas in order to provide a clean sanitary and safe environment for the public and other staff.Performs a variety of light maintenance activities in order to maintain a safe clean work environment facilitate ongoing operations and maintain day-to-day services.Maintains inventory of a variety of cleaning products and supplies.May perform a variety of security related duties in accordance with established security procedures.Performs related work as assigned.SPECIAL INFORMATIONCompetenciesAction OrientedTakes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency high energy and enthusiasm. Tackles what needs to be done with enthusiasm working quickly and without undue oversight.Plans and AlignsPlans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Gains a clear understanding of the main tasks needed to complete work in the right sequence. Identifies the support and resources needed to carry out plans; delivers on time at an acceptable quality level.Ensures AccountabilityHolds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Operates with a clear sense of responsibility; learns about and adheres to most policies procedures and work requirements. Takes steps to ensure work is done properly communicates status and addresses any errors.Drives ResultsConsistently achieves results even under tough circumstances. Does what is necessary to meet goals and deliver expected results with acceptable quality. Shows consistent effort to complete even unpleasant or routine tasks in a timely manner; maintains work focus despite obstacles or setbacks.Communicates EffectivelyDevelops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Pays attention to others insights advice or instruction grasping the main elements. Promptly shares relevant information with the right amount of detail.County Core ValuesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the Countys four core behavioral competencies.Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty integrity and authenticity.Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) ComplianceBroward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore if you require assistance due to a disability please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at or email to make an accommodation request.Emergency Management ResponsibilitiesNote: During emergency conditions all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster such as a hurricane or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties as assigned.County-wide Employee ResponsibilitiesAll Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward Countys Employee Code of Ethics gift and conflict of interest policies.All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public co-workers elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds regardless of race color religion sex national origin age disability marital status political affiliation familial status sexual orientation pregnancy or gender identity and expression. Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1