Public Service Worker I - Building Caretaker​/Janitor for Police Dept

JOB SUMMARY:

The Public Service Worker I position performs a variety of tasks directly related to the repair, upkeep and maintenance of Township-owned properties and facilities. For this position in particular, you will be assigned to the Police Department and serve as the building's caretaker and janitor. This position requires physical strength and coordination for manual labor; the ability to follow instructions; advanced knowledge and experience in the areas of maintenance, repair, construction, fabrication, installation, inspection and service.

Performs and completes daily work assignments, communicates any changes or issues to task, generate and/or complete work orders to the Assistant Director/designee; documents findings and results.

Assesses repair needs, including evaluating and determining whether professional assistance or further instruction is needed to complete task/repair and communicates such to the Assistant Director/designee.

Operates Non-CDL & CDL equipment.

Operates heavy equipment, including, but not limited to, loaders, backhoe, dump trucks and chipper; pulls trailers.

Performs ice and snow control activities, such as shoveling, plowing and manually applying salt at Township properties.

Responds to and troubleshoots work requests/work orders for all building and grounds needs; prioritizes these requests, obtains necessary materials and equipment to complete work order; communicates project/task status and results to the Assistant Director of Facilities & Operations/designee, as directed.

Meets and assists with vendors, service workers and/or contractors, independently; assists in fact-finding, problem-solving and resolution of task, as directed.

Maintains accurate work records, time sheets, and other forms of data.

Observes and assists with corrective and preventative maintenance and/or repair of equipment.

Maintains, and ensures, a safe and secure work environment throughout Township buildings and properties by following all MiOSHA and Township safety protocols and procedures.

On call availability for weekly rotations, emergencies, and special events.

Demonstrates a full understanding of applicable Township policies, procedures and work methods associated with assigned duties.

Responds to Township employee and resident concerns and complaints.

Maintains an inventory of materials, tools, and supplies for jobs, tasks, and/or projects; requests supplies as needed, and required.

Performs other duties as assigned.

A minimum of five (5) years of relevant work experience in construction, facilities and operations, Public Services department, or directly related department/field.

Written documentation from the Director and/or Assistant Director
* of recommendation, in addition to successful completion of a practical assessment administered by the Director, Assistant Director and/or Human Resources department verifying candidate capabilities in the following:

• Operating a backhoe with skill and competency, while adhering to all safety protocols.
• Complete knowledge of emergency building system operations, including, but not limited to, emergency controls, RTU's, shut-offs, breakers, etc.

* In the case of outside candidates, the origin of the written documentation will be determined by Human Resources.

Possession of a High School Diploma or a certificate of successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) Test.

Possession of a valid State of Michigan Commercial driver's license, Class B, with Air Brake Endorsement

and an operable insured automobile for authorized travel.

Related trade school certificate(s) or Associate Degree in construction, facilities management, or a directly related field from an accredited college or university and five (5) years' relevant experience in the last seven (7) years.

Experience in construction HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fleet, and building & grounds maintenance.

Experience with, and comprehension of, blue prints, and plans.