HOUSEKEEPER (Building Services Worker)

State of Maryland; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland is seeking a Cleaner to maintain cleanliness in the Annapolis State Office Complex. This position requires flexibility and readiness for emergency duties. Join a team focused on delivering great service while enjoying comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement for those who qualify

Flexible work schedules and telework opportunities for many positions

Free mass transit in Baltimore & Annapolis

Generous paid leave

Paid holidays

Health coverage with low out-of-pocket costs

Employee & employer contributory pension plan

Qualifications

• No formal education required.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain all designated areas, including offices and restrooms.
• Dust, vacuum, and perform routine maintenance tasks as needed.
• Assist with moving furniture and shoveling snow during winter.

Job description

Introduction

The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies, as well as local non-profit organizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, as well as security and law enforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of facilities engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in annual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process. Here at DGS, we truly Do Great Service… Consider joining our team!���
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GRADE

ASTD 5

LOCATION OF POSITION

29 St. Johns Street
Annapolis, MD� 21401

Main Purpose of Job

The main purpose of this position is to properly clean all of the lobbies, offices, restrooms, mail rooms, print shops, hallways, stairways, elevators, etc. in each building in the Annapolis State Office Complex assigned to State workers.�


This is an emergency essential classification subject to emergency release procedures. Employees in this classification must be willing and available for duty at such hours, day or night, and are required to remain or report for duty at such hours as needed to maintain the continuous operation of this agency.�


If you are the selected candidate, you will be required to complete a Pre-Employment Physical, which will assess your ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position.

POSITION DUTIES

Duties for this position
include but are not limited to:
- Dust, remove trash and vacuum
all offices, lobbies and hallways.
- Sweep and wet mop all floor
areas and stairwells.
- Clean restrooms daily to
include sanitizing toilets, urinals, sinks and mirrors, stock with soap, paper
products and sanitary products.
- Shampoo carpets throughout
the building twice a year.
- Strip and wax tiled floors
twice a year and spray buff at various intervals.
- Assist with moving furniture
and equipment and set up tables and chairs for meetings/special events.
- Perform routine building
maintenance such as, preparing surfaces for painting, installing and replacing
light bulbs, cleaning and unclogging drains, traps and lines and replacing
washers as needed.
- Assist with shoveling snow
and salting sidewalks and steps in the Winter.
- Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: None.
Experience: None.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS

Employees appointed to positions in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Employees in this classification may be subject to call-in 24 hours a day and, therefore, may be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached.

SELECTION PROCESS

It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application.� Please include all experience and education that is related to this position.� All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information submitted after the closing date will not be considered.� Credit is given for relevant part-time, temporary or volunteer experience based on the number of hours worked per week; you must include the time spent on such activities on your application.


Note that for any position requiring a college degree or college credit, you will be required to submit a college transcript prior to being offered a position.� You may submit your transcript as part of the application process.


The examination for this position will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position.� Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligibility list categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, or QUALIFIED.� The eligibility list will be valid for one year and may be extended.� The list will be used by the hiring authority to select employees for interviews.� Eligible lists may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification.


Please note, selected candidates may be required to complete and successfully pass a State and Federal fingerprint background check prior to being hired.


You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.

BENEFITS

The State of Maryland offers a
generous benefits package that includes:�
- Tuition reimbursement for
those who qualify�
- Flexible work schedules and
telework opportunities for many positions�
- Free mass transit in
Baltimore & Annapolis�
- Generous paid leave that
increases with years of service�
- Paid holidays�
- Health coverage with low
out-of-pocket costs�
- Employee & employer
contributory pension plan
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Click on the link below for
more information.

STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Contact�[e-mail]�or call 410-767-4986 with questions
about this recruitment.� The online application process is
STRONGLY preferred. Apply online at dgs.maryland.gov – Human Resources > Employment > Current Openings. If
you are unable to submit your application online, please send your paper
application to: Human Resources, Dept. of General Services, 301 W. Preston St.,
Suite 1311, Baltimore, MD� 21201 by the
closing date and time. TTY�Users:
call via Maryland Relay
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As an equal
opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and
promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity. People with
disabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank our
Veterans for their service to our country.