Work Location: Coquina Beach, Bradenton Beach, Manatee Beach, and Holmes Beach, Florida
Work Hours: Days and times will vary; not to exceed 27 hours per week.
Parks and Beaches: Property Management
Work is mostly outside. Main responsibility is to ensure the cleanliness of Manatee County Parks and Beaches. Primary duties include but are not limited to: Trash pickup and removal, sweeping, mopping, cleaning restrooms, pressure washing pavilions and amenities. This position requires constant lifting of 15-44 lbs., reaching above shoulder height, pushing, kneeling, crawling, stooping, walking on uneven surfaces, and bending. Climbing a ladder may also be required.
Working Conditions
Constant: Work inside, with chemicals and solvents. Visual Frequent: Work in dry conditions, working with moving objects and with odors. Occasional: Work outside, in heat, cold, high humidity, in dampness or chilliness, in darkness, in or with dusty conditions, with grease or oils, on slippery surfaces, in or with ladders/scaffolding, at heights above ground level, with poor ventilation, and with unusual fatigue factors. Crawling, kneeling, stooping.
Essential Functions
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Ensures the general cleanliness of assigned County offices and buildings.
Sweeps, mops, polishes and vacuums floors of assigned offices and buildings.
Washes walls, windows, ceiling vents, woodwork and mirrors, which may involve climbing ladder.
Cleans all rest rooms and fixtures; checks and stocks supply; ensures that all lavatory installations are working and reports those that need repair; makes other minor repairs as needed.
Removes and disposes of all rubbish and trash in designated areas, clean desks, cabinets and furniture. May require crawling, kneeling and/or stooping to clean debris areas under desks, etc.
Performs major cleaning operations such as floor stripping.
May drive trash trucks to dump. Light duty trucks only.
May set up displays, conference rooms, etc.
May perform as a lead person providing training, guidance, and direction to employees of the same level or lower level regarding proper use of equipment and maintenance of offices and buildings.
May prepare reports and maintain work records, prepare estimates on the amounts and kinds of materials needed, and provide recommendation for preventative maintenance required to keep repair work to a minimum.
Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.
The ability to read and write, understand and follow instructions is required.
Must be familiar with the power tools, equipment and professional materials used in custodial services.
Valid driver's license required, with valid Florida Driver's License required within 30 days of hire.
At least one-year experience in janitorial or related custodial work highly desired.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Constant: Lifting 15-44 lbs., use of fingers, both hands, good vision near and far, good hearing, walking, standing and bending.
Knowledge of building/office cleaning processes, supplies and equipment.
Knowledge of the work hazards and applicable safety precautions associated with materials and equipment.
Ability to read instructions on cleaning supplies.
Ability to understand and carry out oral instructions.
Ability to perform routine custodial duties without immediate supervision.
Ability to work effectively with other employees.
Ability to train and supervise others.
Reaching above shoulder, pushing, kneeling and balancing. Occasional: Climbing ladder, reaching, distinguishing shades of colors, crawling, kneeling, stooping, and operating a vehicle.
Veterans Preference
In accordance with Florida Statute 295.07, F.S., Chapter 55A-7, priority consideration in employment will be given to eligible veterans and spouses of disabled veterans. Applicants claiming preference must provide a DD Form 214 or other acceptable documentation with their application. We are committed to honoring the service and sacrifices of our veterans and their families.
EEO/ADA Statement
Manatee County Government is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you require any accommodations to participate in the recruitment process, please contact Human Resources at 941-748-4501 x 3865.
Drug-Free Workplace
Manatee County Government is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida Law.
Emergency Response/Recovery Activities
All employees may be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location, and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
