Job description

NOTICE TO ALL APPLICANTS! An original application MUST be received in the Storey County Human Resources office to be considered for this position. Applications are available at www.storeycounty.org/jobs.aspx or pickup at Storey County Human Resources, 1st Floor, 26 South B Street, Virginia City, NV 89440. This position will remain open until filled. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications immediately to Storey County Human Resources, PO Box 176, Virginia City, NV 89440 or in person at the above address.

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Storey County

Facilities-Custodial Maintenance Worker I

Class Title: Facilities-Custodial Maintenance Worker I

Department: Public Works

Grade: 110

Status: Full-Time

Wages: $39,629.59/yr at step 1 of 10

Benefits: 100% employer-paid Nevada PERS retirement; 100% paid employee medical, dental, and vision; 60% paid family medical, dental, and vision (increases to 70% during 2023 enrollment period); HSA employer contribution plan and PPO buy-up plan option; 3 weeks paid vacation (per accrual); 120 hours paid sick leave per year; paid holidays; others.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Note:

· This job posting will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified candidates have applied, from which hiring may occur at any time following a 15-day posting period. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications immediately.

JOB SUMMARY: Under general supervision,performs a variety of basic and routine custodial and maintenance tasks involving the cleaning, maintenance, and repair of county buildings, facilities, equipment, and adjoining premises.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This is an entry-level position in the custodial maintenance series. Work is performed with and without immediate supervision in assigned areas, and may involve working around other county staff and the public, depending upon assignments. This class performs a variety of custodial and facility maintenance duties that require basic knowledge and skills related to the position.

• Performs a full range of custodial duties including, but not limited to, dusting and polishing furniture, trim work, counters, window sills, window blinds, and other fixtures; empties, cleans, and lines waste receptacles, and disposes of trash; washes and cleans doors, windows, walls, ceilings, floors, window blinds, furniture, toilets, sinks, and light fixtures; polishes metalwork; re-stocks supplies in restrooms, break rooms, and other places as needed.

• Vacuums, shampoos, steams, extracts, and performs minor repairs to carpets and rugs; may assist in performing more skilled carpet installation and repair; sweeps, mops, scrubs, strips, stains, and polishes floors.

• Washes walls, ceilings, and floors of high volume public restrooms by using a high-pressure washer and specialized cleaning equipment.

• Washes building interiors, exteriors, and windows from ladders, scaffolding, lifts, and other elevation equipment.

• Maintains specialized work carts and supply areas with materials and equipment required for the work; monitors and maintains inventory of parts and supplies; estimates time and material needed for jobs assigned; requisitions tools and supplies as needed.

• Performs basic rough and finished carpentry repair of structures including, but not limited to, partitions, walls, doors, window frames, roofs, decks, fences, and gates; repairs and installs sheetrock and may perform wall plastering repairs; installs finish materials such as baseboard, trim, and moldings; repairs and installs doors and door hardware; changes and keys locks; installs security hardware.

• Constructs, assembles, disassembles, modifies, and rearranges cabinets and office furnishings, including bookcases, tables, chairs, benches, and specialized furniture.

• Sets up, arranges, takes down, and removes furniture for special functions and meetings.

• Performs basic electrical work for switches, outlets, plugs, cables, appliances, and lighting systems; reports unsafe electrical conditions.

• Identifies and performs basic repairs of plumbing leaks or breaks; opens clogged lines and drains; replaces seals and other minor parts; maintains sinks, drinking fountains, and toilets; repairs, replaces, and maintains water heaters and other appliances and fixtures.

• Maintains grounds in clean, safe, and orderly manner including mowing, trimming, watering, weeding, aerating, minor pest management, composting, and fertilizing lawns; replaces plants as needed; sets sprinklers; replaces sprinkler heads; adjusts automatic time clocks and system pressure if necessary; cleans debris from grounds, pathways, and parking lots; maintains grounds maintenance equipment; prunes trees and shrubs.

• Lays forms, mixes, pours, finishes, and repairs concrete for sidewalks, pavers, ramps, and slabs.

