The Department of Public Works, Facilities Maintenance Division, is seeking a full-time Custodian to clean and maintain City buildings/facilities, public areas, and surrounding grounds. The position will primarily be responsible for the general care, cleaning, upkeep, and custodial/janitorial maintenance of the newly renovated municipal building located at 16 South Summit Avenue which is home to the Mayor & City Council Chambers, the Gaithersburg Police Department, and other City offices and pub... more details
Description
The Department of Public Works, Facilities Maintenance Division, is seeking a full-time Custodian to clean and maintain City buildings/facilities, public areas, and surrounding grounds. The position will primarily be responsible for the general care, cleaning, upkeep, and custodial/janitorial maintenance of the newly renovated municipal building located at 16 South Summit Avenue which is home to the Mayor & City Council Chambers, the Gaithersburg Police Department, and other City offices and public meeting spaces. The position will also assist or fill in for other custodial staff and assist with special projects when needed.
We are looking for an entry level candidate who is hard working, dependable, responsible, punctual, and safety conscious; able to deliver excellent customer service with a positive attitude; and able to work cooperatively with others and contribute to a successful team effort.
40 hours per week; work schedule upon hire is 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday; some evening, weekend, holiday, and overtime work may also be required. Work schedule adjustments may be considered as the custodial and janitorial needs for this new facility are evaluated during its first few months of operation; input from the successful candidate will be critical in determining any schedule changes that might be necessary to best meet operational needs.
Anticipated target hiring range for this position is $38,500 to $46,000; starting salary is negotiable and will be offered at a level consistent with the experience and qualifications of the candidate. We provide comprehensive insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, long-term care, life), paid time off, generous retirement contributions, health and wellness programs, tools to assist with paying down student loan debt and managing student loans, excellent work/life balance, and training and professional growth/promotional opportunities.
The City invests in its employees and encourages and rewards employee growth and development through the Public Works professional career path plan, which provides our employees with the opportunity to advance and be compensated in accordance with proficiency in demonstrated skills without having to wait for a specific promotional opportunity. The City is committed to providing you with the training and support you need to successfully move up each level of our skills matrix at the pace you choose.
Job Functions
What you will do with us:
Perform basic and routine custodial and janitorial work including sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, waxing, buffing, and spot cleaning floors of offices, hallways, and meeting rooms; cleaning and sanitizing restrooms, water fountains, kitchen areas, and elevators; removing trash and recyclables; restocking supplies; dusting and polishing woodwork and furniture; cleaning and clearing drains; cleaning entrance windows; and cleaning light fixtures and replacing light bulbs.
Move heavy furniture and equipment; off-load and store/inventory supplies as needed.
Perform minor repairs and/or report repair needs to appropriate personnel.
Assist with setting up rooms and audio-visual equipment for meetings and activities.
Open and close building or facility; turn lights on/off; clean up after meetings or events; secure rooms and interior/exterior doors.
Monitor activities in the building and ensure security of the building after working hours or at conclusion of meetings or events.
Shovel snow, spread ice treatment, clear stairways and walkways of debris, and perform other light grounds maintenance work such as gathering and disposing of trash outside of buildings, weeding or watering outdoor flowers, etc..
Inspect building for safety hazards and correct or report to appropriate personnel.
Key responsibilities are highlighted above; please click here to view the complete classification description for the Custodian/Facilities & Equipment Maintenance Worker I position (Grade 301 in the City's FY 2024 Schedule of Salary ranges). The classification description indicates the full salary range established for a position in this grade.
Qualifications
What you will need to be considered:
Possess and maintain a valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
High school diploma or GED desirable.
At least 3 months of previous custodial/janitorial experience.
Ability to operate and maintain a variety of commonly used custodial and maintenance equipment and hand tools
Ability to perform work of a physical demanding nature on a consistent basis including lifting/moving objects weighing more than 50 pounds frequently.
The ability to read, write, speak, and understand English to follow instructions, safety precautions, and work procedures
The ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to complete job duties with limited supervision.
Must complete the International Sanitary Supply (ISSA) Cleaning Management Institute Basic & Advanced Custodial Technician Certifications within 12 months of hire.
CPR/AED and First Aid certification (may be obtained through the City upon hire).
Or any acceptable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
Additional Information
Interested applicants must submit an online application to be considered,
Review of applications will begin immediately, so prompt application is strongly encouraged. The position will remain open until filled; recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of qualified applications are received or all hiring decisions have been made.
This position is non-exempt which means an individual in this position is eligible for overtime compensation under the provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the City's personnel regulations. Direct deposit of paychecks is a condition of employment for all City of Gaithersburg employees.
The successful candidate will be subject to comprehensive pre-employment criminal background investigations and medical examination including drug/alcohol screening. The City has established an alcohol-free, drug-free, and smoke-free workplace which applies to any person employed by, conducting business with, or applying for a position with the City. Each employee, as a condition of their employment, may be required to participate in pre-employment and reasonable suspicion testing. Employees classified as safety sensitive are also subject to immediate post accident and random testing.
For more information about the position, contact Capital Projects/Facilities Division Chief Ron Kaczmarek at 240.805.1262 or Ronald.Kaczmarek@gathersburgmd.gov. Questions regarding the online application process may be directed to the Department of Human Resources at 301.258.6327 or hr@gaithersburgmd.gov.
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This recruitment will establish an eligibility list which will be used to fill the current vacancy and may be used to fill other openings in this classification which occur in the next 12 months.
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