FACILITIES MAINTENANCE WORKER - OPERATIONS

FACILITIES MAINTENANCE WORKER - OPERATIONS

Facilities Maintenance Worker I - Operations
Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department, Public Assembly Facilities Division.

40 hours/week (varied schedule to include nights, weekends and holidays)

Step into a vital role as a Facilities Maintenance Worker where you'll be the backbone of our facility's upkeep! From ensuring a clean and safe environment to event set-up and maintenance tasks, you'll play a crucial part in maintaining our spaces. If you're dependable, and enjoy hands-on work, we want to hear from you!

Duties include:

• Cleaning, maintenance and changeover of sports and entertainment venues
• Operation of light snow removal equipment to include a pickup truck with a plow and salter.
• Operation of a Bobcat, forklift and high lift (training provided).
• Event set-up prior to events, necessary assistance during events that includes placing and moving chairs, mats, risers and stage sections, sound and light equipment and sports equipment.
• Clean-up immediately following the event which includes moving and/or removing all items and equipment that was used during the event.
• Performing routine facility maintenance as necessary and routine exterior maintenance, including snow removal (manually and machine operated).
• Perform basic repairs and maintenance on equipment.
• Perform basic interior building repairs.
• Completion of tasks in multiple locations which may include the Portland Expo, Merrill Auditorium, Ocean Gateway, City Hall, Portland Police Department, Haddock Field, and more.
• Establish effective working relationships with various agencies and stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Ability to lift and move heavy objects over an extended period of time.
• Working knowledge of building cleaning practices, supplies and equipment.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to meet and deal courteously with the public.
• Physical strength and agility necessary to perform the essential functions of the work.
• Must possess valid Class C driver's license in good standing, and a reliable vehicle for work-use when applicable.
• Prior customer service experience desired.

The hours for this position will vary throughout the year to include days, nights, weekends, and holidays with the possibility of overtime.

Applications accepted until October 17, 2025
Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check.

Salary & Benefits:

This is a union position, Labor & Trades – Grade 16 - Starting at $21.55/hour; $862/week.
The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment.
City benefits include:

• Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives
  
• Thirteen paid holidays
  
• Sick, vacation, and personal leave
  
• Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
  
• Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
  
• Use of City recreation facilities
  
• Fitness Reimbursement
  
• Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or call 207-874-8624.

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Group : LABOR AND

Job Family : LABOR, TRADES & MAINTENANCE

Posting Start : 10/03/2025

Posting End : 10/17/2025

Details : Job Description