Custodian

Job Title:

Custodian Division/Department:

Public Works/Facility Maintenance Classification and FLSA Status:

Regular, Full-Time, Non-Exempt Salary Group:

$18.72

Revised:

January 1, 2026 •

TO APPLY

Visit the City website, download the application, and email to JOBS@elgintexas.gov. This is the only form of application we accept.

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SUMMARY :

Performs custodial maintenance duties, including dusting, mopping, finishing and buffing floors, vacuuming and shampooing carpets, cleaning and restocking restrooms. May assist with internal maintenance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent, basic math skills, and a valid Class C Texas Driver's license. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

Other duties may be assigned:

Keeps building and property in clean and orderly condition. Performs routine maintenance activities. Performs heavy cleaning duties. Sweeps, mops, scrubs, or vacuums floors. Gathers and empties trash. Scrubs, sanitizes, and supplies restroom facilities. Dusts furniture, walls, and equipment. Cleans windows, mirrors, and partitions with soap and other cleansers. Mixes cleaning solutions and chemicals in containers in preparation for cleaning, according to instructions. Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power machinery to prevent damage to floors and fixtures. Cleans and polishes fixtures and furniture. Shampoos or steam-cleans carpets and rugs. Manages inventory of cleaning supplies. Drives vehicles required to perform or travel to cleaning work, including industrial trucks, vans, or industrial vacuum cleaners. Notifies managers regarding the need for repairs or additions to building operating systems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures Ability to stand, walk, and bend for many hours Ability to perform repetitive motion for long periods of time Knowledge when using cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions. Background in handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals Knowledge of occupational hazards safety rules Ability to lift heavy objects, climb ladders and work at particular heights Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Have a high level of social contact working closely with other office staff and the general public. Communicate with people daily by telephone, e-mail, and in person. May be subjected to irate members of the public, who may use profanity. Considerable physical activity. Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of job. Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions. Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Works in indoor and outdoor conditions, in seasonal and weather conditions; drives a vehicle; subject to emergency situations. Disaster Service Workers Clause In the event of a declared emergency or any undeclared emergency or natural disaster that threatens the life, health and/or safety of the public, designated employee's may be assigned to assist rescue and relief workers. Such assignments may be in locations, during hours and performing work significantly different from the employees; normal work assignments and may continue through the recovery phase of the emergency.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$18.72 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Physical Setting:

Office Outdoor work

Work Location:

In person