Building Maintenance

Building Maintenance

This is maintenance and janitorial work, which includes plumbing, electrical, HVAC carpentry, pool facility maintenance, painting and other duties necessary to keep the assigned areas safe and clean.

The job functions listed herein are neither exclusive nor exhaustive but are intended to be illustrative of the types of tasks the employee will most likely be expected to perform on a regular basis. The employee may be asked to perform different or additional tasks than the ones listed here, as the needs of the employer and / or the requirements of the position change.

Performs all aspects of general building maintenance work including janitorial work, maintenance and repairs, painting interiors and exteriors of buildings and structures, masonry and stonework and minor plumbing, HVAC and / or electrical work under licensed supervision; emphasis on park buildings and park shelter cleanings and closing prior to park closing at dusk.

• Performs nightly setups and takedowns after completion of daily programs and facility rentals.
• Set up and take down for Special Events.
• Assists with pool operations and mechanical and chemical maintenance.
• Assists in training of new full or part time employees and seasonals.
• Sweeps, washes, cleans, polishes and waxes floors, washes windows, wall and woodwork, dusts, cleans and polishes office equipment and furniture, cleans restrooms and unstops toilets, sinks, etc. vacuums, cleans and spot cleans carpeted areas and rugs.
• Reports broken / damaged equipment to supervisors.
• May direct or instruct seasonal pool and building / grounds maintenance staff.
• May work in confined spaces.
• May require weekend and holiday work hours.
• Performs snow and ice removal.
• Performs rubbish collection and recycling.

Performs related duties as assigned.

Graduation from high school or GED equivalent and 2 years of technical training with 1 - 3 years of related maintenance experience; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the following knowledge, ability and skills :

Knowledge of materials, methods, practices, procedures, techniques, tools, and equipment used in building and facility maintenance and construction. Occupational hazards and safety practices and methods to avoid or minimize risk. The use of general office equipment including computers and related software.

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Understand and carry out instructions. Work with cleaning compounds, detergents, chemicals and other solutions. Work in confined spaces. Maintain accurate maintenance records. Perform light to heavy physical tasks under varying weather conditions. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers and the general public.

Skill in snow and ice removal operations. Oral communications. The use of power tools, equipment, machinery and vehicles used in the performance of the essential job functions.

Necessary special requirements include Aquatic Facility Operator (AFO) or Certified Pool Operator (CPO) within 1 year of hire; CDL with B and C and airbrake endorsements, A preferred, within 1 year of hire under current DOT regulations; CPR / First Aid / AED Certification

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The City of Waukesha is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is not typical for someone to be hired at or near the top of the salary range. The specific compensation offered to a candidate is reviewed and based off a variety of factors including skills, qualifications, experience, certifications, and internal equity. Internal City applicants : please review HR Policy F2 Salary Plan and Administration regarding promotions / transfers.