Building Services Worker (Leisure Services)

City of Dothan, AL; Dothan (AL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dothan, AL is seeking a Custodian to maintain Leisure Services facilities. Hours vary with events and rentals; night, weekend, and holiday work may be required. Responsibilities include cleaning restrooms, floors, kitchens, windows, and fixtures, setting up for events, and monitoring calendars.

Knowledge of safety policies and proper handling of cleaning chemicals is essential. Requires a high school diploma or GED, 1 year custodial experience, and a valid driver's license with a

Qualifications

• Graduation from standard high school or GED.
• Minimum 1 year recent custodial or related experience.
• 6 months custodial/maintenance experience preferred.
• Possession of valid operator driver license with an acceptable driving record.
• Background checks and drug/alcohol testing required.
• Must meet the City of Dothan’s employment physical standard.

Responsibilities

• Empty and clean waste receptacles and replace liners.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms; restock supplies.
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors; strip, wax, and buff floors.
• Monitor for spills; maintain cleanliness of kitchens and facilities.
• Set up furniture for events; monitor event calendars and requirements.
• Clean tables, chairs, windows, and doors after events.
• Replace lightbulbs; maintain cleaning equipment and tools.
• Report repairs; collect litter and monitor outside areas.
• Open/secure facilities as directed; perform related duties.

Skills

Safety policies

Chemical handling

Cleaning equipment operation

Following instructions

Prioritizing work

Inventory control

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year related custodial experience

Custodial/maintenance experience preferred

Tools

Vacuum cleaner

Cleaning equipment maintenance

Job description

This position is responsible for the custodial care and maintenance of Leisure Services facilities. Hours can vary based on facility needs, special events, tournaments, and facility rentals. Night, weekend, and holiday work may be required.

• Empties and cleans waste receptacles; replaces liners.

• Cleans and sanitizes restrooms; restocks restroom supplies.

• Sweeps, mops, and vacuums floors.

• Strips, waxes, and buffs floors.

• Monitors the building(s) for spills.

• Stocks janitorial supply closet and orders supplies as needed.

• Dusts and polishes furniture, blinds, and windowsills.

• Cleans kitchen, including kitchen appliances.

• Cleans windows and glass doors.

• Cleans and sanitizes door handles, light switches, and other fixtures that are touched frequently by the public.

• Sets up furniture for events and programs; monitors calendar to determine event times, dates, and requirements.

• Cleans facility tables and chairs after events and programs.

• Replaces lightbulbs.

• Maintains cleaning equipment and other tools.

• Cleans weight rooms, gyms, and other athletic facilities.

• Reports repair needs to appropriate personnel.

• Collects litter and empties outdoor trash receptacles.

• Monitors outside premises and building entrances for trash and litter.

• Opens and secures on-site and off-site facilities as directed.

• Performs related duties.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

• Knowledge of city safety policies and procedures.

• Knowledge of safe storage, use and disposal of various cleaning chemicals and other hazardous materials.

• Knowledge of the use and maintenance of industrial cleaning equipment and appliances.

• Skill in operating such cleaning equipment as a vacuum cleaner.

• Skill in following instructions.

• Skill in prioritizing work.

• Ability to inventory supplies.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The supervisor assigns work in terms of somewhat general and specific instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with instructions and established procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include supervisory instructions and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

• The work consists of related custodial duties. The variety of duties to be performed contributes to the complexity of the position.

• The purpose of this position is to provide custodial maintenance for department facilities. Successful performance contributes to the provision of clean and attractive facilities for city employees and the public.

CONTACTS

• Contacts are typically with coworkers, other city employees, and the public.

• Contacts are typically to provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The work is typically performed while standing, walking, bending, crouching, or stooping. The employee occasionally lifts light and heavy objects up to fifty (50) pounds, climbs ladders, and utilizes the sense of smell.

• The work is typically performed in city buildings, outside parks, and facilities. The employee is exposed to dust, dirt, and irritating chemicals. The work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc. Occasionally work is performed outdoors, in cold, hot, and inclement weather.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from standard senior high school or GED, as recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA); and

• One (1) year recent experience in related work.

• Six (6) months recent experience in a custodial or maintenance-related position preferred.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possession of valid operator driver license with an acceptable driving record. (PBA 9/10/01)

• An applicant for this position is subject to various background investigations up to and including a criminal, credit, past employment, and reference checks.

• An applicant for this position is subject to a criminal history background check pursuant to the following statutes: §§38-13-1. Ala. Code (1975) et seq., as amended by the Child Care Safety Act (Act of Alabama #2018-278), Act of Alabama 2019-322, or §41-27-10, Ala. Code (1975).

• Employees are required to submit to Drug and Alcohol testing in accordance with the City of Dothan policy, which includes pre-employment and random tests for the duration of employment in this position. (PBA 8/13/12)

• Must meet the City of Dothan’s employment physical standard, which includes drug/alcohol testing.

Qualified applicants will be evaluated based on training and experience as documented on their application. This evaluation will comprise 100% of their final grade.

Applicants with a disability who feel they need accommodation should contact the Personnel Department in writing on or before the closing date of this advertisement by emailing [e-mail].

An Equal Opportunity, Affiritive Action Employer