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Custodian, PT
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City of Oakland
Oakland, CA (In Person)
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Job Description
The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city's historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants to one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. This posting is specific to the permanent part time position in the City of Oakland. The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill multiple Custodian, PT (Part-Time) vacancies within the Public Works Department. Incumbents perform a variety of custodial duties in assigned buildings and perform minor maintenance as required, they respond to request for enhanced cleaning and sanitizing to prevent the spread of germs and virus and ensure clean safe and healthy buildings. Incumbents perform heavy routine cleaning, recycling, moving and setting-up of furniture, and other general custodial duties. The Custodian receives general supervision from a Custodian Supervisor & Custodial Services Supervisor I. We are looking for someone who is: Knowledgeable of health and safety standards and cleaning methods, custodial tools, equipment, and best practices. Timely, reliable, dependable, consistent, and thorough. Multifaceted, and can complete various tasks including cleaning and disinfecting of offices, bathrooms, kitchens, perform stripping and waxing of floors, and able to perform trash and recycling duties. A team player, self-motivated and able to work independently, but can collaborate on shared tasks or projects, and willing to share their knowledge and expertise in a positive way to help boost morale and productivity. Flexible and able to shift priorities to respond to urgent requests or tasks. An active listener and communicator that can take directions in verbal or written form and can communicate respectfully and effectively with their peers, supervisor, officials, and customers. Adaptable and willing to learn with the ever changing environment. Custodial work is routine in nature, but we are always looking for ways to be more effective and efficient. What you will typically be responsible for: Cleaning the outside perimeter of the building Dumping trash Stripping, waxing, and buffing floors Cleaning and stocking restrooms Cleaning and restocking supplies in common areas Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor Read the complete job description here: Custodian, PT •Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! Working for the City of Oakland A few reasons you might love this job: You will be part of a professional team responsible for maintaining clean, safe, and healthy facilities. Your work will support programs at City facilities which positively impacts the quality of life for Oakland residents including children, seniors, and adults. You'll take pride in knowing that the effort you put into your work supports your teammates, enabling all of you to work together effectively and make a meaningful difference for the community. You can build a long-term career while learning new skills. A few challenges you might face in this job: You are expected to be flexible and to be able to prioritize your workload to address unexpected situations. You may encounter vandalism, damage, graffiti and other challenges in your day-to-day work. You may be asked to cover a shift or area that is unfamiliar, and you may be asked to work longer hours, when needed.