Custodian

$10.50 Per Hour DOE (Depends on Experience) Position range in Hidalgo County $10.18•$14.76 Per hour Custodian MISSION•CITY OF

Occupation:

Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners

Location:

MISSION, TX

•78572-5812 Positions available: 1 Job #: 16947746

Source:

WorkInTexas

Posted:

12/09/2025

Updated:

04/23/2026

Expires:

05/23/2026

Web Site:

WorkInTexas Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment Job Requirements and Properties Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite Full Time Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Experience 12 Month(s) Schedule Full Time Job Type Regular Duration Permanent Employment Public Transit Available Help for . Individual is responsible for cleaning and maintaining the library facilities. He/she has very little contact with the public. The individual is required to be on call and may be required to work on a shift. Individuals will perform other duties assigned by Supervisor. This position has no Supervisory and Management responsibilities. Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or equivalent is preferred but not required. Must be able to read the English language. One (1) year experience in custodial responsibilities preferred.

SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS

Requires knowledge of proper cleaning procedures. Ability to repair mechanical and electrical devices. Ability to assemble shelves, furniture and equipment. Perform job with special attention to good public relations, safety, courtesy and professionalism. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationship with the general public, supervisor, and co-workers. Ability to perform a wide variety of different types of tasks without the variety itself causing a loss of efficiency. Ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing. Ability to communicate effectively in Spanish a plus.

EQUIPMENT/MATERIALS

Mop, broom, vacuum cleaner, ladder, hammer, soldering gun, electric drill/saw, cleaning chemicals, trash can, duster, dust cloth.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Vacuum carpet throughout the library. Wash windows and clean entrances to the doors. Clean library shelves, desks, restrooms, windows, walls, floors, and work areas. Mop library floors. Pick up books left throughout the library. Pick up trash inside and outside of the library. Dust shelving and offices throughout the library. Dust behind, around and under computers. Clean all monitors in the library with special solution. Take uniforms in to be washed, pickup supplies and parts locally. Set up community room including audio video, projection and computer equipment. Perform other related duties as assigned. Follows all library rules, policies and procedures.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Replace burned out fluorescent lights. Lay cable for computer network. Assist patrons unloading materials donated to the library from their vehicles. Special Requirements

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The majority of the time the individual works indoors in a well-lighted, air-conditioned environment. The physical demands vary from moderate to high and at times include lifting of boxes of heavy materials (books or other donations, cleaning cart, industrial vacuum cleaner, etc.). Job hazards include working around cleaning chemicals, and maintaining and repairing library furniture, fixtures, and equipment.

MANUAL DEXTERITY

Fine hand manipulation is utilized to write information. Gross hand manipulation is required to grip boxes, sacks, equipment and books requiring moderate to heavy force exertion.

LIFTING, CARRYING, PUSHING, AND PULLING NOTICE

Everyone should be familiar with proper lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling techniques. If you are not, have your supervisor explain these to you. We also have videos that show how to safely lift, carry, and push or pull items. Because of the type of material, we deal with in the library environment (which includes boxes of books, magazines, etc.) there may be times when you are asked or feel you are required to lift, carry, push or pull an item of a weight in excess of 50 lbs. What do you do to protect yourself from lifting, carrying, or pushing/pulling more than you can safely handle. Identify the Risk Know your own limitations, be able to recognize items which are beyond your capacity to lift, carry, push or pull safely. DO NOT LIFT, CARRY, PUSH, or

PULL THESE ITEMS

Communicate the Risk Tell your supervisor if you ever feel that you need help in lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling an item. DO NOT LIFT, CARRY, PUSH, or

PULL THE ITEM WITHOUT ADEQUATE HELP

If something must be Moved, Lifted, Carried, Pushed, or Pulled It is our policy that you will NOT be asked to lift, carry, push, or pull items which appear to be beyond your capacity to lift safely. If you are asked to do so, then: Tell the individual asking you to do so that you need help in lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling the item. Get adequate help. DO NOT LIFT, CARRY, PUSH, or

PULL THESE ITEMS WITHOUT ADEQUATE

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