TEMP - Building Attendant

City of Garland; Garland (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Garland is seeking a custodial worker to keep City facilities clean and orderly. This temporary assignment runs through March 2027, with a schedule from Monday to Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at a pay rate of $17.00 per hour.

The role involves indoor and outdoor work and requires the ability to lift 20–30 pounds. Minimum qualifications include a High School Diploma or GED and no prior experience required, or an equivalent education/experience combination.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• No prior work experience is required.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Sweep, mop, shampoo and scrub facility floors.
• Clean woodwork, furniture, desks, chairs and phones.
• Vacuum carpets and surfaces thoroughly.
• Maintain sanitary conditions by cleaning sinks, mirrors, counters, toilets and drinking fountains.
• Complete assigned special cleaning projects.

Skills

General knowledge

Cleaning equipment operation

Decision making

Interpersonal relationships

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Summary

Responsible for performing semi-skilled manual labor work in keeping offices, buildings and surrounding grounds in a clean and orderly condition. This is a temporary assignment expected to last through March 2027.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 5:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Maintain City facilities' flooring by sweeping, mopping, shampooing and scrubbing.
• Clean woodwork, furniture, desk, chairs, filing cabinets and telephones.
• Complete detailed vacuuming of carpets and other applicable surfaces.
• Maintain sanitary condition of facilities by cleaning sinks, mirrors, countertops, toilets and drinking fountains.
• Complete special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
• No experience required
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience:

• 6 months to 1 year experience in maintenance, custodial services or similar experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• General knowledge of maintenance upkeep
• Skill in operating general cleaning maintenance equipment
• Ability to work to make independent decisions
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with City personnel

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Class C Texas Driver's License

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

The incumbent works in an outdoor and indoor environment; with occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards. Requires ability to carry 20 to 30 pounds. Tasks require physical labor, exposure to dust and cleaning chemicals.