Maintenance Worker/Janitorial

Description:

Under supervision, performs the janitorial services and basic maintenance needed to maintain assigned buildings and surroundings in a clean and orderly condition.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

This is the entry level of the flexible classification series of Airport Maintenance Workers within the Mojave Air and Space Port Facilities Maintenance Department. Maintenance Worker I / Janitorial receives on-the-job instruction and supervision in the performance of job duties. Normal work assignments may be performed in close proximity to tenants, employees, customers and visitors, as well as around sensitive, specialized equipment and hazardous waste. Work may be performed within various buildings and locations within Mojave Air and Space Port property. Incumbents may be promoted to the next higher level of Maintenance Worker after acquiring the required training and experience, and upon the recommendation of the Maintenance Supervisor and approval of the Director of Facilities.

Essential Functions:

Interacts with the public, customers, tenants, visitors and other staff in accordance with customer service standards;

Completes tasks with an attitude of teamwork and cooperation in accordance with department procedures and standards;

Uses precautionary and protective measures to avoid self-exposure and cross-contamination;

Handles and disposes of contaminated trash according to established procedures;

Maintains and respects customer confidentiality;

Sweeps, mops, strips and waxes floors and stairways using various types of floor care equipment;

Vacuums, spot cleans, removes stains and shampoos carpets;

Empties and cleans trash receptacles;

Cleans, dusts and polishes furniture and woodwork; washes windows, walls, ceilings and a variety of window coverings;

Cleans and disinfects restroom fixtures and drinking fountains; refills restroom containers and dispensers;

Disinfects offices, workstations and public areas when an infectious condition has been reported;

Assists in setting up, breaking down and moving folding tables; moves and arranges furniture and equipment;

Turns out lights; locks doors and windows; replaces light bulbs; and reports the need for repairs;

Moves wheeled furniture racks;

Carries, erects and climbs folding ladders;

Lifts folding chairs overhead;

Pushes a supply cart on wheels;

Lifts and carries cases of supplies;

Lifts crowd control turnstile poles in buckets of cement for placement on a cart;

Performs other related functions as required.

Employment Standards:

Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to obtain knowledge in basic building maintenance and janitorial work.

Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Driver’s License.

Knowledge of: simple arithmetic, including ratios and proportions; knowledge of basic hand tools and electric floor equipment used in janitorial services; ability to follow written and oral instructions; ability to use good body mechanics and follow basic safety practices in the performance of job duties; ability to read and understand labels on containers and supplies.

Ability to: communicate effectively with staff, coworkers and supervisors about completed and pending tasks; Incumbents are required to work with a variety of hazardous materials, and may be exposed to, noxious fumes, dust and loud noises.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Application Question(s):

• Can you work 4, 10 hour shifts a week?

Experience:

• Janitorial: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Mojave, CA 93501: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18 - $21