Salary: $16.10 Hourly
Location : Fallon, NV
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 2023-0044
Department: Facilities and Grounds
Opening Date: 06/14/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Position Summary
The rate of pay increases to $16.60/hour on July 10, 2023.
Churchill County takes pride in the condition of its facilities. We are looking for someone to work for us who thinks appearances are important, too. To that end, we are recruiting for a full-time Custodian who would work at various county buildings, keeping them clean and in good order. It you have experience in this field, believe a thorough job is important, and can get work done quickly, consider applying for this position. You need to be an early-riser – the work hours for this position are 4 AM to 12:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Be sure to submit your application online at www.churchillcounty.org/careers. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. The county has one position open immediately and another position available starting July 10, 2023. Applications received for this posting will be considered for both openings.
As a full-time, regular position, the person hired would be enrolled in the Nevada PERS retirement system. In addition to the salary paid, the county contributes an additional 33% into PERS on the employee’s behalf (value of $5.48/hour or $11,300 annually). In addition, the employee will not contribute to Social Security, resulting in an additional 6% in take-home pay (an equivalent of $1.00/hour or $2,080 annually). The county also pays 100% for employee-only health insurance premiums (equivalent to $5.31/hour or $11,050 annually). An employee in this position will also receive full accruals of vacation leave (8 hours per month) and sick leave (10 hours per month), in addition to 8 hours for pay for 11 paid holidays.
This position is considered safety-sensitive and is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing.
Position Summary: Responsible for performing standard custodial and cleaning duties in County buildings, facilities and adjacent grounds; interacts with and provides standard information to the public.
Essential Functions
This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions (as covered under the Americans with Disabilities Act) expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
- Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance.
- Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and polishes floors; sweeps, vacuums and spot cleans carpeted areas.
- Dusts and polishes furniture and woodwork; dusts counters, window sills, window blinds and similar fixtures.
- Empties, cleans and lines waste receptacles and disposes of trash.
- Washes doors, windows, walls, ceilings, window blinds and furniture; polishes metalwork.
- Cleans and disinfects restrooms; restocks restroom supplies as necessary.
- Cleans lighting fixtures and reports the need for bulb or tube replacement.
- Strips, seals and buffs floors.
- Closes windows, turns off lights, and locks doors to secure buildings.
- Reports the need for maintenance or repair of facilities to the appropriate supervisor; corrects or reports any fire or safety hazards and places barriers in public areas.
- Maintains equipment, materials and supplies in proper condition.
- Observes safe working practices, including maintaining storage areas in a safe condition.
- Follows label instructions to mix and dilute cleansers, disinfectants and stripping agents to ensure proper strength for use.
- Answers questions and provides standard information to the public if working in a public facility.
- Keeps basic records of work performed, time sheets, etc.
- May set up meeting rooms and rearrange furniture; may drive a County motor vehicle to specified work sites.
- May oversee the work of community service workers when assigned.
- Monitors visitors during facility hours of operation to ensure orderly conduct; reports unsafe conditions; opens and closes facility as required.
- Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit’s service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a team.
- Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Education and Experience
High School Diploma/GED; AND one (1) year of custodial/janitorial experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Required Knowledge and Skills
Knowledge of:
- Proper cleaning methods and the safe usage of cleaning materials, disinfectants, custodial tools and equipment.
- Use and minor maintenance of hand and power tools and equipment used in custodial work.
- Safety practices and equipment related to the work.
- Basic shop mathematics.
- Basic record keeping practices.
- Basic techniques for dealing with the public.
- Communicating effectively in oral and written forms.
Skill in:
- Safely using hand tools and power equipment related to the work.
- Understanding and following written and oral instructions.
- Working without close supervision in standard work situations.
- Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.
- Maintaining accurate records of work performed.
Required Certificates, Licenses and Registrations
- Nevada Driver’s License.
Physical Demands and Working Environment
The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Mobility to work in a typical shop or related maintenance setting, including operating typical trade equipment, hand and power tools and standard office equipment, and to drive a motor vehicle to various work sites; stamina to stand, walk and climb and to work in confined or awkward spaces for an extended period of time; strength to lift and maneuver materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds with proper equipment; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in person or over a radio or telephone.
