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City of Lenexa Custodian I in Lenexa, Kansas
Custodian I
Department: 350000 (Police Admin)
Location: Lenexa, KS
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The City of Lenexa is currently accepting applications for a full-time Custodian in our Police Department. We are an agency with an exceptional reputation and have been identified as a nation-wide leader in the law enforcement community. We strongly believe in providing our employees with opportunities for both professional and personal development.
Position Summary
This civilian position performs manual work to keep Police Department buildings and adjacent grounds in clean and orderly condition.
This is a full time, hourly non-exempt position with flexibility in hours working Monday - Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. with availability to work day, evening, weekend, holiday and special event shifts as needed.
Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities
Heavy cleaning: Cleans, waxes and strips floors; shampoos rugs; washes walls and glass; and removes trash.
Light to moderate cleaning: Sweeps and mops floors; dusts and cleans offices, meeting rooms and public areas; gathers and empties trash; cleans restrooms and replenishes supplies; unstops sinks and toilets; and vacuums.
Other duties: Arranges tables and chairs for meetings, recreational activities and events; monitors facility security and safety by locking doors; checks electrical appliances for hazards; reports any mechanical problems or the need for major repairs; sweeps sidewalks and removes snow and ice; assists with minor maintenance on facility equipment (buffers, scrubbers, vacuums, etc.).
Clerical: Keeps records of janitorial materials, supplies and inventory; orders and stocks supplies and materials as needed.
Additional Examples of Work Performed
Minor painting duties inside and outside of facilities, as needed.
Escorts contractors, vendors and/or other personnel while in the station.
Drives City and/or personal vehicle to off-site training courses, meetings and other City facilities.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Compliance with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
Minimum: High school diploma or G.E.D. Must possess and maintain a valid driver-s license.
Desired: One year of custodial experience.
Environment and Physical Factors
This position requires the strength and agility to lift, carry and maneuver heavy objects up to 50 lbs.; the ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping and handling materials; the ability to work in extreme weather conditions; the ability to work safely in all situations; and the ability to visually inspect work and read labels on cleaning/chemical containers.
Please review the City of Lenexa Police Department list of automatic disqualifiers before applying. (https://www.lenexa.com/Government/Careers/Police-Careers/Police-Department-Professional-Staff/Police-Professional-Staff-Employment-FAQs)
Rate of pay to $18.13 to $20.41 per hour based on previous experience. The City of Lenexa offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Low-cost premiums for medical, dental, and vision insurance
Free or low cost on-site medical clinic
4% employer retirement contribution with optional 2% match
A pension plan via the Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS) (https://www.kpers.org/members/kpers3)
Six weeks of parental leave at full pay
City-paid short-term and long-term disability plans
Tuition reimbursement up to $3,500 per year
Additional personal leave during first year of employment for new employees
Minimum of 2 weeks of vacation during first year
10 paid holidays per year
Paid sick leave and personal leave
Free membership to the Lenexa Rec Center (https://www.lenexa.com/Parks-Places/Rec-Center)
City of Lenexa strives to be an inclusive place to work. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, physical, hearing test, reference check, and a background check is required for applicants age 18 or older. Candidates with prior criminal convictions are encouraged to submit applications for positions where they meet the minimum and/or desired qualifications and will not automatically be excluded from the recruitment process.
To Apply
Complete the online application and attach your resume and cover letter reflecting your work history. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. The position will remain open until filled.
As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Lenexa strives to treat all employees fairly, with consistency and respect, while providing a positive, challenging and rewarding work environment. We value and encourage diversity in our workplace.
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