Position Title:

Custodian - Recreation Center

Job Posting Closing Date:

This is an OPEN FILE recruitment. Applications will be considered in the order they are received for any positions available at that time. They will remain on file for at least 60 days.

Provo City is looking for custodians to perform part time work at the Provo Recreation Center. Qualified, civic-minded individuals are encouraged to apply.

Part-time Provo City employees are eligible to contribute to individual retirement savings plans through the City (401k, 457, Roth IRA, and/or Traditional IRA) and receive the following perks: a) free admission to the Provo Recreation Center, Peaks Ice Arena Public Skating, and Provo Shooting Sports Park; b) a free Provo City Library Card; c) a 25% discount on Provo Recreation Center memberships (direct family only); and d) discounts from various local and national vendors.

Job Details

Pay Rate: $12.00 - $18.00 per hour. (New hires start at $12.00 per hour.)

Essentials Duties:

• Clean, maintain, and sanitize City buildings, offices, restrooms, grounds, fixtures, and other designated areas.

• Sweep, mop, seal, wax, and polish floors.

• Clean and wash walls, woodwork, windows, doors, desks, ceilings, and other surface areas.

• Dust, clean, and wash furniture and upholstery.

• Vacuum and shampoo carpets.

• Collect and dispose of waste including emptying garbage containers and replacing liners.

• Lock and unlock doors.

• Rearrange furnishings and prepare rooms for meetings as needed.

• Perform minor plumbing and electrical repairs including unstopping lavatories, replacing florescent tubes and ballasts, and similar assignments.

• Perform general building maintenance including replacing windows, patching holes, replacing tiles, fixing door jambs and similar projects.

• May perform routine carpentry work.

• Assist in maintaining building grounds and parking lots by collecting and disposing of refuse.

• May perform snow and ice removal.

• May paint indoor/outdoor surfaces.

• Maintain general cleaning equipment including changing filters.

• Inspect buildings for damages and identify potential fire hazards.

• May be required to maintain, set up, and/or run program specific equipment.

• Order and stock needed materials and supplies in accordance with assigned budget.

• Prepare various cleaning reports; maintain maintenance schedules.

• Ensure work is completed with minimal disturbance for building occupants.

• Maintain building security by ensuring doors and windows are locked and secured.

• Make deliveries of equipment and furniture and run errands as needed.

• Assist in setting up displays and seasonal decorations.

• Post announcements.

• Perform other related work as required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Two years of experience in general custodial, building, and grounds maintenance OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience that would demonstrate an ability to perform the work [substituting each one year of post-secondary education/training for six months of experience].

• A valid, lawful Driver License is required.

Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Requires physical strength and agility enough to perform the duties of the position, including frequent bending, stretching, reaching, assuming uncomfortable positions, walking, climbing, and moving objects; requires frequent lifting of objects weighing 20-25 lbs. and occasional lifting of objects weighing 25-50 lbs. Requires periodic exposure to adverse weather conditions, various cleaning agents, chemicals, and other caustic substances.

Pre-employment Testing: Prior to appointment, applicant will be required to successfully pass a drug screen and criminal background check. Non-disclosure may result in dismissal. Applicants with unsatisfactory drug screen results will be ineligible for appointment or application to any Provo City position for a minimum period of six (6) months.

Full Time/Part Time:

Part time

Position Type:

Regular

Scheduled Hours:

25

It is the policy of Provo City to select, develop, and promote employees based on their ability and job performance. It has been, and shall continue to be, the policy of the City to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all people in all aspects of employer/employee relations without regard to race; color; religion; sex; pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related condition; age; national origin; disability; sexual orientation; or gender identity. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, an employee's compensation; benefits; terms and conditions of employment; and opportunities for promotion, training and development, transfer, and other privileges of employment. It has been, and shall continue to be, the City's policy to maintain a working environment free of discrimination and intimidation. It is further the policy of the City to comply in good faith with applicable local, state, and federal statutes concerning Equal Employment Opportunity.

Employment with Provo City offers a variety of opportunities to start and grow an exciting career serving your community, including in public safety, utility services, leisure services, administration, and other areas. Opportunities are always available, so apply today to be a part of Provo’s team!