Custodial Supervisor - Business Services
Marion County
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Custodial Worker 1 - Temporary - Relief/On-Call - Business Services
Marion County
Business Services
Location
Indianapolis, Indiana, 97309
Salary
$17.97 - $24.07
per hour
Type
Part Time
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February 20, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This temporary on-call custodial job involves cleaning and maintaining county buildings in Indianapolis, such as emptying trash, mopping floors, disinfecting restrooms, and responding to spills or debris requests during evening shifts.
It's a hands-on role under supervisor guidance, with no supervisory duties.
A good fit would be someone reliable and physically able who enjoys straightforward maintenance work and has basic cleaning experience.
Key Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent, plus some janitorial experience or equivalent combination of education/training
- Knowledge of cleaning methods, materials, and procedures (e.g., soaps, waxes, dilution ratios)
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and perform basic math for chemical mixing
- Physical ability to use ladders/stairs, reach above shoulders, and handle tasks at various heights
- Pass a criminal history background check including fingerprinting
- Reliable availability for evening shifts (e.g., 4:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m., Monday-Friday) with flexibility for varying hours and overtime
- Strong communication skills to maintain professional relationships and respond to emails/work orders
Full Job Description
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES
Performs a variety of tasks involving custodial care of county buildings.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the supervision of a custodial supervisor who assigns projects and reviews work for conformance to standards.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision of employees is not a responsibility of positions in this classification.
Performs a variety of tasks involving custodial care of county buildings.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the supervision of a custodial supervisor who assigns projects and reviews work for conformance to standards.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
Supervision of employees is not a responsibility of positions in this classification.
Requirements
Empty trash and recycling on multiple floors and disposing of trash and recycling in proper dumpsters. Remove surface dirt and dust on horizontal surfaces at a variety of heights. Remove surface dirt and debris from hard floor surfaces. Vacuum carpeting and use carpet cleaners. Operate and clean various equipment. Clean and disinfect toilets, urinals, sinks, walls, vents, trash cans, sanitary disposal boxes, and partitions. Sweep and mop multiple floors. Clean windows, mirrors, and glass at a variety of heights. Clean walls, doors, door frames, and light switch plates. Clean under office desks and behind office equipment. Prepare chemicals per instructions using basic math skills to compute dilution ratios. Maintain building security. Maintain a clean and organized custodial closet. Appropriately handle and dispose of hazardous waste. Establish and maintain professional and effective working relationships with customers, co-workers, supervisors and other departments and agencies. Check e-mail daily, respond to emails in a timely manner, and fill out daily work orders. Complete monthly work orders. Respond to customer requests for removal of debris, cleanup of spills, etc. Order and put away custodial supplies. Use of ladders and stairs; and work and reach above shoulders. Understand and carry out written and verbal instructions. Always carry a cell phone and ensure that it is in working order. Attend various meetings and complete required trainings. Report any needed maintenance repairs. Other duties as assigned by your supervisor.
Qualifications
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
- Graduation from high school, or equivalent, and some experience with janitorial techniques, OR
- Any satisfactory combination of work, education, training, or experience relevant to the position, as determined by Marion County.
- The finalist for this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check, including finger printing; however, conviction of a crime may not necessarily disqualify an individual for this position.
- This assignment is represented by a union.
- This is a temporary on call/relief position, which is eligible for overtime.
- Typical schedule: Monday - Friday, 4:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m., Hours and Days may vary by business need.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Some knowledge of cleaning methods and procedures; some knowledge of cleaning materials such as soaps, powders, waxes, and polishes; ability to understand and follow simple instructions; good physical condition, strength, and agility to perform manual tasks for extended periods; ability to work cooperatively with other employees; ability to work alone; ability to work evenings.
Some knowledge of cleaning methods and procedures; some knowledge of cleaning materials such as soaps, powders, waxes, and polishes; ability to understand and follow simple instructions; good physical condition, strength, and agility to perform manual tasks for extended periods; ability to work cooperatively with other employees; ability to work alone; ability to work evenings.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Bends, stoops, squats and twists; stands and walks for long periods of time; engages in repetitive work motions such as gripping, lifting and mopping; reaches above shoulders and head; climbs ladders and stairs; cleans surfaces at a variety of heights and angles; lifts and carries equipment and materials weighing up to 50 lbs.; pushes and pulls up to 75 lbs.; exposure to cleaning chemicals.
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