BUILDING MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT (part-time)

The Kenosha Water Utility (KWU) provides municipal water and wastewater services to nearly 110,000 people in the greater Kenosha metropolitan area of southeastern Wisconsin, which is ideally located on Lake Michigan between Milwaukee and Chicago.  More information may be obtained at www.kenosha.org.  Any questions regarding this recruitment should be directed to the KWU Director of Personnel & Administration at shill@kenosha.org or 262-653-4308.The Kenosha Water Utility (KWU) is accepting online applications for a part-time Building Maintenance Assistant to perform a variety of basic and semi-skilled maintenance and custodial tasks at the Wastewater Treatment Plant (7834 3rd Avenue). Part-time schedule would be 15-30 hours/week year-round with ability to take time off with proper notice. The weekly work schedule is intended to be Monday-Friday mornings, although there may be flexibility for a different work schedule.

THIS JOB IS IDEAL FOR SOMEONE WHO IS ONLY LOOKING TO WORK PART-TIME (YEAR ROUND) AS IT WILL NOT LEAD TO FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT. (Per KWU/City policy, part-time/seasonal employment may not exceed 1500 hours in the designated 12-month period)

• Performs custodial tasks such as:
  • Empties trash and recycling bins.
  • Sweeps, vacuums, mops and waxes floors.
  • Dusts, washes, and scrubs a variety of surfaces such as walls, windows, sinks, toilets etc
  • Mix water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions, according to specifications.
  • Clean windows or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, or squeegees.
• Performs grounds keeping and landscaping tasks such as:
  • Mows grass by push mower or using a riding lawnmower.
  • Trims and edges around walkways, buildings, flower beds, walls, tanks, etc.
  • Plants flowers.
  • Rakes and places mulches around plants and trees.
  • Prunes and trims shrubs.
  • Waters plants and grass.
• Greases fittings, oils hinges, changes filters and performs other preventative maintenance tasks.
• Prepares and paints a variety of surfaces including walls, floors, pipes, fencing, equipment, etc.
• Replaces light bulbs or switch plates.
• Cleans interior and exterior of vehicles.
• Identifies equipment and building repairs and notifies appropriate staff for repairs.
• Requisitions supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Operates hand/power tools, air compressor and other small power equipment related to duties.
• Operates light truck or other Class D vehicle.
• Performs snow removal activities such as clearing snow and spreading salt on walkways and around the exterior of buildings.
• Performs other related building/grounds maintenance duties as needed.

Education, Training, Experience and Other Requirements:

• High school diploma, GED or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license with a good driving record.
• Minimum of three (3) years of professional experience which included the responsibility of custodial and building maintenance preferably in an industrial environment (plant or factory) or for a large business.
• Or an equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• If offered this position, must pass a driving record review, criminal background check and post-offer drug screen.

 Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the principles, practices, materials and equipment related to the cleaning, maintenance and repair of buildings and grounds in an industrial or other large business environment.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safe work practices associated with building maintenance and grounds keeping tasks.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools/equipment associated with building and grounds maintenance.
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to understand and carry out verbal and written instructions
• Ability to exercise good judgment and know when to contact supervisor (or designee) on tasks which are complex or incumbent is not qualified to complete.
• Ability to handle reasonably necessary stress associated with this type of work.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to coordinate eyes, hands, feet and limbs in performing tasks.
• Ability to grip, lift and carry objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to push and pull objects up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to stand for an extended period of time
• Ability to bend, reach, stoop, kneel and crouch.
• Ability to ascend and descend ladders and stairs.
• Ability to manipulate hand and power tools used in the building maintenance including those which require a repetitive motion or involve vibration (e.g., paint brushes, paint rollers, string trimmers).

Environmental Requirements:  

• Duties are performed within a plant enviroinment with some outdoor assignments which require exposure to adverse environmental conditions such as:  inclement weather, strong odors, chemical hazards, extreme noise, wetness, dust and pollen.  Such exposure may cause some discomfort or risk of injury if safe work practices are not followed.

Sensory Requirements:

• Requires the ability to recognize and discriminate similarities and differences in job-related objects, materials and tasks.  Such sensory characteristics include: color, shapes/textures, sounds, odors and distance/depth.

Individuals who wish to be considered for this recruitment must complete an online application through GovernmentJobs.com.   To begin the application process, please visit the City of Kenosha website at www.kenosha.org and click on the “Job Opportunities” link.   All elements of the application, including supplemental questions must be completed and submitted in order for the application to be considered complete.  It is important that your application reflect all of your relevant education and experience.  Please note that including your resume does not take the place of completing the “Work Experience” section of the application.  Applications may be rejected if no work experience is listed, or if other required application fields are missing or incomplete    Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter, diplomas, certifications, or other documentation to their online application before submission which further illustrates their qualifications and interest in this employment opportunity.
 
An applicant's education, training and experience will then be analyzed to determine if he/she meets the minimum requirements. Written, oral, proficiency and/or other examinations may be required to establish eligibility.  Such exams will be scheduled as needed.  
 
Appointment and rate of pay will be made in accordance with the Kenosha Water Utility Employee Handbook and the City of Kenosha Civil Service Ordinance & Rules/Regulations.  The Kenosha Water Utility reserves the right to further evaluate only those applicants who best meet the needs of the Utility.

Salary : $18 - $21