Job Summary
The primary function of this position is to maintain the cleanliness, appearance, and operational readiness of Canyon County Fair facilities, including The Center, Fair Building, and Fairgrounds facilities. This position performs routine custodial duties while providing operational support for year-round facility rentals, community events, and the annual Canyon County Fair. Responsibilities include event setup and teardown, facility preparation, equipment movement, and assisting the Fair Maintenance Technician in maintaining safe, clean, and welcoming facilities.
Work is performed independently under the supervision of the Fair Director or designee. The position requires flexibility to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and Fair operations as needed.
Key Responsibilities:
· General Custodial Duties
Perform general, daily routine custodial duties: dusting, mopping, vacuuming, cleaning restrooms, ensuring proper sanitation, and restocking paper and soap supplies
Strip and wax floors and shampoo carpets on a regular maintenance schedule
Empty trash receptacles, dispose of trash into dumpsters
Clean and polish brass, mirrors, wood, and other special reflective and decorative surfaces
Wash walls, windows and surface areas
Clean spills, spot clean carpets and remove graffiti
Event Support
Assists with setup and teardown for meetings, trade shows, banquets, livestock events, concerts, sporting events, and community events
Sets up tables, chairs, signage, and other event equipment
Assists renters, vendors, exhibitors, and event organizers with operational needs during events
Monitors facilities during events to ensure safety, cleanliness, and compliance with facility policies
Responds to operational issues and customer service requests during events and Fair operations
Assists with traffic flow, vendor access, deliveries, and facility logistics during events and Fair
Supports Fair operations before, during, and after the annual Canyon County Fair
Equipment Maintenance
Perform routine maintenance to custodial equipment and supplies as required
General Maintenance and Repairs
Perform general maintenance and minor repairs inside buildings as required
Other Duties
May monitor and assign tasks to community service workers
Perform all work duties and activities following county policies, procedures, and safety practices
Perform other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, and standard practices for cleaning and maintaining public buildings
Expertise in the preparation and appropriate use of cleaning agents on varied surface types, including proper disposal of chemical cleaning agents
Familiarity with industry methods and practices of floor care such as hot water carpet extraction, mechanical and chemical stripping of waxed floors, and spot cleaning
Work cooperatively and constructively with colleagues and the public to deliver high-quality service
Communicate effectively with the public and other employees
Ability to follow written and oral instructions with accuracy and consistency
Work independently with minimal supervision
Operate powered custodial equipment, including vacuums, strippers, buffers, auto-scrubbers, water extraction machinery, and power washers
Ability to become certified in proper techniques and methods in safe handling and disposal of blood-borne pathogens
Utilize hand-cleaning tools such as brooms, dust and wet mops, dust pans, and dusters
Lift and manipulate objects safely and climb ladders as needed
Special Qualifications
Ability to obtain certification in carpet cleaning using approved CRI (Carpet and Rug Institute) methods and procedures
Valid Idaho driver’s license and ability to operate a motor vehicle
Must successfully complete a background investigation through the National Crime Information Center (NCIC)
Education and Experience
High School Diploma or GED equivalency is required
Equivalent combination of experience and training may be…