Humboldt County Fair Association Custodian Ferndale, CA · Part time

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Since 1896 the Humboldt County Fair Association (HCFA) has held the annual Humboldt County Fair. The Association was formally established in December 26, 1924 as a California non-profit public benefit corporation. HCFA is governed by an eleven (11) member Board of Directors, the policy and financial policy making body for the Association, and they designate a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) responsible for implementing their direction and managing the Association's employees. The Association entered into an agreement with the County of Humboldt to manage the Humboldt County Fair and Event Center. The Association acts as the County's agent to operate and manage the Center. The Fairgrounds are located in the town of Ferndale and includes approximately 65-acres that houses exhibit buildings, livestock barns, a historic grandstand, a 1/2 mile dirt horse racing track, midway and carnival lots. Included on the property is a recreational vehicle park with 60 site hooks and dry campground facilities.

CUSTODIAN I/II 

This is a part-time non-exempt position, not to exceed 1040 hours annually. The Custodial II  position directly assists the Association’s Chief Executive Officer to ensure maintenance and  cleaning of the Association’s facilities. This position performs variety of tasks related to various  cleaning functions, including janitorial, sweeping, recycling and vacuuming and may operate a  variety of equipment and tools related to the Humboldt County fairground’s property and  buildings throughout the year.  

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED 

The Custodial I/II position reports to the Chief Executive Officer with administrative direction  from the Association’s Office Manager. The Custodial II position exercises direct scheduling  and supervision over seasonal custodial employees during the Annual County Fair.  

The Custodial II position works closely with the C.E.O. in planning and preparation for the  annual Humboldt County Fair, and other facility events, and day-to-day custodial service  requirements throughout the year which include basic cleaning, ordering equipment and supplies  and ensures restroom and kitchen facilities are properly stocked. The Custodial II position also  assists in developing information for the annual operational budget.  

EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only) 

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of  different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can  perform the essential functions of the job.  

KEY SKILLS & COMPETENCIES.  

⮚ Weekly Cleaning: Vacuum carpeted areas, dust mot and remove stains from floors, damp mop and buff all areas, empty waste baskets, replace liners and wash when necessary. Empty garbage and properly dispose of garbage into proper receptacles. Clean sinks, stoves, ovens, and other appliances in kitchen areas, spot clean windows, clean lobby doors, remove finger prints, smudges and dust from walls. 

⮚ Clean Restrooms: Sweep, damp mop and remove stains from floors, clean mirrors, clean and dust stalls and doors; clean toilet bowls/urinals and wash basins; clean soap and paper dispensers, refill as needed; and clean plumbing fixtures and check for needed repairs.

⮚ Other Cleaning: Spot clean painted walls and clean counters. Buff floors, sweep steps and sidewalks. Dust woodwork, ledges, doors, trim and window sills, walls and baseboards. Damp wipe desks and file cabinets. Clean inside and outside windows. 

⮚ Perform other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

⮚ Exerts physical effort in doing assigned duties. 

⮚ Follows oral and written instructions. 

⮚ Excellent customer service and ability to work cooperatively with team members and others. 

WORKING CONDITIONS 

⮚ Work is performed indoors and outdoors. 

⮚ Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risk that require following basic safety precautions. 

⮚ Wear safety equipment during work performance (e.g. ear plugs, dust masks, eye and face protection, gloves, rain gear and back support) 

⮚ Expose to dust, dirt, fumes, chemicals, and unpleasant odors. 

⮚ Work involves exposure to uneven ground surfaces. 

⮚ Stands, walks, and/or moves for sustained periods. 

⮚ Moves objects up to 50 pounds.