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.
Job Details What is the compensation? $12.00 - $18.00 per hour. (New hires start at $12.00 per hour.) 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.
What will I do? - 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.
What do I need to apply? - 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.
What are the physical demands and 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.
What is the selection process? This is an open file posting. Applications will be reviewed in the order they are received for any positions available at that time. They will remain on file for a minimum of 60 days. Applicants must meet the minimum requirements listed above to be eligible for consideration. If selected for hire, candidate 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.
Why Provo City? Provo is consistently recognized nationally for its
outstanding quality of life, well-being, and as a beautiful place to live. It has been ranked as the #1 Best Performing City (For a Third Consecutive Year!) in 2023 by the Milken Institute. Visit provo.org to learn more!
Full Time/Part Time: Part time
Position Type: Regular
Scheduled Hours: 25