Custodian **Fulltime & Part-time**

Salary: $15.00 – $16.63 Hourly

Location : Mesquite, TX

Job Type: Full-time

Job Number: 1302185

Department: Parks and Recreation

Division: Recreation Services

Opening Date: 07/12/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

GENERAL SUMMARY

2 positions available. One fulltime and one part-time.

To perform a full range of custodial and building services duties related to the care, maintenance, and cleaning of assigned buildings and facilities. Also, responsible for assisting with set-up and tear-down of special events and opening and closing facilities.
SUPERVISION

• General supervision is provided by the Support Services Supervisor in Parks and Recreation.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct & Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
2. Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in city and department attendance policies and procedures.
3. Clean and disinfect office areas, public meeting areas and restroom facilities including fixtures, sinks, urinals and toilets; replenish supplies in restrooms.
4. Sweep, vacuum, mop, wax, strip, and polish floors; vacuum and shampoo carpets.
5. Dust and polish furniture, woodwork, fixtures, and equipment.
6. Wash windows, mirrors, door glass and walls.
7. Clean desks and countertops.
8. Empty, clean and disinfect waste receptacles.
9. Clean outdoor furniture, fountains and grounds.
10. Locking and unlocking Park facilities and restrooms.
11. Set-up and tear down equipment for special events.
12. Assisting the public with reservation needs and resolving conflicts.
13. Work varied shifts as needed, including days, nights, holidays and weekends.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION

• Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

EXPERIENCE

• No experience required.
• Prefera minimum of one (1) year experience pulling an attached trailer with a truck or van.
• Prefer a minimum of six (6) months custodial experience.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

• Possession of a valid driver’s license.

PART-TIME WORK SCHEDULE (weekends)

• Saturday, 2:00 – 10:00 p.m.
• Sunday, 2:00 – 10:00 p.m.
• 15-20 hours per week.
• Additional hours may be required outside of regular shift.

FULLTIME WORK SCHEDULE

• Monday – Friday.
• 6:00 am – 2:30 pm.
• Additional hours may be required outside of regular shift.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Full Time Employees:

The City of Mesquite offers the Zero Premium, Employee Only Benefits under the following plans: High Deductible Medical Plan, HMO Dental Plan, Vision Plan, and Life Insurance.
The City is self-insured and offers a choice of four medical plans: HSA, High Deductible, HMO, PPO, and EPO Medical Plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Employee medical coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates. Employees enrolled in the City’s self-insured medical plan also have access to the Mesquite Employee Health Center (MEHC) clinic and pharmacy.

The City offers three dental plan options: a managed plan (DHMO), an indemnity plan (DPPO), an enhanced indemnity plan (DPPO Enhanced). Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.

The City offers free Vision Insurance to all employees. Dependents can be added for an additional fee.

Basic Group Life Insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. The following voluntary benefits are available to full-time employees: Supplemental Life, AD&D Insurance, Cancer Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the TMRS. TMRS is a qualified tax-deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.

Other benefits include Social Security, Tax Saver Program (Section 125 Flexible Spending Account), Deferred Compensation Plans, Direct Deposit, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal Leave.
For more information about the City of Mesquite’s employee benefits, please visit:

01

Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.

• Less than High School completion
• High School or GED equivalency
• Associate’s Degree
• Bachelor’s Degree
• Master’s Degree
• Ph.D.
• Juris Doctorate

02

Indicate the amount of verifiable experience you have in custodial work.Please Note: Years of experience must be reflected in the work section of the application.

• No experience
• Less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• More than 5 years’ experience

03

How many years of experience do you have pulling and backing up an attached trailer with a truck or van?

• No Experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• More than 3 years experience

04

Do you have a valid driver’s license?

• Yes
• No

05

Which of the following schedules are you willing to work?

• Fulltime
• Part-time
• Available to work either shift.

Required Question