Work is subject to exposure to extreme weather conditions, hazardous chemicals, electrical currents, gases, dust and noxious odors.
Conditions of Employment
- Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
- New employees are required to submit to a background investigation and if hired for a safety-sensitive position, a drug/alcohol screen. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug/alcohol screen (if applicable).
- Churchill County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS, with information from each applicant’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.
DISCLAIMER: Churchill County provides benefits to regular employees. Benefits are prorated for some part time, regular positions (depending on job). Most part time positions provide no benefits.
No Nevada state income tax
Retirement
Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) of Nevada – Churchill County contributes 29.75% of an eligible Regular Member’s salary for retirement. Churchill County contributes 44.00% of an eligible Police Member’s salary for retirement. Retirement benefits are available to employees hired in positions that work 20 hours per week or more on a regular basis. Positions of less than 20 hours per week (or less than 1040 hours in a fiscal year) will receive Social Security contributions and will not be enrolled in PERS.
Deferred Compensation Plans
Employees can also participate in the VOYA 457 deferred compensation plan, which is funded by the employee. This allows the employee to save money in pre-tax dollars toward retirement.
Cafeteria Health Coverage Plan – Full-time employees’ health insurance begins the first of the month after one month of employment. (Employees must work an average 30 or more hours per week on a regular basis to qualify for health insurance coverage.)
The county offers a “Cafeteria” health plan to full-time employees, which allows employees to pick and choose the best health plan for them and their family. The county offers three health plans – a base PPO plan with a $1,500 deductible, a “buy-up” PPO plan with a $750 deductible, and a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with a $2,700 deductible and a Health Savings Account (HSA), to which the county contributes $150 per month. In addition, the county also provides the following: a prescription plan, a dental plan, and a vision plan. The county currently contributes 100% of the employee premiums for the base PPO plan and the HDHP, as well as for the prescription, dental, and vision plans. Employees who elect dependent coverage pay 100% of the dependent premiums – employees can elect to have those premiums deducted in pre-tax dollars.
Vacation Leave
Full-time, regular county employees scheduled to work 40 hours per week accrue 8 hours per month of annual (vacation) leave per year. Part-time, regular county employees accrue annual (vacation) leave vacation at a prorated amount depending the number of hours worked. Employees earn additional annual leave hours at 5, 10, 15, and 25 years of service up to a maximum of 240 hours (30 days) per year. While on probation an employee is not granted vacation leave for the first six months; the employee still accrues vacation leave during this time and will be credited with 48 hours of vacation leave after six months of employment in their regular position.
Sick Leave
Full-time, regular county employees scheduled 10 hours of sick leave per month, with no maximum accrual. Part-time, regular employees accrue sick leave at a prorated amount depending the number of hours worked.
Holidays – Regular county employees enjoy 11 paid holidays per calendar year including New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Day, President’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Nevada Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Family Day (Friday after Thanksgiving), and Christmas Day. In addition, County employees are entitled to one floating holiday per year, to be used at a time agreed to by the employee and his or her supervisor. (Regular, part-time employees receive prorated holidays based on the number of hours normally worked.)
Tuition Reimbursement
Churchill County values it’s employees and empowers all employees to enhance their skills by taking job-related college courses as well as participating in job related workshops and seminars. To that end, for regular employees the county has a generous Tuition Reimbursement policy for accredited courses, reimbursing up to $1,200 per year in educational expenses.
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This position requires you to successfully pass a drug test. The county follows federal guidelines regarding drug testing, thus marijuana (cannabis, CBD products with THC, etc.) is considered a prohibited substance. Are you aware of this provision and can you pass a pre-employment (and random) drug test?
- Yes, I can pass pre-employment and random drug testing.
- No, I cannot meet the drug testing requirements.
02
Employees in this position are required to have a driver’s license and a good driving record to perform the duties of this position. Do you understand these requirements and are you currently able to meet them?
- Yes, I understand these requirements. I have a current valid driver’s license, and I have and will maintain a good driving record.
- No, I cannot meet these requirements.
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What is your experience performing professional custodial duties?
- None
- Less than one year
- One to two years
- Two to four years
- More than four years
04
The hours for this position are typically 4 AM to 12:30 PM, Monday through Friday. Are you able to work this schedule?
- Yes
- No
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