ABOUT COLUMBIA COUNTY

Columbia County is one of Florida’s best-kept secrets, with pockets of quiet and peaceful springs. Columbia County is the home of Florida’s Springlands, with multiple natural springs, lakes, rivers, and nine beautiful state parks. In 2022, the US Census Bureau QuickFacts estimated Columbia County has a population of 72,000 residents. Columbia County is a southeast sports destination and hosts multiple tournaments and camps. Columbia County requires a diverse and dedicated workforce to provide services for Columbia County residents to live and work and for the visitors who experience our piece of the Florida playground. Consider applying for a position with us today.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This is manual work performing general maintenance and custodial tasks at various County buildings. Duties require the exercise of some independent judgment in planning work methods.  Work is checked by the Director of Maintenance or Field Supervisor for compliance with special instructions and general directions.

Training and Experience

High School graduate or its equivalent preferred but not required, at least 18 years of age. One (1) year experience in housekeeping or similar custodial work and general maintenance.

Professional Licenses/mandatory requirements

Possession of a valid Florida driver’s license required. CDL Class B Florida driver’s license preferred but not required.

SALARY: $ 16.46 per hour plus benefits

DEADLINE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS:  04/01/2025

Each applicant is required to submit a complete County Application for Employment. Applications are available on-line www.columbiacountyfla.com/Jobs.asp . Successful applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment medical exam, physical agilities, criminal history background check, driver’s license check and drug screening. Applications can be emailed to: hr@columbiacountyfla.com or by mail, FedEx, or UPS to:

HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE

COLUMBIA COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

POST OFFICE BOX 1529

LAKE CITY, FLORIDA 32056-1529

(386) 758-3351; TDD (386) 758-2139

An AA/EEO/ADA/VP Employer

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Some knowledge of general plumbing, carpentry and electrical work is required
• Knowledge of materials, methods and practices used in large scale housekeeping
• Ability to maintain accurate records, reports and logs
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Ability to learn, understand and abide by all Maintenance Standard Operating Procedures, Rules and Regulations and County Personnel Policies and Procedures
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
• Ability to communicate with fellow employees and the general public
• Ability to take a team work approach to the job by cooperating with others, offering to help others when needed and considering larger organization or team goals rather than individual concerns
• Ability to operate equipment such as lawnmower, edger, weed eater, blower, hand saws, drills, buffing machine, carpentry tools, hand tools, and other equipment as required

Essential Functions

• Makes frequent inspections to determine if work is properly done, issues cleaning supplies, keeps records and makes reports to administrative superior, these functions require speaking, hearing, reading and editing
• Participates in such duties as sweeping, mopping, stripping and waxing floors, cleaning of bathrooms and toilets, dusting, cleans blinds and vent, emptying waste baskets, vacuuming floor, and maintain the lawns and grounds of various County sites
• Periodically pressure washes the outside of County buildings
• Maintains necessary records and prepares required reports relating to personnel, supplies, equipment and work performed
• Performs minor repairs on office equipment and furniture
• Required to work during a local declared state of emergency

Non -Essential Functions

Performs related work as required.

[These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed.  Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.]

Work Environment

Tasks which are performed indoor will cause exposure to various chemicals and noxious fumes. Tasks performed outdoor will cause exposure to insects, heights, confined areas, and extreme weather conditions.

Essential Physical Skills/Demands

Use of both hands while in various positions of walking, standing, stooping, and sitting while performing essential duties. Must be able to lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds. Adequate eyesight and hearing (with or without correction) to safely perform duties. This position requires climbing stairs and ladders, pushing, pulling, reaching overhead, bending, kneeling, and crawling.

NOTE: The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodations.