Custodian - Facilities Maintenance Worker I - City of Gaithersburg, MD

Job Details

Salary: Depends on Qualifications

Location : Gaithersburg, MD

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: FY2024-00913

Department: Public Works

Division: Facilities Management (1150)

Opening Date: 05/09/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Description

The , 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 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 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.###.#### or Questions regarding the online application process may be directed to the Department of Human Resources at 301.###.#### or

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.

The City of Gaithersburg offers its full-time employees a broad range of benefits to enhance their personal and professional lives. Employees are eligible on their first day of employment (unless otherwise specified). We provide employees with competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and an environment that supports a healthy work/life balance.

HEALTH BENEFITS

Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage - employer pays 85% of premium in each tier
Multi-tiered coverage options (single, single + spouse, single + child, single + children, family)
Retirement Health Savings contribution (for non-participants in medical or dental plans)

Medical Insurance

CIGNA HealthCare Open Access Plan
Prescription Drug Plan
Wellness Initiatives

Dental Insurance

Sun Life Indemnity Plan
Use a dentist of choice or participating dentist for increased savings
Basic or Enhanced Plans offered

Vision Insurance

National Vision Administrators
Use a provider of choice or participating provider for increased savings

RETIREMENT SAVINGS PLANS

Eligible for immediate enrollment in all plans upon hire
401A - Employer contribution equivalent to 8% of employee's annual base salary; fully vested after 5 years
401K - Employer 3% matching contribution on the first 5% of employee's annual base salary contributed by the employee; fully vested after 5 years
401A Supplemental - Additional 5% employer contribution to eligible employees in the Public Works and Police Departments who have physically demanding jobs on a consistent basis; fully vested after 10 years
457-deferred compensation plan and Roth IRA (employee contributions only)

PAID LEAVE

Vacation (12 - 24 days accrued annually; accrual rate based on years of service)
Sick Leave (13 days accrued annually; unlimited accrual)
Personal Leave (28 hours granted annually)
Holidays (11 holidays observed each year)

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Long-Term Care Insurance (employer paid for base plan coverage); buy-up and spouse coverage available (employee paid)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tools to assist with paying down student loan debt and managing student loans
Employer paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Long-Term Disability & Workers' Compensation Insurance
Multilingual Stipend ($2,080 per year for eligible employees, paid biweekly)
Housing Stipend (Up to $3,600 per year for eligible employees)
Tuition Assistance (Up to $5,250 per year eligible after 1 year of service)
Healthy Lifestyle Incentives
Employee Assistance Program
First-Time Homebuyer Assistance
Ongoing Training/Personal Development Programs
Credit Union
Recreation & Leisure Opportunities & Discounts
Direct Deposit (required)

Click on the link below to view general information about the benefits available.

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Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as part of the application screening and selection process. The information you provide will be reviewed and may be used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information ("see resume" is not acceptable) may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and certify that your responses can be verified from information included within your application?

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Are you at least 18 years of age as of the date of this application?

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Do you possess a valid driver's license?

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How many years of custodial/janitorial work experience do you have?

I do not have any custodial/janitorial work experience
I have less than 1 year of custodial/janitorial work experience
I have 1 - 3 years of custodial/janitorial work experience
I have more than 3 years of custodial/janitorial work experience

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At the time of hire, this full-time position will have a work schedule of Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., and some evening, holiday, weekend, and other overtime may be required. If hired for this position, do you agree that you will be able to fulfill these work schedule expectations?

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Are you able to read, write, speak, and understand English at a level sufficient to follow instructions, safety precautions, and work procedures?

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How did you first learn about this employment opportunity?

City of Gaithersburg Website
Job Interest Card Notification
Indeed
GovernmentJobs.com
Other Website
Social Media
Friend or Relative
I am currently a City Employee
Other

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City of Gaithersburg, MD

05/12/2024

Gaithersburg,MD