Description

DESCRIPTION
Under the direct supervision of the Facility Maintenance Supervisor, Facility Maintenance I is responsible for the general cleaning and maintenance of Gurnee Park District's buildings, owned or leased, and any other task assigned by the immediate supervisor.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

1. Work involves the cleaning and routine maintenance in an assigned building or buildings, including shelters and public washroom facilities.
2. Possess and perform high quality custodial practices to complete daily, weekly and monthly cleanings tasks (sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, sanitizing, and vacuuming) at various facilities in restrooms, locker rooms, offices, activity and common spaces as assigned.
3. Adheres to generally accepted industry standards when working with chemicals and equipment while cleaning and attending to the neatness and sanitation of buildings and equipment.
4. Maintains all flooring including vinyl, ceramic, concrete and hardwood floors to include scrubbing, sweeping, mopping, stripping, polishing, and waxing as well as maintaining carpeting that includes shampooing and cleaning of carpeted floors and mats.
5. Maintains a thorough inventory of all cleans and building maintenance supplies as well as re-stocks said supplies on a consistent basis.
6. Removes trash and debris from all containers throughout the facility, indoors and outdoors.
7. Performs basic facility maintenance duties which may include, but not be limited to, minor and routine painting, washing walls, cleaning window treatments, washing windows, dusting/polishing furniture, and minor repairs of equipment.
8. Completes facility equipment/amenity set ups and take downs for numerous programs and classes according to daily/weekly and monthly schedules.
9. Assists with opening and closing of the building/facility including opening, closing, and locking doors and windows according to steps outlined in staff manual and written documents.
10. Clears snow and apply ice melting products at facility entrances and sidewalks during and after snow events.
11. Works closely with the Facility Maintenance Supervisor and Recreation Team when scheduling and completing tasks.
12. Performs all tasks necessary to assure a safe environment at all park district facilities.
13. Available to work weekends, evenings and holidays when assigned.
14. Performs all other duties as assigned and needed.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Acts as a crew leader of part time and fellow Facility Maintenance I team members when assigned and is responsible for the completion of assigned tasks.
2. Assists in training new staff by demonstrating proper methods and techniques.
3. Monitors and reports the daily progress of part time Facility Maintenance team members.
4. Repairs any unsafe conditions or notifies the supervisor if unable to repair.
5. Assists with carrying out special events and works on call for emergency situations.
6. Obtains training and certifications as required.
7. Completes work orders and tasks in a timely manner. Communicates repair and set-up timelines.
8. Completes logging of daily work in MainTrac.
9. Understands and follows policies, procedures, safety rules and regulations per Park District Manuals.
10. Dresses appropriately in uniform and acts professional at all times.
11. Works cooperatively with supervisor, fellow staff and general public at all times. Must, also, maintain a positive attitude toward all co-workers and participants.
12. Performs preventative maintenance as scheduled and completes minor repairs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
1. Has basic knowledge of the materials, methods, tools, and equipment used in the field of custodial/facility maintenance including, but not limited to, brooms, brushes, mops, floor buffers, snow blower, vacuum cleaner, rake, mop, hand tools, hammer, screwdriver.
2. Has the ability to possess the knowledge of the hazards and precautions of the equipment and chemicals used.
3. Possesses the knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in the maintenance of facilities and equipment.
4. Possesses sound problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
5. Possesses good time management and has a solid attention to detail.
6. Ability to effectively communicate in writing and orally on job progress in overall assignments and responsibilities.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS
Experience/Education Preferably a High School graduate or GED as a minimum requirement with 1-2 years’ experience in the custodial field, or equal experience in the trade fields.
Skills/Competencies A basic knowledge of building maintenance is essential. Must possess the physical ability to lift and carry out assigned duties and effectively present information to customers, clients, and other employees of the Park District. Ability to read, write and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Must possess basic computer knowledge in MS Office, including Word, Outlook and maintenance related software programs. Employee must have a positive attitude.
Certifications Must have a valid driver’s license. CPR, AED and first aid certification required within 90 days and must be maintained.