Building Service Worker

City of Southfield Human Resources; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniform allowance

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Retirement plan

Holidays

Vacation

Job summary

The City of Southfield is seeking a Building Service Worker for the Facilities Maintenance Department. The position operates on the afternoon shift (4:30 pm - 1:00 am, Mon-Fri as needed) with a salary range of $17.06–$25.56 per hour plus a starting salary of $17.56 and a $0.25 per hour afternoon shift premium.

A uniform allowance of $500 per fiscal year is provided in two lump sums. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, retirement, holidays, vacation and more.

Qualifications

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent, preferably with vocational classes.
• Knowledge of cleaning methods/materials and general building maintenance.
• Minimum of 6 months full-time experience in commercial cleaning preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of cleaning/maintenance equipment and ability to operate.
• Physical condition to perform essential functions including bending, standing, lifting, climbing ladders.
• Valid Michigan Driver's License and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions and work with others.
• Overtime may be required.
• Must pass extensive level 2 background investigation.

Responsibilities

• Perform custodial tasks in care/maintenance of municipal buildings and facilities.
• Sweep, mop, wax, and vacuum floors; polish furniture, desks, chairs, shelves; wash woodwork/windows.
• Operate heavy-duty floor machines, vacuum cleaners, buffers, etc.
• Clean and maintain lavatories; move records/furniture; gather/dispose of refuse.
• Perform additional duties as required.

Skills

Cleaning methods

Building maintenance

Operate cleaning equipment

Teamwork

Reading/comprehending instructions

Overtime availability

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Driving handiness (DL)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Cleaning equipment knowledge

Job description

CLASSIFICATION: Building Service Worker - Facilities Maintenance Department

(Afternoon Shift: 4:30 pm - 1:00 am, Monday-Friday: Depending on the needs of the department)

SALARY RANGE: $17.06 - $25.56

• Starting Salary: $17.56** Additional Premium Pay shall be twenty-five cents ($0.25) per hour for the afternoon shift.

Uniform allowance of $500.00 per fiscal year. The allowance is paid out two lump sums of $250, one during the month of July and the other during the month of January. New Hires will receive their first allotment of $250.00 with their first paycheck.

Plus, a generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, holidays, vacation, and more.

Representative Job Duties

• Performs various custodial tasks in the care and maintenance of Municipal Buildings and facilities.
• Example: sweep, mop, wax, and vacuum floors; polish furniture, desks, chairs, shelves; wash woodwork and windows, etc.
• Operate heavy-duty floor machines, vacuum cleaners, buffers, etc.
• Clean and maintain lavatories; move records, furniture, and other equipment as required; gather and dispose of refuse.
• Performs additional duties as required.

Job Requirements - As Determined By the City Of Southfield

• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent, preferably supplemented with classes from a vocational trade school.
• Must have knowledge of cleaning methods/materials and of general building maintenance activities.
• Minimum of 6 months of full-time experience in commercial cleaning is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of cleaning and maintenance equipment and ability to operate same.
• Physical condition sufficient to perform essential functions of the position, including bending, standing on one's feet, overhead lifting, and the ability to climb ladders to complete cleaning assignments.
• Must have a valid Michigan Driver's License and meet the City’s driving record standards.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, and to work effectively with others.
• Must be available for overtime as needed.
• Must pass an extensive level 2 background investigation conducted by the Southfield Police Department prior to appointment.

Supplemental Information

The selection process will include the completion of a City of Southfield application, a review of the applicant's qualifications, driving record and criminal history check, and an oral board interview. Selected candidates will be subject to an extensive level 3 background investigation prior to employment. Each step of the process must be passed before the applicant will be moved to the next step.

City of Southfield Driving Standards link: City of Southfield

Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be notified by email to attend the oral board interview. Applicants must maintain all minimum requirements and certifications while waiting for consideration for employment. Names of the successful candidates will remain eligible for consideration for nine months from placement on the eligibility list. This announcement is only a summary of the position, its duties, job requirements, and compensation. Further information is available from the Human Resources Department. The City of Southfield does not discriminate in its employment or any other programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, color, age, height, weight, marital status, national origin, religion, arrest record, physical or mental disability, family status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected category. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability if requested. Individuals with special needs who may require assistance with the application process should contact the Human Resources Department at [phone] or [e-mail] if auxiliary aids or services are needed. Reasonable advance notice is required. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER M/F/V/H, DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

We offer a complete benefits package to career employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave and more!

