CUSTODIAL WORKER - 64004385

Requisition No: 842945 

Agency: Department of Health

Working Title: CUSTODIAL WORKER - 64004385

 Pay Plan: Career Service

Position Number: 64004385 

Salary:  $33,760.00 - 34.000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 12/27/2024 

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***Open Competitive Job Opportunity***

Your Specific Responsibilities:

Come Join DOH-Team Duval!  If you are looking to establish an exciting and successful career in Public Health, you have come to the right place. Many of our innovative and successful health programs are recognized throughout Florida.

This is a highly responsible lead custodial staff position reports directly to the Custodial Supervisor II-SES. This position requirements are to provide general cleaning to multiple sites and supply designated building areas, keeping our buildings in a clean and orderly condition, perform routine inspections and document maintenance actives. Responsibilities include but not limited to the following:

Clean and supply designated building. Inspect ALL public restrooms per shift for cleanliness and ensure it is sanitized and replenished with soap, hand towels, toilet paper, sanitary products, toilet seat covers, etc. Clean mirrors wipe sinks and toilets and remove dirt, stains, and trash. Floors around toilet fixtures and under urinals should be mopped a minimum of once per day during scheduled shift using disinfectant cleaner.

Public areas are to be continuously monitored and picked up throughout the day for removal of all litter, damp mopping spillages, emptying of trash receptacles and removal of spots and or graffiti from wall and column surfaces.

Building entrances are to be monitored for removal of all litter, debris and trash including cigarettes butts, during the workday. Entrances should always appear neat and orderly. Pick up trash as required and requested. Check elevator cabs, vacuum out elevator cabs, clean off cab doors, outside call and interior cab buttons and interior walls and remove cigarette butts, paper, litter, and other debris. Removal of trash from trash cans/receptacles on the exterior property, replacement of trash can liners and take to dumpster for collection. Clean and wash trash cans and receptacles monthly.

Use equipment, commercial vacuums, floor buffers and carpet cleaners.  Sweep, mop floors, strip, wax, vacuum, and shampoo (if necessary) carpets.  Ensure spaces are prepared for the next day by taking out trash, tidying furniture and dusting surfaces.  Clean air vents and wash windows, takes inventory and assist on making orders, issues, stores and custodial supplies and equipment, responds to requests for emergency custodial needs and coordinates special work.

Work may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises. Report safety, fire hazards and major damages for repair, any supplies needed to supervisor. Maintain cleaning equipment and ensure they are in good working order. Secure facilities after operating hours by locking doors, gates, closing windows and setting the alarm.

Communicates in a courteous, professional and accurate manner in writing, orally, in person and through electronic means.  Ensures and maintains the collaboration and partnerships of coworkers and vendors.  Assesses and responds with strategies for interacting with persons from diverse backgrounds, inspects work to ensure it meets standards and is done safely and efficiently.

Attend in-service education, staff meetings and health promotion activities. Incorporates ethical standards of practice into all interactions with clients and team members.  Uses DOH policies and procedures to inform decisions; seeks advice from supervisors or other authority; utilizes research or professional organization standards or information to inform decisions.  Abides by the Florida Department of Health Code of Ethics.   Strives to uphold the Department of Health’s values of I.C.A.R.E.   Participates in professional development opportunities.

Able to drive a one (1) ton cargo van. Florida Administrative Code Section 215.422 F.S. and Chapter 3A-24.  Responsible for performing daily inspections and servicing of vehicles such as checking water, adding fuel, oil, water and air.  Inspects and ensures assigned vehicle is in full operational status and reports Vehicle Coordinator and Supervisor, if any repairs are needed.  Maintains cleanliness of interior and exterior of assigned vehicle.  Reports to General Services office all preventative maintenance, repairs or problems with the operation of the DOHD/COJ vehicle. Completes vehicle log and vehicle inspection form daily and submits monthly to the Vehicle Coordinator. 

Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor or management, which may include inspects work to ensure it meets standards and is done safely and efficiently. Attending meetings for information or training.  Perform travel as instructed, in relation to above duties and for professional development.  Complete computer training and other necessary tasks online.  Adheres to all policies, procedures, and safety standards.  Cross train throughout department and all activities encompassed, which may include lifting equipment, boxes, etc., of at least 50 lbs. Assist in on-the-job training of new staff on routine procedures.  Performs cleaning functions specific to the assigned facilities and/or based on seasonal/project requirements, moves, and rearranges furniture for events and restores rooms after. Perform other related duties as required.  Use of a private car may be required. May have access to records containing social security numbers in the performance of job duties.

Participate in the departmental Disaster Preparedness and Recovery Plan operations including other emergency related functions.  Evening and weekend assignments may be required and responsibilities at other DOHD sites as necessary.

Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  Knowledge:

• Must be computer literate to complete training and other necessary task online. 
• Must be able to communicate professionally both orally and electronically. 
• Possess working knowledge of the methods, technique and materials used in custodial work.

  Skills:

• Active listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
• Reading comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Speaking - talking to others to convey information effectively.
• Social perceptiveness - Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
• Time management - Managing one's own time to ensure all assigned tasks are completed in the assigned time.
• Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
• Service orientation - Actively looking for ways to help people.
• Critical thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.

  Abilities:

• Considerable physical activity since physical work in a primary part (more than 70%) of job.  Must have physical strength, dexterity, ability to stand and walk for long periods. Must be able to lift 50 lbs.  Must be able to safely operate general housekeeping equipment, to include but not limited to vacuum cleaner, mop and bucket, broom, duster, general floor care and cleaning equipment.  Able to climb ladders and work from heights.
• Must be able to squat, twist, bend, kneel, reach overhead before and while using tools and performing custodial tasks.

• Oral Comprehension -The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Oral expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• Speech clarity - The ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
• Written comprehension - The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• Speech recognition - The ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
• Written expression - The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• Category flexibility - The ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
• Deductive reasoning - The ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
• Information ordering - The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

Qualifications:

  Minimum:

• Must have a valid/Unrestricted Driver's License – State of Florida license preferred.
• Experience working as a custodian, janitor, or similar position
• Basic knowledge of cleaning chemicals
• Experience successfully and independently operating a computer

Florida Department of Health Mission, Vision, and Values:

  Mission:

  To protect, promote & improve the health of all people in Florida through integrated state, county & community efforts.

  Vision:

  To be the Healthiest State in the Nation.

  Values:

  I nnovation: We search for creative solutions and manage resources wisely.

  C ollaboration: We use teamwork to achieve common goals & solve problems.

  A ccountability: We perform with integrity & respect.

  R esponsiveness: We achieve our mission by serving our customers & engaging our partners.

  E xcellence: We promote quality outcomes through learning & continuous performance improvement.

Where You Will Work:

Florida Department of Health in Duval County

Locations will vary

Jacksonville, Florida 

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:

Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click www.myfrs.com).
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers.
• And more!

For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

Please be advised:

Your responses to qualifying questions for this position must be verifiable by documentation provided through the electronic application process.  

This position requires a security background check and/or drug screening and participation in direct deposit. Any misrepresentations or omissions will disqualify you from employment consideration. Note: You will be required to provide your Social Security Number (SSN) in order to conduct this background check Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment for safety-sensitive positions.

Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS. For more information, please visit the SSS website: http://www.sss.gov 

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.  Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement. 

The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.  E-Verify is operated by the Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility.   

Incumbents may be required to perform emergency duty before, during, and/or beyond normal work hours or days.

Florida has the third largest population of veterans in the nation with more than 1.5 million service men and women.  The Florida Department of Health (department) is committed to serving members of the United States Armed Forces, veterans, and their families by encouraging them to apply for vacancies that fit their area of knowledge and/or expertise.  Through the Department's VALOR program, which expedites licensing for military veterans, the Department also waives initial licensing and application fees for military veterans who apply for a health care professional license within 60 months of an honorable discharge. These initiatives help ensure that the transition from military service into the workforce is as smooth as possible and reflects our appreciation for the dedication devoted to protecting our country.    

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.

VETERANS’ PREFERENCE.  Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.  Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.  Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.  Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.  All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.