General Maintenance Technician (Part-Time)

Van Buren County; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Van Buren County seeks a part-time Buildings & Grounds staff member to perform custodial and maintenance tasks across county facilities. You will follow written and verbal instructions and operate custodial equipment to keep spaces clean and safe for employees and clients.

Responsibilities include cleaning restrooms and common areas, snow removal on sidewalks, meeting vendors, and maintaining inventory. A high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license are required, with background

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain lavatories, windows, walls, woodwork, doors, furniture, floors, etc.
• Gather and dispose of refuse, including parking lots
• Maintain sidewalks; snow and ice removal
• Open/close county buildings
• Meet/escort vendors
• Prepare, maintain, and operate custodial equipment such as vacuum cleaners, shampooers, mops etc.
• Track supply usage and maintain adequate inventory
• Move records, small furniture, and equipment as required
• Assemble small furniture
• Empties recycle bags
• Hang pictures
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Follow instructions

Operate custodial equipment

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Department: Buildings & Grounds
Job Status: Part-Time
2026 Rate of Pay: $21.63

JOB SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Director of Buildings and Grounds, performs maintenance and custodial duties to preserve county buildings and to provide a safe and healthy environment for employees and clients.

ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to operate and maintain custodial equipment
• Understands various applicable safety protocols including blood-borne pathogens, MSDS, etc.

PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Clean and maintain lavatories, windows, walls, woodwork doors, furniture, floors, etc.
• Gather and dispose of refuge, including parking lots
• Maintain sidewalks. i.e. snow and ice removal
• Open/close buildings
• Meet/escort vendors
• Prepare, maintain, and operate custodial equipment such as vacuum cleaners, shampooers, mops etc.
• Track supply usage and maintain adequate inventory
• Move records, small furniture, and equipment as required
• Assemble small furniture
• Empties recycle bags
• Hang pictures
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED required
• Must have valid driver's license

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Employment is dependent on background check, criminal history, and drug screen. Applicant must complete County application form.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct Reports: None

Delegation of Work: Not applicable

Supervision Given: Not applicable

Reports To: This position reports to the Director of Buildings & Grounds or his/her designee

WORK LOCATION AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position reports to various facilities within Van Buren County. Ability to life/carry up to and excess of 50 lbs. Ability to climb ladders. Crawl in small spaces, crouch, stand, and walk for extended periods of time. Ability to work outdoors and under somewhat adverse conditions