Building Service Worker

Release Date: August 5, 2024                    Application Deadline: June 30, 2025

Requisition Various                                

Current benefited staff of SMCPS who submit a timely application and meet the minimum qualifications for the position shall be granted an interview and shall be considered to fill the vacancy prior to external applicants being considered.  Questions regarding your application and/or candidacy should be directed to the Department of Human Resources.

Position:     Building Service Worker 

                 (twelve-month assignment)

Salary:       The salary for this position will be based on the EASMC-ESP salary schedule for twelve-month eight-hour employees Range 2 ($32,802 - $49,611)

Location:    Department of Operations - Various Sites

Effective:    August 2024

This advertisement will be used to create a pool of candidates to fill positions that become available for the 2024-2025 school year.  The pool will be used through June 30, 2025, and will be posted at various times throughout the school year.  St. Mary’s County Public Schools reserves the right to re-advertise and/or modify the content of this announcement and also reserves the right to advertise site-specific vacancies at any time.   However, it is important to note that this may be the only advertisement for this position during the aforementioned period.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

Qualified applicants, including current employees of St. Mary's County Public Schools, must complete a TalentEd online application.   In addition to the online application, any support documentation (copy of certification where applicable) must be scanned and uploaded to the TalentEd application.  The online application and any support documentation must clearly demonstrate that the applicant meets the minimum qualifications, including information about the applicant’s background, experience, and professional qualifications.  Failure to submit all required documentation will result in your application being considered incomplete.  Incomplete applications will not be forwarded to the selection committee for review.  All online qualified applications will be considered until positions are filled. Following a screening of credentials, interviews will be scheduled. Please contact the Department of Human Resources with questions (301-475-5511, ext. 32187).

POSITION:       Building Service Worker

REPORTS TO:   Department of Operations

LOCATION:      Various Sites                                  

NATURE OF WORK:

The Building Service Worker is primarily responsible for providing operational service during the evening hours with the goal of ensuring a safe, clean, and healthy learning environment for students that meets the standards set forth by the Department of Operations.  This position also delivers consistent, proactive customer service to students, faculty members, and the school community.  Scheduling for this position varies depending on the individual school site.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Ability to professionally relate to and collaborate with co-workers, students, and community members
• Ability to understand and maintain confidentiality
• Ability to use technology effectively to complete tasks
• Ability to report to work daily and on time
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to follow both written and verbal instructions
• Ability to work under pressure
• Possesses effective organizational skills
• Possesses effective written and oral communication skills 
• Possesses and effectively utilizes knowledge of methods, materials, and practices used in operational support of school activities 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs a full range of custodial tasks, including:
  • Sweeping, mopping, and scrubbing of floors and other surfaces
  • Using heavy (industrial type) floor machines in stripping, waxing, and polishing of floors
  • Vacuuming carpets and using carpet cleaning machines
  • Lifting and moving heavy objects and performing manual labor
  • Collecting trash and debris and disposal in dumpster for removal
  • Cleaning and servicing sinks and restrooms
  • Dusting and cleaning furniture, chalkboards, Venetian blinds, unit ventilators, registers, vents, and light fixtures
  • Cleaning doors, glass windows, mirrors, and polishing metal fixtures
  • Replacing light bulbs and ceiling tiles
• Moves and sets up furniture to support all school functions
• Participates in the team cleaning site plan provided by the Building Service Manager
• Provides support of after-hour activities by school and community groups
• Reports maintenance or facility problems to the Building Service Manager
• Understands the proper use, care, maintenance, and storage of all custodial and cleaning equipment
• Performs other related and non related job duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Must have reliable transportation to get to/from work
• Must be able to fulfill the following physical requirements:
  • Lift and carry up to 50 pounds on a frequent and repetitive basis
  • Stand/walk on tile and/or concrete flooring for extended periods
  • Carry & utilize backpack and hip-mounted vacuum cleaners, weighing up to 20 pounds for extended periods of time
  • Climb ladders up to 15 feet high

Preferred:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Six (6) Months or more experience in the care and cleaning of school or business facilities

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT:

Full-time twelve-month position.

SALARY GRADE RANGE:

The salary for this position will be based on EASMC-ESP salary schedule for twelve-month eight-hour employees – Range 2.

BARGAINING UNIT ELIGIBILITY:  EASMC-ESP

Updated 07.2024

The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all applicants, re-advertise and/or withdraw the positions.

The St. Mary’s County Public School System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, age, national origin, marital status or sexual orientation, religion, or disability in matters affecting employment or providing access to programs.

Salary : $32,802 - $49,611