Building Maintenance Worker

City of Worcester; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Worcester is seeking a Building Maintenance Worker to perform essential maintenance and repair tasks across municipal facilities. This role involves cleaning, grounds maintenance, and responding to emergencies, making it crucial for the upkeep of public buildings. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience in maintenance or custodial work.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in maintenance or custodial work preferred.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of methods and materials for maintaining public buildings.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair tasks on municipal buildings.
• Respond to security alarms and emergencies requiring immediate attention.
• Monitor HVAC and other building systems.

Skills

Ability to lift 50 pounds

General repairs

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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The City of Worcester seeks qualified applicants for the position of

Building Maintenance Worker for the Department of Public Facilities.

Under the direction of the Chief of Public Facilities, the position will

perform miscellaneous maintenance and repair tasks on municipal

buildings and property. This position involves all operations related to

the maintenance and care for Public Facilities, including City Hall,

Meade Street, Library Buildings, Senior Center, Inspectional Services,

Sever Street, and Union Station. This individual serves as the point of

contact for building occupants, vendors, and other Public Facilities

staff, is classified as an essential staff person and is responsible for

maintenance and upkeep of buildings and grounds. Bilingual applicants

are encouraged to apply. ESSENTIAL ELEMENTS: \~ Clean, vacuum, dust,

wash windows, and wet and dry mop tile areas \~ Clean bathrooms \~

Maintain grounds \~ Mow grass \~ Operate snow blower and shovel to clear

snow/remove ice \~ Collect/remove trash \~ Change light bulbs \~

Relocate materials and equipment \~ Setup and break down of meeting

rooms and A/V equipment \~ Receive deliveries \~ Monitor HVAC and other

building systems \~ Respond to security alarm calls \~ Respond to

situations: wet/dirty floors, odors, electrical and plumbing issue \~

Respond to weather related situations and other emergencies requiring

immediate attention \~ Provide assistance with monitoring contractors

(cleaning firm) and provide weekly reports SECONDARY ELEMENTS: \~ Assist

staff with issues involving patrons \~ Other related duties as assigned

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: \~ Ability to lift a minimum

of 50 pounds \~ Ability to make general repairs \~ Ability to follow a

predetermined schedule and prioritize work \~ Ability to establish and

maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the

public \~ Ability to use computer and mobile devices as part of the

daily workflow \~ Ability to understand and follow instructions \~

Ability to perform manual tasks requiring some physical exertion \~

Ability to work independently and as part of a team \~ Excellent verbal

and written communication skills \~ Knowledge of methods, materials and

equipment ordinarily employed in maintaining the clean and orderly

condition of public buildings, grounds and equipment MINIMUM

REQUIREMENTS: \~ High school diploma or equivalent \~ Prior experience

with a specialized building trade \~ Valid Driver\'s license PREFERRED

QUALIFICATIONS: \~ Two (2) years of experience in maintenance and/or

custodial environment \~ One (1) year of experience with electrical,

plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, or physical plant environment \~ Experience

with municipal maintenance/custodial work SCHEDULE: First: Monday -

Friday - 6:00am - 2:00pm Second: Monday/Thursday/Friday - 10:00am -

6:00pm, Tuesday/Wednesday 1:00pm - 9:00pm [Click Here to

Apply](https://www.worcesterma.gov/human-resources/employment-opportunities/building-maintenance-worker/47212)

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