RS Library Custodial Worker F/T

General Statement of Job Build Your Future with the City of Boca Raton!At the City of Boca Raton, a career in public service is more than a job – it’s your chance to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant and sustainable coastal community. Driven by our core values of Fairness, Integrity, Respect, Service, and Trust, we are committed to fostering a workplace where employees feel appreciated, inspired, and supported.Why Boca Raton?
As the second largest city in Palm Beach County, the City of Boca Raton offers robust benefits to its employees:

• Health Insurance Benefits: No-cost employee Medical, Dental & Vision plans
• Generous Paid Time Off: 12 paid holidays + vacation, sick, and 3 floating holidays
• Continuous Service Benefit: Paid out annually after 5 years of service
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedule
• Retirement Plans: Two pension/retirement options to choose from

Whether you’re starting out or looking to take your public service career to the next level, the City of Boca Raton offers the tools, resources, and culture to help you succeed.Apply now and join the city that’s building careers and shaping a stronger tomorrow!The Custodial Worker position plays an important role in keeping City buildings, equipment, and facilities clean, safe, and welcoming for employees and visitors. This position is responsible for performing general cleaning tasks and routine maintenance to maintain the appearance and functionality of City properties. Working under regular supervision, the Custodial Worker supports the City’s commitment to providing a pleasant and healthy environment, enhancing the overall experience for the community and staff.Essential Functions

• Maintains a healthy and clean environment for the enjoyment and safe use by co-workers, residents, and visitors to City facilities
• Cleans, sanitizes, and supplies public rest rooms daily.
• Cleans breakrooms, classrooms, meeting and conference rooms, offices, and any other designated locations daily, Washes windows, walls, woodwork, and blinds.
• Vacuums, sweeps, and dust mops floors.
• Waxes and uses buffers on floors, wipes bleachers and furniture.
• Picks up paper and trash from grounds; Gathers and disposes of trash and debris.
• Empties trash containers.
• Sets up and breaks down rooms for conferences and meetings.
• Picks up and delivers tables and chairs and other equipment.
• Assures cleanliness of grounds adjacent to building entrance and walkways and courts.
• Perform minor repairs (courts, changes decks, painting, windscreens, etc.).
• Changes light bulbs and filters

Related tasks:

• Dusts and/or polishes chairs, tables, shelves, and other furniture or equipment.
• Inventories supplies and informs supervisor of necessary cleaning and housekeeping supplies.
• Picks up cleaning supplies and maintains janitorial inventory and supply closets.
• Delivers newsletters brochures, and interoffice mail.
• Cleans, washes, and vacuums City vehicles as required
• Pressure wash buildings, boardwalks, railings, sidewalks, or other locations as required
• Utilize equipment to maintain a clear path on boardwalks, parking lots, sidewalks, and trails
• Performs related tasks as required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of:

• Custodial cleaning methods, materials, and equipment.

Skilled in:

• Basic custodial cleaning methods

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, patrons, and the general public.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Use, fuel, and maintain pressure washers and blowers.
• Perform manual labor for extended periods.
• Identify maintenance or custodial needs and ensure quality work in park areas and other facilities.
• Efficiently organize tasks, prioritize responsibilities, and allocate time to complete assigned duties.
• Read, understand and comply with Material Data Sheets.
• Compose and send e-mail and basic computer skills.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

• Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Possession of a valid State of Florida Class “E” driver’s license

POST OFFER PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING REQUIREMENTS:Final offer and employment are contingent upon successful completion of the following post-offer, pre-employment screening items:

• Criminal Background Check
• Employment Verification
• Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Check
• Drug and Alcohol Screen
• Physical Examination

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Abstained from the use of cigarettes, cigars, and other tobacco products for at least one year prior to date of hire and shall abstain from the use of tobacco products at all times during the period of their employment with the City while both on and off duty.Physical and Environmental Demands and ConditionsThe environmental conditions and physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Occasionally ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
• Occasionally moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.
• Occasionally moving from one worksite to another.
• Occasionally operating machinery and/or power tools.
• Occasionally operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Occasionally working in an outdoor area where exposure to animals, reptiles, and/or insects may occur.
• Continuously remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Continuously moving about within the immediate work area to accomplish tasks.
• Continuously adjusting or moving objects up to 25 pounds in all directions.
• Continuously communicating with others to exchange information.
• Continuously repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Continuously assessing the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Continuously observing details accurately and identifying variances.
• Continuously working in a normal office environment with few physical discomforts.
• Continuously working in an area that is somewhat uncomfortable due to drafts, noise, temperature variation, or the like.
• Continuously working in an area that is very uncomfortable due to extreme temperature, noise levels, or other environmental conditions.
• Continuously working with equipment or performing procedures where carelessness would probably result in minor cuts, bruises, or muscle pulls.
• Continuously demonstrating regular in office or on-site attendance.

