WPC Custodial and Landscape Specialist

City of Pocatello; Pocatello (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

11 Paid Holidays

Education Assistance

PERSI Retirement

Job summary

City of Pocatello is seeking a Custodial and Landscape Specialist to perform cleaning, landscaping, and maintenance at the wastewater treatment facility. The role includes stocking supplies, applying herbicides and pesticides, and maintaining safety and appearance of the site.

Under supervision, you will handle routine tasks and minor repairs, coordinate tasks, and ensure compliance with safety standards. This is a physically active, on-site position serving the City community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Idaho driver’s license may be required depending on assignment.
• One year of general maintenance experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning and maintenance in assigned buildings, including floors and restrooms.
• Maintains grounds and performs landscaping duties.
• Operates custodial equipment and basic grounds-keeping machinery.
• Performs minor maintenance and repair tasks as needed.

Skills

Custodial tasks

Grounds maintenance

Equipment operation

English communication

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Idaho driver’s license

General maintenance experience (1 year preferred)

Tools

Mowers

Trimmers

Power washers

Carpentry tools

Painting tools

Job description

Job Description

The WPC Custodial and Landscape Specialist performs various cleaning, landscaping, and maintenance duties at the wastewater treatment facility. The position uses specialized cleaning techniques, cleaners, and practices to ensure cleanliness and maintain sanitary conditions. The position researches and purchases appropriate cleaning supplies and stocks and monitors inventories. The position contributes to the appearance and safety of the facility by performing a variety of landscaping and maintenance duties, including mowing, trimming, pruning, herbicide and pesticide application, pest control, litter removal, and snow removal. Working under general supervision, the position works independently to ensure the department’s custodial and landscape needs are met. The job requires the ability to recognize, prioritize, and coordinate custodial and landscaping tasks. The job requires knowledge of commercial cleaning and landscape techniques and products and the skills and ability to operate the tools and equipment required to complete assigned tasks. This is a physically active job performing routine tasks on a regular basis and major project tasks intermittently. The job requires the ability to maintain a collaborative and cooperative working relationship with elected and appointed officials, other City employees, other organizations, and the general public. The work environment includes a wastewater treatment facility. The job requires operating motorized and electrically powered landscaping and cleaning equipment and chemicals that may involve related hazards.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs cleaning and maintenance in assigned buildings, including sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming floors and carpets. Dusts and wipes off furniture, fixtures, and surfaces. Cleans restrooms, hallways, offices, meeting, and other public rooms. Cleans interior and exterior glass surfaces and windowsills.
• Cleans and sanitizes restroom areas, including toilets, sinks, mirrors, privacy dividers, walls and floors. Maintain supply levels in restrooms, including toilet paper, paper towels, and soap.
• Cleans and sanitizes breakroom areas, including sinks, counter surfaces, tables, chairs, appliances, walls, and floors. Maintains supply levels including paper towels and soap.
• Empties and cleans trash and recycling containers, including transporting bagged waste to outside trash receptacles. Separate recyclables.
• Cleans light fixtures and replaces bulbs and/or ballasts. Cleans and polishes mirrors, wood, and other special reflective and decorative surfaces. Sanitizes door handles.
• Cleans building exteriors, polishes floors, and performs deep cleaning as needed.
• Maintains grounds by picking up litter and trash, mowing and trimming grass, tree trimming, weeding and pruning planting areas. Applies herbicide and pesticides as needed. Performs snow removal duties as needed.
• Cleans and maintains walkways and exterior seating areas.
• Sets up for and breaks down after special events.
• Performs minor maintenance and repair duties including painting, carpentry, plumbing, and irrigation adjustments and repairs.
• Performs other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this position at any time.

Acceptable Experience, Training, Licenses And/Or Certifications

• High school diploma or GED; and
• Idaho driver’s license may be required, depending on assignment;
• One (1) year of general maintenance experience is preferred.

An equivalent combination of education and experience that provided the required skills, knowledge and abilities to successfully perform the essential functions of the positions may be considered.

Classification Requirements

The requirements listed below are representative of the minimum knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for an individual to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be successful in the position.

Knowledge Of

• Modern custodial practices, techniques, and procedures for cleaning and maintaining public facilities
• Safe use, handling, and disposal of chemical cleaning agents and custodial equipment
• Applicable safety standards, including OSHA regulations and workplace hazard protocols
• Basic building systems and maintenance, including plumbing, painting, and carpentry
• Preventative maintenance techniques and scheduling
• Safety procedures when cleaning and moving furniture
• Methods, materials, tools and standard practices of plant care and grounds maintenance
• Preparation, use, and disposal of herbicides and pesticides

Skill And Ability To

• Perform routine custodial, maintenance, and cleaning tasks in an assigned building to maintain a clean, sanitary and safe environment
• Operate and maintain powered custodial equipment including but not limited to, vacuum, strippers, waxers, buffers, shampoo cleaners, extractors, and power washers
• Operate hand cleaning equipment including but not limited to brooms, dust and wet mops, dust pans, and dusters
• Operate, maintain, and perform minor repairs to grounds keeping equipment including, but not limited to, mowers, trimmers and saws
• Operate, maintain, and perform minor repairs to grounds keeping equipment including, but not limited to, mowers, trimmer, and saws
• Operate hand and power tools
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all time
• Communicate effectively in the English language at a level necessary for efficient job performance
• Perform all duties in accordance with City policies and procedures with regard for personal safety and that of other employees and the public

Physical Requirements

While performing the duties of this classification, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, climb ladders, work at heights, and in confined spaces. The job requires hand/finger dexterity to handle materials, manipulate tools, and reach with hands and arms. The job requires operation of job-related equipment. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds with assistance. Sufficient visual acuity and hearing capacity to perform the essential functions and interact with the public is required. The job often requires sustained physical activity requiring strength and endurance. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Benefits

• Medical
• Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• PERSI Retirement
• PERSI Choice 401(k)
• 457 Retirement Planning
• HRA VEBA Contributions
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Medical
• Dependent Care
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Education Assistance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer

Company Description

Nestled in the foothills of the majestic Rocky Mountains, Pocatello offers a perfect blend of work and play. With a semi-arid climate, you can experience the best of all four seasons, from hiking and skiing to fishing and camping. Plus, you're just a short drive away from Yellowstone National Park, Grand Teton National Park, Lava Hot Springs, and other must-visit destinations. All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check.