Facilities Service Worker 1

Southfield, City of (MI); Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Southfield is seeking a Building Maintenance Worker to perform essential cleaning and maintenance for city facilities. The role requires a high school diploma, three years of relevant experience, and skills in operating cleaning equipment and handling various maintenance tasks. Applicants should be physically fit and able to work varying shifts, under the direction of city maintenance needs.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of full-time experience in building/custodial maintenance.
• Physical condition sufficient for lifting 50+ lbs and climbing ladders.
• Valid Michigan driver's license with a good driving record required.

Responsibilities

• Clean, sweep, mop and maintain floors and lavatories.
• Perform routine maintenance and assist with specialty cleaning tasks.
• Stock maintenance materials and control inventory.

Skills

Knowledge of cleaning methods

Knowledge of occupational hazards

Ability to work independently

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

High School graduate or equivalent

Vocational training in building maintenance

Tools

Scissor lift

Pallet jack

Cleaning and maintenance equipment

Job description

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Shift Hours: Saturday-Wednesday (Saturday-Sunday 10am-6:30pm, Monday-Wednesday 4pm-12:30am)

• Clean, sweep, mop, wax and polish floors using appropriate equipment;
• Routinely wash woodwork, door hardware, wash windows; dust and polish furniture, window sills, desks, shelves, etc.; change light lamps; miscellaneous handyman requests; maintain exterior patio, sweep sidewalks and keep free of ice and snow.
• Set up meeting rooms, public area displays and exhibits as needed.
• Operate scissor lift, assemble scaffolding, operate pallet jack; Specialized cleaning and disinfecting of various equipment; upholstery cleaning and spot cleaning of soiled carpeted areas throughout the City.
• Clean and maintain lavatories; gather and dispose of refuse throughout the City.
• Stock and perform inventory control of maintenance materials and equipment.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• High School graduate or equivalent; vocational training in building maintenance a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of recent full-time experience in the building/custodial maintenance.
• Complete knowledge of cleaning methods, materials and of general maintenance activities.
• Complete knowledge of cleaning and maintenance equipment and ability to operate the same.
• Physical condition sufficient to perform essential functions of the position, including bending, standing, lifting of 50+ lbs., and climb ladders and use scissor lift to complete cleaning assignments.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety codes; use safety precautions necessary in the safe conduct of manual work and the operation of equipment.
• Ability to work independently, problem solve, organize, prioritize and coordinate diverse, simultaneous projects; work under pressure of deadlines and changing priorities.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions; maintain records; Ability to work effectively with others.
• Must possess a valid Michigan driver's license with a good driving record.
• Must be available to work varied shifts and times to meet the needs of the City when needed.
• Must pass an extensive level 3 background investigation conducted by the Southfield Police Department prior to appointment.

The selection process will include a review of the applicant’s qualifications, driving record and criminal history check, a scissor life and scaffolding skills test, and an oral board interview. Applicants will be invited to participate in the selection process based on the nature and extent of their related experience. Each step of the process must be passed before the applicant will be considered for advancement to the next step.

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