Essential Employee DesignationWhen normal operations of City departments are suspended or interrupted due to a declaration that a state of emergency exists, any employee may be deemed essential by the City. For the preparation and/or continuation of emergency operations or for special work detail, employees deemed necessary shall be required to work.The City of Boca Raton is an , Inclusive, Veteran’s Preference Employer and Drug Free Workplace. It is the policy of the City of Boca Raton to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.CITY OF BOCA RATON – BENEFITS SUMMARY
SEIU Employees
ANNUAL LEAVE: Shall accrue prior to an employee attaining permanent status in the classified service and may be used after six (6) months of employment at the sole discretion of the Department Head, but it shall not be paid out upon resignation or termination unless the employee has attained permanent status (one full year). The maximum accrual is 360 hours.0 to 5 full years 8 hours per month
5 to 10 full years 10 hours per month
10 to 15 full years 12 hours per month
15 years and over 14 hours per month
CASH OUT OF ANNUAL LEAVE: Employees who have attained permanent status shall be permitted to cash out up to forty (40) hours of accrued and unused Annual Leave, either in a single lump sum payment or two or more partial payments, each fiscal year., each fiscal year.SICK LEAVE: 8 hours per month. Any hours in excess of 960 will be paid off annually at 50%. Upon retirement, employees with a minimum of 5 years continuous service will receive 50% of sick leave balance. Termination for reasons other than retirement shall be entitled to payment for accrued, but unused sick leave, as follows:Continuous years of service Percentage
Less than 2 full years 0%
2 to 5 full years 10%
5 to 10 full years 20%
10 full years or more 30%
Retirement (normal, early or disability) 50%
HEALTH INSURANCE (Premiums): Employee Medical (Base Plan) – Paid 100% by City. Employee contributions are required for the buy up employee coverage plans. Employee contributions are required for Employee Dental and Vision Plans, as well as Dependent(s) Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans.CONTINUOUS SERVICE BENEFIT: Continuous Service is determined on December 1st of each year. Payment is issued during the month of December based upon years of service as follows:5 to 10 full years $600 annually
10 to 15 full years $800 annually
15 full years and over $1,000 annually
RETIREMENT PLANS: The two pension/retirement options are listed below:

• The option to enroll in a Defined Contribution Retirement Plan. The Defined Contribution Plan will not require a mandatory contribution on your part. The City will contribute seven (7%) percent of your annual base wages to this plan. The vesting period for this plan shall be one (1) year from your date of hire in the classified service, which coincides with your one-year probationary period.
• An option to enroll in a Defined Benefit Plan option available to you that will have a ten (10) year vesting period with a multiplier of 2.00% at normal retirement and a mandatory seven and three-quarters (7.75%) percent contribution.
• The two (2) options will be fully explained to you prior to your selection.

Optional: 457 Deferred Compensation Savings Plan is available.HOLIDAYS: 15 per year: 12 recognized holidays and 3 floating holidays which are allocated for the fiscal year starting October 1, to all 8 hour per day employees. Employees hired between October 1 and March 31 shall receive 3 floating holidays. Employees hired between April 1 and September 30 shall receive 1 floating holiday. Non-task employees working 10-hour days receive 10, 10-hour paid holidays but do not receive floating holidays.FUNERAL LEAVE: Up to 3 workdays – In State Up to 5 workdays – Out of StatePERFORMANCE EVALUATION: A performance review(s) is given to new hires during the first year of employment and an annual review on their anniversary date. Every employee is evaluated on their anniversary date. The current ratings are: Requires Improvement, Meets Expectations, Exceeds Expectations, and Significantly Exceeds Expectations.TUITION REIMBURSEMENT: Full-time employees are eligible for tuition reimbursement as outlined in the City’s Tuition Reimbursement Policy which is available in Human Resources and subject to the availability of departmental funds.MILITARY LEAVE: Members in military reserve units who attend annual training are entitled to paid leave not to exceed 30 days each calendar year.EAP: Employees, spouses, and eligible dependents have access to five (5) face-to-face sessions with a counselor through Cigna’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP). Services include assistance with legal, financial, parenting, elder care, pet care, and identity theft.

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