Lead Maintenance Worker - Janitorial

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Please fill out your application as fully as possible. The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. Read the Hiring Process section below to learn more.

New hires typically receive between minimum and midpoint however we may go slightly higher based on experience internal equity and market.

Individuals in this classification can competently perform most of the duties assigned to their crew members. They must be able to demonstrate the proper use and care of all equipment and adhere to all safety and (PPE) personal protective equipment usage when using potential hazardous chemicals and cleaning up bodily fluids. This position coordinates and assigns the work for multiple job sites. Makes all the necessary decisions when organizing work by scoping out projects which include plan organization of materials equipment and completion with appropriate efficiency. Individuals should coordinate with supervisors subordinates and contractors in the planning implementation and completion of projects. This role will conduct safety briefings and training sessions and have direct contact with the Operations Supervisor. May respond to customers and coordinate crew activities with other divisions and all instances City liability may be affected by improperly perform work. Under the direction of an operations supervisor train assign and review work of assigned custodial personnel. Duties and responsibilities include cleaning and sanitizing buildings sweeping mopping and vacuuming floors and the performance of minor equipment and facility repairs. Work is performed using potentially hazardous chemicals and/or equipment and requires moderate physical effort in manipulating equipment.

• Plan organize schedule and coordinate the cleaning and care of assigned city facilities playfields recreational and other areas as assigned.
• Assist with selection train prioritize assign inspect and direct work of other Maintenance Worker-Janitorial and Maintenance Aide 2 staff for multiple job sites for a 7-day a week schedule. Inspect work of assigned staff to ensure proper completion. Assures level of service expectations are met on a constant basis.
• Organizing the picnic shelter and recreational areas for cleaning and maintaining infrastructure.
• Assigns and schedules maintenance of 10 shared trucks.
• Signs and scan timecards when Supervisor is away from the office.
• Responds to the Structural on-call request. Example checking alarms or addressing minor maintenance tasks.
• Orders all supplies maintains storeroom and purchases handheld tools and motorized equipment. Diagnosis and trouble shoot repair of equipment.
• Organizes tools and supplies for probation community services to use.
• Writes purchase requisitions (PR) for contracted work materials and supplies.
• Logs returns donates lost and found items into Share Point.
• Determine the means methods and materials for performing work.
• Cleans and sanitizes restrooms; dust mops sweeps polishes and refinishes floors; vacuums carpets; floor scrubbers; removes trash; litter; cleans windows walls counters and carpets.
• Cleans and sanitizes public areas containing blood-borne pathogen contamination.
• Properly disposes of blood borne pathogens and sharps.
• Keeps accurate records of pro-card purchases.
• Polishes and refinishes flooring.
• Lubricates pulleys fans and checks belts on cleaning equipment; performs minor repairs on non-warrantee cleaning equipment.
• Washes windows strips and waxes floors and shampoos carpets.
• Repairs doors windows roof leaks and water pressure leaks; performs minor electrical and plumbing repairs.
• Sets up furniture and other equipment needed for meetings.
• Responds to special cleaning requests.
• Supervises and inspects work performed by contracted custodians.
• Assists in the training and evaluation of subordinate-Maintenance Worker Janitorial staff; orients new workers and processes all onboarding paperwork I-9 documents identification badge gas card access issues keys
• Assists staff with The Place goals & evaluation input work assignment and general computer login.
• Inventories and orders equipment needed to perform custodial/maintenance tasks duties.
• Participates in the planning and implementation of custodial assignments and workload plans.
• Cleans sensitive areas such as the police records and evidence rooms.
• Secures buildings and activates alarms at the end of each shift.

Knowledge Skills Abilities and Competencies

• Knowledge in use and application of cleaning and sanitizing chemicals and floor finishes and ability to follow instructions in their application and use.
• Some vocational training/technical training in building maintenance custodial equipment and supplies and boiler maintenance.
• Physical ability to operate equipment such as boom truck backhoe pressure washer floor machine carpet extractor and perform general cleaning activities.
• Ability to work independently and be a self-starter.
• Demonstrated ability to work with a wide diversity of employees and customers.

Education Experience and Other Requirements

• Some vocational training/technical training in building maintenance custodial equipment and supplies and boiler maintenance.
• Five years experience working on a crew and or leading a crew.
• Five years experience working in Park Maintenance.
• Five years of experience working in Construction.
• Work experience is sufficient to perform the duties of the position.

Physical Demands

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Work involves walking; talking; hearing; using hands to handle feel or operate objects tools or controls; and reaching with hands and arms.
• Vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Physical ability to operate equipment and perform general cleaning activities.
• Work is performed using potentially hazardous chemicals and/or equipment and requires moderate physical effort in manipulating equipment.

HIRING PROCESS
The City evaluates candidates based on the information provided in the online application only. Do not submit resumes and cover letters. To evaluate all candidates fairly and equitably the City will make all applicants anonymous when we are screening the applications. We will redact information from our application such as your name address and other demographics. To help us please complete the online application form as fully as possible.

• Answer the Supplemental Questions when requested which can be found on the Questions tab of the Job posting.
• We do not accept resumes and cover letters during the anonymous application screening stage unless otherwise stated in the job description.
• Applicants advancing to the next stage may be required to provide a cover letter resume writing sample and references.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• All candidates will be required to establish employment authorization and identity at the time of hire. The City is not able to sponsor work visas.
• All positions require the completion of references checks including at least one prior supervisor.
• Some positions may require completion of a criminal background checkprior to start employment
• Some positions may require obtaining a commercial drivers license (CDL) licensures or additional certifications.

At the City of Bellevue youll be part of a team committed to providing exceptional customer service upholding the public interest and advancing the community vision. The six essential and enduring principles that guide our individual actions our interactions and our decision making in the City of Bellevue organization is: Exceptional Public Service Stewardship Commitment to Employees Integrity Innovation and Diversity Equity & Inclusion. Youll work in an environment that is innovative collaborative future focused and committed to excellence. Bellevue welcomes the world. Our diversity is our strength. We embrace the future while respecting our past. Its what makes the City of Bellevue an exciting place to work live and explore.

Have we piqued your interest yet Come join our team! The City of Bellevue supports workplace diversity. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender gender identity or expression sexual orientation marital status national origin genetic information disability age veteran status or any other protected status. Persons needing assistance with the application process may call the Human Resources Office at or .If you are invited to participate in the selection process and need ADA accommodations please notify HR before you are scheduled for an interview or testing.

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