City of Southfield Employee Benefits Summary

• Mandatory Benefits: Medical, Dental and Vision Elections, or Opt Out
• Supplemental Benefits: Term Life, Aflac, Met Law, Retirement Savings Account, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, FMLA, Flexible Spending Account, Residency Bonus
• Blended Pension Plan Employees
• Defined Benefit SERS
• 1.5% Multiplier for all years of service
• 3 Years Final Average Compensation Upon Retirement
• 10 Years Vesting
• 5% Employee Contribution
• Defined Contribution 401a MissionSquare
• 3% 401 a City Contribution
• 3% 401 a Employee Contribution (minimum)
• 5 Year Vesting Schedule
• https://www.missionsq.org/
• Retirement Health Savings
• Effective July 1, 2020 Tier III and IV employees shall contribute 2% of pensionable wages and the City will contribute $100 per month.
• https://www.healthcare.gov/
• 5 years of years of service: 50% vested
• 6 years of service: 75% vested
• 7 years of service: 100% vested
• Participation in the RHS begins on the first day of employment and end on the day of separation.
• Life Insurance MetLife
• Benefits
• The city provides term life insurance benefits with accidental death and dismemberment for qualified employees as soon as possible, through the proper insurance carrier in accordance with the following schedule:
• AFSCME 329: 0-30 months employment $30,000 life and ADD, after 30 months of employment $50,000 term life, accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• ACS TPOAM PST AFSCME 3636: $50,000 Term life and $50,000 ADD Insurance
• Medical Elections
• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (2025)
• Community Blue PPO 10
• Community Blue PPO 12
• Community Blue PPO 15
• HAP HMO
• Dental - Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Vision - Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Health insurance 1st day of the next month of hire date.
• Employee has 30 Days to select benefits, otherwise will wait until open enrollment.
• COBRA coverage through TASC – in the event of separation– you are entitled to continuation medical coverage up to 18 months.
• Retirement Savings Account
• Supplemental
• MissionSquare 457b
• or T. Rowe Price 457b
• Retirement savings account with no employer contribution. Funds, added to a 457 can be pre-tax or post-tax.
• Pre Tax funds lower taxable income in bi-weekly paycheck; however, taxes may have to be paid upon the distribution of funds in retirement.
• Post-tax deferrals are taken from already taxed funds in your paycheck, which means that little to no taxes will be taken upon distribution in retirement. Loans are available.
• Supplemental
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 75% reimbursement for tuition and fees (excluding late fees) for city-related classes or degree programs with a grade of "B" or better, up to $2,500 annually, plus 75% for required books.
• Residency Bonus
• Annual residency bonus of 1.5% of annual salary by Jan 1st with proof of residency. Elected officials and contractual employees ineligible.
• Fire and Police Excluded
• Supplemental
• MetLife
• Voluntary Term Life and ADD
• Additional life Insurance can be purchased for employees and dependents at an additional cost for the employee.
• AFLAC Short term disability, cancer, accident and hospitalization insurance. Dennis Patton [e-mail].
• Supplemental
• EAP Ulliance
• Employee Assistance Program through Ulliance- six free counseling sessions, legal, finance and life coaching programs. Supervisors are not notified if employee uses services.
• FMLA
• Family Medical Leave Act worked up to 1250 hours or one year. Can take off time to care for a medical emergency for themselves or immediate family members for up to 12 weeks unpaid. Absences approved by BASIC or FMLA vendor.
• Supplemental
• FSA & Dependent Care
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent care through TASC are pre-tax funds that are used to cover certain out-of-pocket medical expenses and childcare costs. A total dollar amount is elected, and a debit card is sent to you to pay for incurred expenses.
• Pre-tax funds are deducted bi-weekly to cover the cost of the total amount you have elected. There is an annual election limit of $3,300 for 2025.
• Renew Annually, it’s not automatic.
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