Facility Janitor

Salary: $16.70 Hourly

Location : Bremerton, WA

Job Type: REGULAR PART-TIME

Job Number: 2023-00031

Department: Parks and Recreation

Division: Parks Maintenance

Opening Date: 06/22/2023

Closing Date: Continuous

General Function

THIS IS A REGULAR, PART-TIME POSITION BUDGETED FOR 27 HOURS A WEEK FOR 50 WEEKS PER YEAR.

Under the supervision of the Parks Maintenance Manager, performs a variety of job tasks related to facility cleaning and maintenance ensuring that activity rooms, restrooms, and public areas are maintained and ready for their intended purpose. Keeps full-time staff informed of any significant events.

Representative Essential Duties and Responsibilities

(Note – this list is intended only to illustrate the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position.)

• Vacuum, sweep and mop floors.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms.
• Restock restroom supplies.
• Empty all trash and replace liners, clean receptacles as necessary.
• Perform minor plumbing and maintenance repairs.
• Identify and report possible repairs.
• Clean, strip, wax and polish floors using proper cleaning agents and products.
• Clean windows, windowsills, doors, and mirrors.
• Maintain janitorial equipment and closets in a clean, organized and safe manner.
• Enforce safe environments, minimize potential risks, and identify and report unsafe conditions.
• Setup and take down tables and chairs.
• Clean tables and chairs.
• Ensure building security and safety by securing doors and windows.
• General outside grounds maintenance of assigned facilities.
• Vehicle cleaning as required (e.g. wash vehicles, vacuum, windows, etc.)
• Regular attendance is an essential requirement.
• Primarily works evenings and weekends.
• Other routine maintenance duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Entry Requirements)

• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Ability to work effectively with a team.
• Ability to work independently as needed.
• Ability to safely operate small tools and equipment such as floor machine, buffer and vacuum.
• Basic knowledge of proper and safe use of cleaning and janitorial products and techniques.

Physical Requirements:

• Climbing. Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. This factor is important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion.
• Balancing. Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. This factor is important if the amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
• Stooping. Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
• Kneeling. Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Crouching. Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Crawling. Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Reaching. Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
• Pushing. Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
• Pulling. Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
• Lifting. Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
• Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Feeling. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
• Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound.
• Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Medium work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment.

Working Conditions:

• The worker is subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.
• The worker is subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level.
• The worker is subject to hazards. Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.
• The worker is subject to atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

Qualifying Education and Experience (Minimum Requirements)

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school or the equivalent. Previous experience in janitorial facility maintenance and/or related field is preferred.

Special Requirements

• A background check is required for any position that involves interaction with the public.
• Valid driver’s license without infractions.

Examination Process and Required Documents
The City of Bremerton is committed to integrating diverse perspectives into our workplace culture and encourages our employees to bring their whole, authentic selves to work. We strive to create a diverse team that allows us to effectively connect to the community we serve.

Applicants can apply on-line at http://www.BremertonWA.gov/169/Current-Jobs, or application packets may be obtained from the Human Resources Department, Cobweb, or by calling (360) 473-5348. THIS RECRUITMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN CONTINUOUSLY UNTIL FILLED, WITH A FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS ON JULY 10.

Required Application Materials: City application and personal résumé are required. Incomplete application packets will not be considered. Required application materials must be returned to the Human Resources Office by 5:00 p.m. on the closing date. The City of Bremerton is NOT responsible for errors of any kind with faxed or e-mailed application packets. Original signature is required on paper application forms. It is the responsibility of the applicant to carefully list all pertinent experience and training.

Appraisal of Experience and Education/Training: At this initial review, application packets may be evaluated entirely on the basis of information you provided in the completed City application form. Applicants should include all relevant information on the City application. Applicant’s education, training, and experience will be assessed. The passing score is 70%. The top qualifying candidates will be invited to participate further in the examination process. Meeting or exceeding qualifications does not guarantee the applicant will be invited to participate in the oral examination process.

Oral Examination: A panel will evaluate the applicant’s training, experience, and ability to perform the job.

Placement on the eligibility list is determined by weighted examination scores as follows:

Appraisal of application packet regarding Experience and Education/Training –
Passing Score 70% – Weight 40%

Oral Examination – Passing Score 70% – Weight 60%

Applicants must achieve a score of 70% or better on each portion of the exam in order to be placed on the hiring list.

Employee Preference: Regular City employees applying for and passing an Open Examination will have seven point five (7.5) percent of their PASSING score added to establish their final score.

Veteran’s Preference: Veterans, who have passed an examination, shall be entitled to preference pursuant to Chapter 41.04 RCW.

NOTE TO APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Applicants with disabilities who will need special accommodation for examination must advise Human Resources no later than one (1) week prior to the scheduled examination so that appropriate arrangements can be made. (360) 473-5348.

LEGAL AND REGULATORY EMPLOYMENT CONDITIONS

Fair Labor Standards Act: The classification is non-exempt under the laws of Fair Labor Standards Act minimum wage and overtime provisions.

Representation: The classification is exempt from the bargaining unit pursuant to the Recognition Article of the current labor agreement between the City of Bremerton and the Teamsters Local 589.

Civil Service: The classification is excluded from the City’s Civil Service System.

Appointment and Removal Authority: The position is filled by appointment by the Department Head. Removal is by action of the Department Head in conformance with Human Resources Policies.

This classification specification does not constitute an employment agreement between the City and employee. It is subject to change by the City, with the approval of Human Resources, as the needs of the City and requirements change.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
It is the policy of the City of Bremerton to offer equal employment opportunity to all individuals. The City of Bremerton will administer all actions with respect to employment practices in compliance with federal, state and local laws, and will not discriminate in any employment practice on the basis of age (40+), sex, race, creed, color, national origin, sexual orientation/gender identity, marital status, military status, or the presence of any physical, mental or sensory disability.

ADA Statement
The City of Bremerton does not discriminate on the basis of disability in programs and activities, which it operates pursuant to the requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and ADA Amendments Act. This policy extends to both employment and admission to participation in the programs, services and activities of the City of Bremerton. Reasonable accommodation for employees or applicants for employment will be provided.

The City of Bremerton is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse workforce.

Sick Leave Sick leave is accrued at the rate of one (1) hour of paid sick leave for every forty (40) hours you work. You may use this accrued sick leave for the following reasons:

• To care for yourself or a family member (please refer to Human Resources Policy Paid Sick Leave for Part-Time, Temporary and Seasonal Employees for a list of eligible family members).
• When you or a family member is the victim of sexual assault, domestic violence, or stalking.
• In the event our business or your child’s school or place of care is closed by a public official for any health-related reason.

The City of Bremerton’s accrual year is January 1 st through December 31st . Forty (40) hours of unused, accrued paid sick leave will be carried over to the next year. Accrued, unused leave over forty (40) hours will be forfeited. You may use accrued paid sick leave beginning ninety (90) calendar days after the start of your employment.

Retirement – Some positions may be eligible for membership in the Public Employment Retirement System (PERS). If the position is eligible employees will be required to join.
If you have an account established in PERS prior to October 1, 1977, Plan 1 would apply or after October 1, 1977, Plan 2 or 3 would apply. If you have not already made a plan choice, you have the option of Plan 2 or Plan 3. You have 90 days from your employment date to choose between Plan 2 and Plan 3. If you have not decided within 90 days of employment, you will automatically be enrolled in Plan 2.