Building Maintenance Worker

Job TitleThis posting will be used to fill more than one position. This is a full-time, FLSA non-exempt position with Public Works located in Carson City, Nevada. Under immediate supervision, performs standard building and facility maintenance, and minor repair duties in buildings, facilities and adjacent grounds; interacts with and provides standard information to the public.Employees may choose between the following: Employer-Paid PERS: $22.7003 - $31.7805 hourly / $47,216.52 - $66,103.44 annually Employee/Employer-Paid PERS: $27.3854 - $38.3396 hourly / $56,961.58 - $79,746.42 annually To learn more about the Nevada Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), click here.This position is covered by the Carson City Employees Association. The current collective bargaining agreement outlines the generous benefits offered to Carson City employees: click here.Please Note: Human Resources determines whether or not you meet the minimum qualifications for the job based on your experience as you describe it on your application. Do not substitute a resume for your application, or write "See Attached Resume" on your application. We do not review resumes, unless specifically stated on the job announcement. Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education and Work Experience" section of the application. Applicants not meeting these requirements will not be considered for employment.This recruitment will remain open until recruitment needs are satisfied. Individuals are encouraged to apply immediately, as hiring may occur early in the recruiting process. Recruitment will close without notice when a sufficient number of applications are received or a hiring decision has been made.Examples of DutiesThis class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.Sweeps, mops, scrubs, and polishes floors; sweeps, vacuums, extracts and spot cleans carpeted areas.Dusts and polishes furniture and woodwork; dusts counters, window sills, window blinds and similar fixtures.Empties, cleans and lines waste receptacles and disposes of trash.Cleans doors, carpets, windows, walls, ceilings, window blinds and furniture; polishes metalwork.Performs set-up and dismantling of rooms for events.Secures facilities and activates alarms as required.Requisitions building maintenance supplies, materials and equipment; ensure proper supply of necessary material is available.Cleans and disinfects restrooms; restocks restroom supplies as necessary.Cleans lighting fixtures and replaces bulb/tube when required.Reports the need for maintenance or repair of facilities to the appropriate supervisor; corrects or reports any fire or safety hazards and places barriers in public areas.Maintains equipment, materials and supplies in proper condition.Observes safe working practices, including maintaining storage areas in a safe condition.Follows label instructions to mix and dilute cleansers, disinfectants and stripping agents to ensure proper strength for use.Answers questions and provides standard information to the public if working in a public facility.Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of the unit's service to its customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as a member of a work team.Keeps basic records of work performed, time sheets, etc.Drives a City motor vehicle to specified work sites.Demonstrates courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with the public and City staff; acts in a manner that promotes a harmonious and effective workplace environment.Typical QualificationsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED; AND one (1) year of general maintenance/custodial experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience as determined by Human Resources.REQUIRED CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, AND REGISTRATIONS:Valid Driver's License.Required Knowledge and Skills Knowledge of:Proper cleaning methods and the safe usage of cleaning materials, disinfectants, custodial tools and equipment.Use and minor maintenance of hand and power tools and equipment.Safety practices and equipment related to the work.Basic shop mathematics.Basic record keeping practices.Correct business English, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.Techniques for dealing with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, ethnic and cultural backgrounds.Skill in:Safely using hand tools and power equipment related to the work.Understanding and following written and oral instructions.Working without close supervision in standard work situations.Contributing effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives and activities.Answering patrons' questions.Dealing successfully with the public.SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Under Immediate Supervision - Incumbents at this level are closely supervised in essentially all aspects of their assigned work with the exception of routine and basic tasks. Work methods are generally prescribed in specific terms. They usually follow an established routine with general assignments, and their work is subject to frequent reviews. A position may involve repetition of a limited number of tasks that after initial training and review warrant only occasional supervisory review.PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Mobility to work in a typical office setting, use standard office equipment and stamina to sit for extended periods of time; safely operate a motor vehicle; strength to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and up to 50 pounds of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or move objects; exposure to traffic conditions and external environment when traveling from one office to another; exposure to fumes, cleaning fluids, and electrical shock.Supplemental InformationCONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:All new employees will serve a probationary period of twelve (12) months. Such employees are not subject to the collective bargaining agreement and may be laid off or discharged during this period for any reason.Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.Any City employee may be required to stay at or return to work during emergencies to perform duties specific to this classification or to perform other duties as requested in an assigned response position. This may require working a non-traditional work schedule or working outside normal assigned duties during the incident and/or emergency.Employees may be required to complete Incident Command System training as a condition of continuing employment.New employees are required to submit to a fingerprint based background investigation which cost the new employee $47.00 and a drug screen which costs $36.50. Employment is contingent upon passing the background and the drug screen.Carson City participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment with Carson City must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made. For additional information regarding acceptable documents for this purpose, please contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io or go to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services web page at City is an Equal Opportunity Employer.