Building and Grounds Worker I

Calvert County Government; Maryland; Vor Ort; USD 30.000 - 34.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Vacation and holidays

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible spending accounts

Zusammenfassung

Calvert County Government is seeking a custodial and grounds maintenance worker to perform cleaning, minor repairs, and general building upkeep across County facilities. The role includes snow removal when needed and assisting with setup for events and programs, under county supervision.

Applicants must have a tenth-grade education, a valid driver’s license, and be able to follow written and verbal instructions. The position offers full-time hours with a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifikationen

• Completion of the tenth grade.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Medical Examiner’s Certificate may be required.

Aufgaben

• Locks and unlocks facilities and handles custodial tasks.
• Performs minor building repairs and cleaning of County facilities.
• Responds to maintenance requests and reports issues to staff.
• Snow removal when needed and safety compliance.
• Assists with event setups and breaks down equipment.
• Ops cleaning of floors, windows, restrooms, and stock custodial supplies.

Kenntnisse

Manual labor

Facility maintenance

Cleaning

Public interaction

Safety compliance

Ausbildung

Completion of the tenth grade

Jobbeschreibung

Job Description:This position is responsible for landscaping and grounds maintenance in all weather conditions and is subject to call-ins for snow and ice removal.Performs building maintenance, building cleaning and related work. Work involves performing minor building repairs and cleaning of County facilities and grounds. Work requires ability to follow instructions. Work is performed under close to general supervision.Essential Job FunctionsLocks and unlocks facility.Lowers and raises flags.Checks and sets thermostats and heat pumps for proper heating and cooling.Cleans air-conditioning vents and assists with VAC adjustments.Makes minor carpentry repairs, fixes moldings, hangs pictures.Cleans out drains; completes minor plumbing.Picks up litter outside on the grounds.Moves furniture, equipment, file cabinets.Collects and takes out trash.Changes light bulbs and cleans fixtures.Responds to complaints and reports regarding repairs to proper personnel.Scrubs floors, mops up spills, and keeps building free of debris.Mops floors; vacuums floors and carpeting.Sweeps floors and sidewalks.Strips and waxes floors.Washes windows, walls, woodwork, mirrors.Cleans restrooms, replaces supplies.Orders, stores, and stocks custodial supplies.Orders, stores, and stocks soda machines and collects monies from machines.Lubricates locks and door hinges.Arranges tables, chairs, and equipment for classes and programs.Works with vendors such as electricians and plumbers to solve maintenance problems.Assists building users as necessary.Ensures safety protocols, including may serve as Safety Officer; maintains fire extinguishers, checks and replenishes first aid kits in buildings, checks eyewash stations monthly.Provides set-ups and take-downs for special events, lectures, displays, weddings, etc.Ensures emergency and exit lights work properly.Turns off lights in the evening and checks lights in buildings.Dusts and washes venetian blinds; dusts file cabinets, furniture, pool tables.Adjusts tables, chairs, stools and assembles shelves and utility carts.Takes copy paper to the administrative wing.Makes deliveries and pickups.Decorates building for programs and holidays.Completes minor maintenance on audio-visual equipment.Keeps insects away from building.Snow removal when needed.Other DutiesPerforms related work as required.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (These are pre-employment KSA’s that apply only to Essential Job Functions.)Ability to-Perform minor building repairs.Perform building cleaning work.Follow oral and written instructions.Deal effectively with the public.Understanding of safety protocols.Required Qualifications (Note: Any acceptable combination of education, training and relevant experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted on a full-time year for year basis.)Training and/or EducationCompletion of the tenth grade.ExperienceNoneLicenses or CertificatesValid driver’s license and a current Medical Examiner’s Certificate in accordance with Federal Regulations may be required.Special RequirementsMust be 18 years of age.Operation of County owned vehicle may be required.May be subject to background investigation.Physical DemandsRequires strenuous physical effort to perform manual work involving walking over rough, uneven terrain, repeated bending, climbing, crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching or lifting objects up to 100 pounds.Unusual DemandsWorker is exposed to dirt and soil, and hazards from working with waste material.FLSA StatusNonexemptCompensation Steps:Pay rate: $21.57 - $24.72 per hour; $39,257 - $44,990 annuallyGrade 713, full-time position, 35 hours per weekDepartment of Public Works, Buildings and GroundsPosition closing date: November 20, 2026Please Note: This position will close at 11:59 p.m. on November 20, 2026. To be considered for the role, ensure that your application is submitted before the deadline. The position will be removed from the website as of 12:00 a.m. on November 21st.Calvert County Government offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial well-being, and work-life balance. Benefits include:15 days of sick leave10 days of annual leave5 days of personal leave13 paid holidays *14 in an election yearDefined Contribution Plan457(b) Deferred Compensation PlanMedical, dental, and vision coverageFlexible spending accountsUp to 80% tuition reimbursementGym membership discountsPlease Note: A complete application is required to be considered for a position within Calvert County Government. All prior work experience, education, and other certifications should be entered into the application and supplemental questions should be answered completely. Attachments are not provided to hiring managers unless you are selected for an interview.Calvert County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] with as much notice as possible.