Building Custodian – Roster (Pos 317)

Salary: $17.21 Hourly
Location : Greensboro, NC
Job Type: Active Roster Temporary
Job Number: 05342
Department: Engineering and Inspections
Division: Building Maintenance
Opening Date: 05/05/2026
Closing Date: 5/19/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Description
The City of Greensboro exists to partner with the community to build the desired quality of life for Greensboro. All of our actions are guided by our commitment to and measured by our success in building public trust and the future we and the community desires.

Critical to our success is maintaining a work environment which fosters employee commitment to public service and making a difference in the lives of our residents.

If this sounds like a purpose that you would like to share in, please consider the opportunity below.
Work Schedule: M-F 4pm to 8pm (Pos 317)

Important Information About Roster Positions

Thank you for considering a roster position with the City of Greensboro! These positions are an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience and contribute to our community. Please review the details below to ensure you understand the nature of roster employment:

• Hourly Employment: Roster positions are paid hourly and do not include benefits such as medical, dental, or vision insurance, life insurance, paid leave, or paid holidays.
• Limited Hours: Roster employees may work up to, but no more than, 1,000 hours in a 12 month period.
• Pension System: Roster positions are not eligible for membership in the city's pension system.

While roster positions do not include benefits, they are often a pathway to full-time, benefited employment with the City. Many of our current full-time employees started in roster positions, and we encourage you to explore this opportunity as a potential first step in your career with us.

We value the contributions of all our team members and look forward to welcoming dedicated individuals who share our commitment to serving the community.
Primary Duties/Brief Description of Work:

The person in this position will perform a variety of light to moderate housekeeping duties in City government facilities. This individual will prepare the facility for opening by completing such duties as cleaning and sanitizing of restrooms, offices, hallways and conference & meeting rooms. Additional duties will include, but are not limited to: sweeping, mopping and vacuuming floors, washing walls, woodwork and fixtures, and emptying trash & recyclable receptacles. The successful candidate must have experience using the following tools of the trade: mop bucket/wringer, microfiber cleaning cloths, wet/dust mops, brooms, janitorial cart, vacuum cleaners, hip vacuum, warning wet floor signage, scrapers, etc. The physical functions of the job require walking, standing, bending, stooping, kneeling and the ability to move or lift 10 lbs. This employee will also be responsible for requisitioning necessary cleaning supplies to the supervisor. Applicant should be able to read and follow instructions and must maintain a reliable means of transportation to work locations.

This job is Non-Exempt and is subject to the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma/GED with 1-year experience in housekeeping
• Prior experience operating janitorial equipment (carpet extractors, scrubbers, and buffers)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous work experience in a large commercial organization/building environment
• Experience providing customer service
• Basic computer experience

01

What is your highest level of Education? Please select Not Applicable if you do not possess a high school diploma or GED.

• Not Applicable
• High School Diploma / GED
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree

02

How many years of housekeeping experience do you possess?Human Resources will not process incomplete answers. You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year experience
• 1 or more years experience, but less than 3 years experience
• 3 or more years experience, but less than 5 years experience
• 5 or more years experience, but less than 7 years experience
• 7 or more years experience, but less than 10 years experience
• 10 or more years experience

03

Clearly describe your housekeeping experience (i.e. company name, duties performed). If you selected "No experience" please type Not Applicable or N/A.Clearly describe your experience (company name, job duties, etc.) • If you have no experience, please type "NA" or Not Applicable. If you have no experience, please type "Not Applicable" or "N/A." • Applications with "See Resume" are considered incomplete and will be given no further consideration. Human Resources will not process incomplete answers. • You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work History section of your employment application.
04

How many years of experience do you possess using carpet extractors, scrubbers, and buffers?Human Resources will not process incomplete answers. You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work history section of your employment application.

• No experience
• Less than 2 years experience
• 2 or more years experience, but less than 4 years experience
• 4 or more years experience, but less than 6 years experience
• 6 or more years experience, but less than 8 years experience
• 8 or more years experience, but less than 10 years experience
• 10 or more years experience

05

How many years custodial experience do you possess in a large commercial organization/building environment? Human Resources will not process incomplete answers. You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work history section of your employment application.

• No experience
• Less than 2 year experience
• 2 or more years experience, but less than 4 years experience
• 4 or more years experience, but less than 6 years experience
• 6 or more years experience, but less than 8 years experience
• 8 or more years experience, but less than 10 years experience
• 10 or more years experience

06

How many years of experience do you possess in customer service? Human Resources will not process incomplete answers. You must also clearly state your experience in the Employment / Work history section of your employment application.

• No experience
• Less than one year experience
• 1 or more years experience, but less than 3 years experience
• 3 or more years experience, but less than 5 years experience
• 5 or more years experience, but less than 7 years experience
• 7 or more years experience, but less than 10 years experience
• 10 or more years experience

07

I understand that all Required Competencies, Work history and Credentials and Education must appear on the application in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application form to receive consideration during the selection process. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing the application, "See Attached Resume or an Embedded Text Resume" will be considered incomplete and will not be processed.

• I understand

Required Question