Custodian (Building & Grounds)
$35,484.80 Annually
Closing Date 2/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
The City of Greenville's Public Works Department is seeking a motivated individual for the position of Custodian in our Buildings & Grounds division. This position maintains the upkeep and cleanliness of City buildings and grounds to ensure sound operations and a safe work environment.
Regular working hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Examples of Duties
- Cleans floors, walls, windows, lavatory fixtures, stairs, and doors using brooms, dust mops, heavy wet mops, brushes, and sponges;
- Operates buffing machine to remove or renew wax finishes;
- Empties trash containers;
- Replaces and removes light bulbs;
- Performs manual labor related to building operations;
- Notifies supervisor of cleaning supplies inventory;
- Makes minor repairs;
- Makes deliveries and runs errands;
- Transports mail and other materials; and
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience:
- Ability to read and write sufficiently to complete required tasks (High school diploma or GED preferred); and
- One year of experience in custodial/building facility maintenance work.
- High school diploma or GED; and
- At least six months of experience in custodial/building facility maintenance work.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
- building maintenance practices, supplies, and equipment.
- hazards and safety methods related to custodial operations.
Ability to:
- use assigned cleaning equipment.
- climb and work safely from ladders.
- understand and follow oral and written directions.
- perform a variety of manual tasks.
- work cooperatively with City officials, other employees, and the general public.
- work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.
- meet the mental and physical demands of the job.
Special Requirements
- Valid North Carolina Driver's License required.
- This position is designated Essential Personnel and On-Call: when required, reports to work during inclement weather, natural disasters, and emergency situations.
- Must be able to work late shifts and be available for the City Council meetings as required.
- Regular working hours are Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
- Work monthly rotating late shifts for City Council meetings and other scheduled meetings, and work a rotating on-call schedule.
- This position requires the ability to lift and/or carry 50 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally.
Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer
Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Apply: Current Employment Opportunities | City of Greenville, NC
