FACILITIES SERVICEPERSON

Broward Schools; Pompano Beach (FL); On-site; USD 21,821 - 37,594; Full time

Job summary

Broward Schools in Pompano Beach is hiring a Facilities Serviceperson to perform custodial duties such as cleaning and heavy lifting. Your responsibilities include maintaining school cleanliness, operating equipment, and ensuring safety in the working environment.

The ideal candidate must complete training and have the ability to follow instructions in English. This position offers an hourly rate ranging from $15.84 to $27.29, ensuring competitive pay and benefits according to the District's compensation plan.

Qualifications

• Ability to complete the Basic Facilities Service job-related training program.
• Ability to do heavy lifting and climb ladders.
• Ability to follow instructions in English on cleaning and equipment operations.

Responsibilities

• Clean all assigned areas according to custodial standards.
• Perform heavy lifting and transport school furniture.
• Maintain equipment and report necessary maintenance.

Skills

Ability to perform custodial work

Ability to operate heavy labor-saving devices

Ability to follow written instructions

Ability to work well with others

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Shampoo and scrubbing machines

Wet and dry vacuums

Job description

To perform semi-skilled work involving heavy cleaning such as mopping, scrubbing, stripping, refinishing and other assigned duties, to maintain the cleanliness, orderliness, appearance and safe condition of schools and buildings in a responsible and accurate manner.

ESSENTIAL PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

The Facilities Serviceperson shall carry out the essential performance responsibilities listed below:

• Clean all areas assigned such as cafeteria, restrooms, offices, gymnasium, halls, outside areas, and others as scheduled and according to custodial standards.
• Empty containers of trash and debris from offices, classrooms, hallways, repair shops, etc., carry garbage cans, and compactor bags to dumpster and dispose of properly.
• Sweep, mop, brush, vacuum, strip and wax floors, including walls, walkways and other building surfaces.
• Perform heavy lifting such as removing garbage cans or compactor bags to the dumpster.
• Wash and sanitize sinks, toilets, showers, plumbing fixtures and other restroom/shower-room facilities and replenish supplies of soap, towels, etc.
• Replace light bulbs or florescent lights and clean fixtures; remove and clean filters.
• Dust, wipe, wash and wax furniture such as desks, chairs, tables, filing cabinets, chalkboards and trays, etc. and perform minor repair work, as needed.
• Operate heavy equipment in stripping and sealing floors in the gymnasium and on the stage; heavy duty wash and dry vacuums to prepare floors throughout the school/center.
• Replace light bulbs, fluorescent lamps, fuses, soap and towel receptacles and other worn or depleted items.
• Move or transport school furniture, such as chairs, file cabinets, desks, and television monitors.
• Change air conditioning filters routinely and clean vents, as necessary.
• Maintain equipment in a satisfactory condition by lubricating parts properly, replacing rotary brushes, cleaning, as necessary, and storing them safely and securely.
• Receive and assist with unloading supplies, furniture, etc. and store properly.
• Inform supervisor of needed supplies. Identify building equipment, mechanical equipment and structural problems which require servicing or maintenance. Inform immediate supervisor of needs and call-in maintenance work orders as directed by facility administrator.
• Practice safety continuously and ensure that a safe working area exists.
• Complete all projects in a competent manner by ensuring proper recording of time and materials used.
• Perform and promote all activities in compliance with the equal employment and non-discrimination policies of The School Board of Broward County, Florida.
• Participate, in training programs offered to enhance the individual's skills and proficiency related to the job responsibilities.
• Review current developments, literature and technical sources of information related to job responsibilities.
• Ensure adherence to safety rules and procedures.
• Follow federal and state laws, as well as School Board policies.Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, or designee.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Ability to complete the Basic Facilities Service job related training program, offered by Broward County Public Schools and receive a Basic Facilities Service certification within the probationary period of employment.
• Ability to perform custodial work.
• Ability to operate labor saving devices such as shampoo and scrubbing machines, wet and dry vacuums, plus other heavy labor-saving devices in the schools.
• Ability to do heavy lifting, climb ladders to replace light bulbs and filters from air conditioning equipment.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions in English on cleaning and equipment operation.
• Ability to work well with others.
• Computer skills as required for the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Standard high school diploma or satisfactory completion of an approved General Educational Development (GED) Testing Program or receipt of Special Diploma.
• A minimum of two (2) years of successful work experience with the Broward County Public Schools in the position of facilities serviceperson aide.

SIGNIFICANT CONTACTS-frequency, contact, purpose

Majority of contact is with employees within the department utilizing communication skills requiring tact and courtesy to give or receive information directly related to performing the job.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Heavy work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by the School Board.

Work Calendar: 261 Day Cal

Pay Grade:FA1401

Classification: Nonexempt

Compensation

Hourly Rate -$15.84-$27.29per hour

Shift Differential (If applicable) -$ 0.35 -Facilities Serv Nght Shft /

NOTE: New hires will be hired at the minimum of the assigned salary range