Building Maintenance Worker

City of Arlington; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Arlington is seeking a skilled facilities maintenance worker to perform repairs, cleaning, and grounds upkeep across city facilities. The role supports events and daily operations ensuring safety and usability.

You will inspect equipment, perform minor repairs, maintain SDS records, and coordinate with staff and external contractors. Applicants must be capable of physical work, lift up to 100 lbs, and work outdoors and indoors.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general facility maintenance and safety practices.
• Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. and perform physical tasks.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform general facility and grounds maintenance, including trash removal and landscaping.
• Assist in setup/teardown of rooms for events, including chairs, tables, and A/V equipment.
• Clean facilities, perform minor plumbing repairs, and replace light bulbs and filters.
• Inspect and maintain facility equipment, tools, and machinery; ensure safe storage.
• Maintain and update Safety Data Sheets and handle chemicals properly.
• Identify safety hazards and report repairs to supervisors.
• Prepare property condition reports and document facility status.
• Conduct inspections of HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems; address minor issues.
• Coordinate with staff and contractors on complex interior/exterior repairs.
• Respond to maintenance requests promptly to minimize disruption.
• Support sustainability efforts like recycling and energy conservation.

Skills

Communication

Cleaning & organization

Following instructions

Manual dexterity

Operate motor vehicle

Indoor/outdoor work

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Job description

SALARY JOB SUMMARY

Under general supervision, performs a variety of repair, maintenance, and custodial tasks to ensure the safety, cleanliness, and functionality of facilities and grounds. Provides support for events, projects, and day-to-day operations while maintaining compliance with safety and maintenance standards.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Perform general facility and grounds maintenance, including trash removal, landscaping support, and upkeep of public, staff, and storage areas.
• Assist in the setup and teardown of facility rooms for events, meetings, and activities, including arranging chairs, tables, and audio/visual equipment.
• Clean facility areas, perform minor plumbing repairs (e.g., unclogging sinks or toilets), and replace light bulbs and filters.
• Inspect and maintain facility equipment, tools, and machinery, ensuring they are safe, operational, and properly stored.
• Maintain and update the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) report and ensure proper handling of chemicals and cleaning supplies.
• Identify and report potential safety hazards or needed repairs to supervisors.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Prepare, maintain, and update property condition reports, ensuring all details of facility status are accurately documented.
• Conduct regular inspections of building systems (e.g., HVAC, electrical, plumbing) and address minor maintenance issues as needed.
• Collaborate with facilities maintenance staff and external contractors to address complex interior and exterior repair projects.
• Perform seasonal tasks, such as de-icing sidewalks, pressure washing, and inspecting for weather-related damage.
• Assist with inventory management of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment, placing orders as necessary.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from staff or management to ensure minimal disruption to operations.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, including proper signage, hazard communication, and emergency preparedness procedures.
• Support sustainability initiatives, such as recycling programs and energy conservation measures, within the facility.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:
• Skill in communicating with others by oral and written means.
• Ability to clean, organize and maintain storage areas.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Ability to perform physical skills, including but not limited to, climbing, bending, stooping, and standing for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift or exert forces equivalent to lifting up to 100 lbs., and push/pulling up to 25 lbs. for 50 feet.
• Ability to receive oral and detailed information through oral communication and make fine discriminations in sound.
• Ability to operate a motorized vehicle.
• Ability to work in both and indoor and outdoor environment.
• Incumbent is subject to fume/odor, dust/mites, and chemical hazards Skill with organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment utilizing knowledge of the organization’s policies.
• Ability to work independently under general instructions.
• Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including but not limited to tablet, PC, telephone, calculator, scanner, and copier.
• Ability to prioritize deadlines and tasks.
• Ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly.
• Ability to work within a set schedule.

City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The people that work for the City of Arlington directly impact our community, citizens, visitors and businesses.

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City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The City will make reasonable accommodations upon request for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Requests for reasonable accommodations should be sent to [e-mail].