Building Maintenance Worker

Job Description

SALARY
$20.67 - $25.84
JOB SUMMARY
Under general supervision, performs a variety of repair, maintenance, and custodial tasks to ensure the safety, cleanliness, and functionality of facilities and grounds. Provides support for events, projects, and day-to-day operations while maintaining compliance with safety and maintenance standards.
ESSENTIAL

JOB

FUNCTIONS:
Perform general facility and grounds maintenance, including trash removal, landscaping support, and upkeep of public, staff, and storage areas.
Setup and teardown of facility rooms for events, meetings, and activities, including arranging chairs, tables, and audio/visual equipment.
Clean facility areas, perform minor plumbing repairs (e.g., unclogging sinks or toilets), and replace light bulbs and filters.
Inspect and maintain facility equipment, tools, and machinery, ensuring they are safe, operational, and properly stored.
Maintain and update the Safety Data Sheets (SDS) report and ensure proper handling of chemicals and cleaning supplies.
Identify and report potential safety hazards or needed repairs to supervisors.
OTHER JOB
FUNCTIONS:
Prepare, maintain, and update property condition reports, ensuring all details of facility status are accurately documented.
Conduct regular inspections of building systems (e.g., HVAC, electrical, plumbing) and address minor maintenance issues as needed.
Collaborate with facilities maintenance staff and external contractors to address complex interior and exterior repair projects.
Perform seasonal tasks, such as de-icing sidewalks, pressure washing, and inspecting for weather-related damage.
Assist with inventory management of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment, placing orders as necessary.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests from staff or management to ensure minimal disruption to operations.
Ensure compliance with safety standards, including proper signage, hazard communication, and emergency preparedness procedures.
Support sustainability initiatives, such as recycling programs and energy conservation measures, within the facility.
MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge,

Skills

and

Abilities

Required:
Skill in communicating with others by oral and written means.
Ability to clean, organize and maintain storage areas.
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Ability to perform physical skills, including but not limited to, climbing, bending, stooping, and standing for long periods of time.
Ability to lift or exert forces equivalent to lifting up to 100 lbs., and push/pulling up to 25 lbs. for 50 feet.
Ability to receive oral and detailed information through oral communication and make fine discriminations in sound.
Ability to operate a motorized vehicle.
Ability to work in both and indoor and outdoor environment.
Incumbent is subject to fume/odor, dust/mites, and chemical hazards
Skill with organization and attention to detail.
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment utilizing knowledge of the organization's policies.
Ability to work independently under general instructions.
Ability to operate a variety of office equipment including but not limited to tablet, PC, telephone, calculator, scanner, and copier.
Ability to prioritize deadlines and tasks.
Ability to learn new systems and procedures quickly.
Ability to work within a set schedule.
Pre-employment screenings:
Criminal background screening
Physical and Human Performance Evaluation
Drug and alcohol screenings
Motor Vehicle Review
City of Arlington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.