Custodian (Recreation & Parks)
City of Greenville, NC Government
Greenville, NC, USA
Posted on May 17, 2026
Job Summary
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The purpose of this position is to maintain the upkeep and cleanliness of Recreation and Parks' buildings and grounds to ensure sound operations and a safe work environment. This is accomplished by completing minor repairs using basic hand tools, changing light bulbs, moving furniture and heavy boxes, general janitorial duties, pressure washing; stripping and waxing floors; and other tasks as assigned.
*Note: This position requires working a flexible schedule to cover meetings, special events, tournaments, inclement weather, and emergency callbacks.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Examples of Duties
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- 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;
- Moves office furniture and equipment;
- Makes deliveries and runs errands;
- Transports supplies and materials;
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
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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:- materials, methods, and practices used in cleaning and related custodial operations.
- 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
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- Must currently possess a valid driver's license (Note: A valid driver's license is a current driver's license that is not revoked, suspended, or subject to limited restoration or conditional operation privileges).
- Requires working a flexible schedule to cover meetings, special events, tournaments, inclement weather, and emergency callbacks.
- Normal work hours for this position are 6:00 am – 2:30 pm, Wednesday through Sunday. Times may alter to Monday through Friday initially, and may also alter during summer months, weekend work, and covering for events.
- Requires the lifting and/or carrying of heavy objects; 25 pounds frequently and up to 50 pounds occasionally, along with the other duties.
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Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer