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Salary: $16.75 - $19.00 HourlyLocation : Houston, TexasJob Type: Full TimeJob Number: 36591Department: Houston Airport SystemOpening Date: 04/08/2025Closing Date: 4/22/2025 11:59 PM Central POSITION OVERVIEWApplications Accepted From: ALL PERSONS INTERESTEDDivision/Section: Terminal Management - Custodial Services - (IAH)Workdays & Hours: * Varied (Shift work, including rotation, weekends and holidays) subject to change*DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSThe Custodial Services team at Bush Intercontinental (IAH) of the Houston Airport System serves a wide scope of internal and external customers and tenants including but not limited to enhance the customer experience and meet industry standards by cleaning and appearance. The mission of the team is to WOW passengers by executing a "can do" attitude and respond quickly to meet and exceed their expectations by maintaining facilities that are worthy of Skytrax 5-Star ratings in cleanliness, appearance, and function. The team is expected to interface with airport customers using the core values of the organization (Integrity, Courtesy and, Respect).The purpose of the Custodian position is to clean and maintain terminal facilities with a friendly demeanor and an eye for detail to enhance the guest experience and meet "opening day fresh" standards to ensure a safe and clean environment. Builds long term relationships with airlines, tenants and other customers based on trust and commitment by proactively responding to guest's concerns. "Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required."The Custodian duties will include, but are not limited to:Performs janitorial services including floor mopping, polishing, stripping and waxing; rug vacuuming and shampooing; furniture dusting and polishing; window washing; and furniture unloading and movingCleans restroomsEmpties trash and sets out for collectionOrders cleaning supplies and maintains cleaning equipmentPerforms other related maintenance/janitorial services as requestedWORKING CONDITIONSThe position routinely requires lifting of moderately heavy items, such as typewriters or records boxes (up to 40 pounds). Required to stand for very long periods of time and/or of walk on rough surfaces on a routine basis. There are routine discomforts from exposure to moderate heat, cold, moisture/wetness and unpleasant air conditions. The position may involve routine exposure to soiled materials and light chemical substances such as cleaning solutions. Requires the ability to make simple gross motor responses within large tolerances.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTSEDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Very fundamental levels of the ability to read, write and follow simple oral instructions as might normally be acquired through up to eight years of formal schooling.EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS No experience is required.LICENSE REQUIREMENTS None GENERAL INFORMATIONSELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.Pay Grade - 4SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.APPLICATION PROCEDURES Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: To view your detailed application status, please log-in to your online profile by visiting: or call 281-233-1528.If you need special services or accommodations, call 281-233-1528; (TTY 7-1-1)If you need login assistance or technical support call 855-524-5627.Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit: Equal Opportunity EmployerThe City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.The city offers a competitive benefits program, including competitively priced health coverage and a defined contribution pension plan. Benefits include: Medical Dental Vision Wellness Supplemental Insurance Life insurance Long-term disability Retirement pension 457 deferred compensation plan Employee Assistance Program 10 days of vacation each year 11 city holidays, plus one floating holiday Compensable Sick Leave Personal Leave Flexible schedules Hybrid-Telework for eligible positions Professional development opportunities Transportation/parking plan Section 125 pretax deductions Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan Paid Prenatal, Parental and Infant Wellness Leaves Healthcare Flexible Spending AccountFor plan details, visit Are you a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces (United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) for more than ninety consecutive days and received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions? Yes No 02 Are you a Houston Airport System employee? Yes No 03 What is the "highest" level of education you have completed? Less than eight years of formal schooling Up to eight years but less than twelve years of formal schooling High School Diploma or GED Associate's degree or higher 04 ACCEPTANCE OF WORKING CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: The following "yes" or "no" questions reflect conditions of employment, which all Terminal Management Custodial Services employees must accept. If you cannot answer "yes" to all questions, you cannot be further considered for this position. All positions are designated as Tier 1 Employees. Are you able to work long hours in emergency or disaster situations that may require you to be away from your home and/or family for extended periods of time? Yes No 05 This is a full-time position. Are you available and willing to work all shifts (Day, Evening, and Night), including rotation, weekends, and holidays? This is critical to our operations and each employee will be held accountable to their work schedule. Yes No 06 This position requires mandatory overtime, shift work and extended shifts with minimum notice. Are you willing and able to adhere to this requirement. Yes No 07 How many years of experience do you have with cleaning a "large" facility such as a hospital, hotel, airport and/or sports stadium? Less than six months Six months to less than two years Two to less than four years Four years or more No Experience 08 WORK SETTING: Please ONLY check all that you have "verifiable" commercial cleaning work history with? Experience with cleaning and disinfecting multiple restroom areas and fixtures Experience with restocking cleaning supplies Experience with cleaning within a professional office setting Experience with polishing, waxing, and buffing floors Experience with large cleaning carpet and floor areas Experience with using commercial mops and utilizing professional chemicals Experience with stripping and sealing floor areas None of the Above 09 How many years of experience do you have performing "Custodial Maintenance" activities? Less than six months Six months to less than two years Two to less than four years Four or more years No Experience 10 Describe your experience cleaning large facilities and years of experience performing this type of work. (see resume is not acceptable, if no experience please insert N/A.) 11 Briefly describe your experience in performing all types of cleaning activities involving large windows and/or a facility involving high customer traffic (see resume is not acceptable, if no experience please insert N/A). Required Question City of Houston, TX

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