TEMP - Aide

City of Garland; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Garland is seeking a team member to perform semi-skilled custodial and customer service duties, ensuring event setup and keeping City community centers clean, safe, and welcoming for the public.

You will assist registrants, provide program information, and perform light repairs. A HS diploma or GED is required, with up to 1 year in custodial or customer service roles; a valid Texas driver's license is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Up to 1 year experience in custodial and/or customer service field.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare building for daily operations.
• Maintain exterior of buildings, sidewalks and bathrooms for public use.
• Assist the public with registration, events, etc.
• Provide information regarding programs, schedules and related information.
• Provide minor and routine repairs and maintenance to facility.
• Report repairs to a supervisor or manager.
• Provide on-site facility supervision in absence of staff.
• May transport heavy boxes or items using a hand truck.

Skills

Custodial duties

Customer service

Event setup

Safety handling chemicals

Education

High School Diploma or GED

1 year custodial/customer service experience

Job description

Summary

Responsible for performing semi-skilled customer service and custodial work to properly set up for events and to maintain the City-owned community centers and associated buildings in a clean and orderly condition.

Salary

Starts at $13.00 per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned

• Prepare building for daily operations.
• Maintain exterior of buildings, sidewalks and suitability of bathrooms for public use.
• Assist the public as required regarding registration, special events, etc.
• Provide information regarding programs, schedules, and other related information.
• Provide minor and routine repairs and maintenance to facility.
• Report repairs to a supervisor or manager.
• Provide on-site facility supervision in absence of staff.
• May transport heavy boxes or items using a hand truck.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• Up to 1 year experience in custodial and/or customer service field

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience:

• 1-2-year experience cleaning and maintaining a large facility.
• Experience and training with basic cleaning methods and chemicals.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• General knowledge of proper event set-up and operation of light and sound systems.
• General knowledge of the methods, materials, and equipment used in maintenance, minor repairs, usage of chemicals and cleaning solutions on floors and buildings.
• Skill in utilizing tools necessary for technical and custodial work.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Anility to operate equipment and disperse chemicals safely.
• Ability to work without continuous supervision.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Class C Texas driver's license Obtain the City of Garland Defensive Driving Certification within 6 months of hire.
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)
• Class C with Passenger Endorsement preferred, not required.

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work. Incumbent is exposed to hazardous conditions while using cleansing chemicals. Physical tasks will include working with tools, lifting, squatting, climbing, bending, stooping, walking, and carrying supplies, as needed, to accomplish the tasks of the activity on a daily basis.