Facilities Worker

Facilities Worker

The Facilities Worker will be responsible for janitorial, maintenance and security duties at designated Klamath Tribal Health & Family Services buildings. Responsible for cleaning and servicing, building maintenance, and security at assigned areas; perform routine, repetitive tasks on a continuous basis as assigned. All work assignments and duties will follow standard operation procedures for the Facilities Department, i.e., weekly, daily, as assigned, etc.

Major duties and responsibilities include guarding against theft, vandalism, fire and illegal entry; monitoring or patrolling assigned areas, building and grounds; warning violators of policy infractions, such as loitering or smoking; responding to disturbances or threats; escorting departing personnel to vehicles to ensure their safety; responding to all emergency situations in order to resolve any incident that may potentially harm personnel or patients;

documenting all incidents and emergencies in departmental log; providing information and directions; being the first point of contact for all deliveries; providing routine housekeeping and maintenance duties; making minor building repairs, changing locks and painting buildings as assigned; keeping entry ways and parking areas free of hazards and debris; assembling office furniture as directed; cleaning assigned areas by washing furnishings and equipment and mopping floors with special cleaning solutions and disinfectants to prevent the spread of disease;

using damp, disinfectant-treated cloths and vacuum cleaner to dust window sills, blinds, floors, furniture and equipment in an orderly fashion; disinfecting, scouring and polishing all wash basins, toilets and bathroom fixtures, including mirrors and exhaust vents; replenishing supplies of soap, towels, and other dispensable items and washing entrance doors inside and out; gathering and disposing of trash, washing and cleaning wastebaskets and large refuse containers;

relining with plastic bags; cleaning conference room tables and arranging chairs in accordance with office floor plan; washing walls and ceilings using water, cleaning solutions, sponges, and cloths; washing windows, inside and out and shampooing carpets and waxing and sealing floors as needed; providing monthly activity reports to supervisor; and like all employees of the Klamath Tribes, the incumbent will be called upon to accomplish other tasks that may not be directly related to this position, but are integral to the Klamath Tribes' broader functions, including but not limited to, assisting during Tribal sponsored cultural, traditional, or community events that enable the successful operation of programs and practices of The Klamath Tribes as aligned with The Klamath Tribes' Mission Statement.

Some of these tasks may be scheduled outside of regular work hours, if necessary.

Work is performed under the supervision of the Lead Facilities Worker or the Facilities/Security Director. Routine tasks are performed with limited supervision. Assignments are performed according to various established office procedures using set standards. New assignments are provided in detail, as well as changes in current procedures. Major or new issues are referred to supervisor. Work is checked for accuracy, adequacy, and timeliness.

Ability to make quick decisions and apply safety/security knowledge in emergency situations. Ability to use interpersonal communication skills designed to effectively resolve hostile situations. Ability to recognize and later describe persons or vehicles that may be involved in problems associated with safety and/or security. Ability to evaluate people and activities, and to intervene as appropriate, this includes being able to observe situation as dangerous and call for backup before attempting to intervene.

Skill in written and oral language to convey or exchange information to individuals in an appropriate manner. Experience in documenting incidents in report form. Ability to communicate through computer network, to provide monthly reports to supervisor. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision. Must be able to endure long hours…