• Shovels snow from walkways and applies salt or ice-melt where appropriate.

• Closes and locks doors and windows, and otherwise secures buildings; turns off lights.

• Reports unauthorized persons and other security breaches.

• Contributes to the efficiency and effectiveness of service to customers by offering suggestions and directing or participating as an active member of a work team.

• Keeps basic records of work performed, timesheets, etc.

• Operates a county motor vehicle over short and long distances.

• Responds to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provides information within the area of assignment; helps supervisor prepare to resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.

• Observes safe working practices, including maintaining storage and working areas in a safe and orderly condition; reports the need for maintenance or repair of facilities to the appropriate supervisor; corrects or reports any fire or safety hazards; places safety barriers in public areas; maintains equipment, materials and supplies in proper condition.

• Follows label instructions to mix and dilute cleansers, disinfectants, stripping agents, and other chemicals to ensure proper strength for use; properly labels and maintains Safety Data Sheets (SDS).

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of

• Specialized materials, methods, and techniques used in assigned area of responsibility.

• Proper cleaning methods, and the safe usage of cleaning materials, disinfectants, chemicals, tools, and equipment related to the position.

• Proper use, operation, and minor maintenance of hand and power tools and equipment used in association with the position.

• Safety practices and equipment related to the work; basic shop mathematics; basic record keeping practices.

• Basic techniques for dealing with the public.

• Correct English usage including grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary.

Ability to

• Perform specialized duties in the assigned area of responsibility.

• Safely using hand tools and power equipment related to the work; understand and follow written and oral instructions.

• Estimate necessary materials and equipment to complete assignments; work with and without close supervision in standard work situations.

• Contribute effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.

LICENSING, EDUCATION & OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Possess and maintain a valid Nevada Driver License appropriate for vehicles and other equipment operated.

• The ability to pass a criminal background investigation.

• Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge and abilities. A typical way to gain the required knowledge and ability is possession of a high school diploma or equivalency.

• The ability to pass a criminal background investigation.

• Military experience applicable to the duties of this position and U.S. Armed Forces Veteran status may be preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT: The requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

• Physical Requirements. Strength and stamina to stand and walk for extended periods of time; climb stairs and ladders that may have significant heights; stamina and flexibility to stoop, squat, bend, kneel, crouch, and crawl; strength, dexterity, and stamina to use hands and arms to reach, finger, handle, feel, grasp, open containers, and to operate hand and power tools, floor cleaning, polishing, and other equipment; ability to periodically work in confined spaces; frequent moving or lifting of objects weighing up to 40 pounds and occasional moving of objects weighing up to 75 pounds; vision to read printed materials; and hearing and speech to communicate in-person and over the telephone and two-way radio. In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations. Incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

• Working Environment. Most of the work is performed indoors, but some outside work is required in all types of weather. Frequent exposure to outside conditions such as extreme heat and cold, wet and/or humid conditions, dust, grease, fumes, and toxic or caustic chemicals; and potential exposure to hazardous traffic conditions. Assignments may require working independently in isolated geographic areas. Work extended shifts or be called back in emergency situations. May work evening, night, weekend, and holiday shifts, depending upon the department to which assigned.

This class specification lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Incumbent(s) may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.

NOTICE TO ALL APPLICANTS

This position will remain open until filled. Original applications must be received in the Human Resources Office.

Applications are available at:

http://www.storeycounty.org/jobs.aspx

OR

Contact Human Resources at 775.847.0968

A full job description is available at:

Human Resources at 775.847.0968

Submit applications to:

Storey County Human Resources

P.O. Box 176

Virginia City, NV 89440

OR

Bring application in-person to:

Storey County Courthouse

Human Resources Office, 1stFloor

26 South “B” Street, 1stFloor

Virginia City, NV 89440

STOREY COUNTY IS AN Equal Opportunity Employer

“In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age disability (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) To file a complaint of discrimination write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer, and lender.”

Date(s) of Posting: 11/02/2022 – Open Until Filled

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $42,676.74 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: One location

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