Building Services Worker I - Part Time

The City of Lenexa Parks and Recreation department is currently accepting applications for a Part-Time Building Service Worker. The ideal candidate:

• is a self-starter
• can work independently
• is passionate about serving the public and delivering the highest level of professional custodial services.

Working for the City of Lenexa is more than a job. You will be trained, supported and valued. You’ll make a difference in the community, work alongside talented people, have leadership support, and work in a stable and positive work environment. We value work-life balance and will provide you with the resources to succeed in your position.

Hours: This position works part time for an average of 28 hours per week.

• Saturday – one of two shifts: 2pm to 8pm OR 8pm to 2am
• Monday – 5pm to 10pm
• Tuesday – 5pm to 10pm
• Thursday – 5pm to 11pm
• Friday – 5pm to 10pm

Position Summary

The Building Services Worker I performs custodial duties involving cleaning and routine maintenance at multiple City facilities and adjacent grounds, operating equipment and setting up and cleaning up for meetings and events.

Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists participants with special events, rentals and programs at a variety of City facilities and parks.
• Sets up meetings, recreational activities, birthday parties and City events scheduled at several City buildings.
• Sweeps, vacuums and mops floors; dust and cleans offices, restrooms, meeting rooms and other work areas; strips, waxes and polishes floors; and shampoos carpets.
• Cleans sidewalks and removes snow and ice; removes debris and other litter from building grounds.
• Operates tools and electrically powered machines (i.e., propane/ electric buffers, Grout Hog, Kaivac and auto scrubbers (walk-behind & ride-on), etc.).

Environmental and Physical Factors

This position performs heavy physical work including the ability to walk and use hands frequently; the ability to climb steps and ladders, crawl, kneel, squat, stoop and bend occasionally; the ability to lift products weighing up to 70 lbs. occasionally; the ability to push/pull equipment up to 70 lbs. occasionally; the ability to hear warning alarms and radio transmissions, etc. routinely; and visual acuity to read data. This position requires the ability to work in cramped and confined spaces; the ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions; ability to tolerate exposure to pollen and machine exhaust; and routine exposure to hazardous chemicals, paints and caustic cleaning supplies, as well as possible exposure to blood-borne pathogens and human bacteria.

Qualifications

Minimum: High school diploma or G.E.D. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license. Must have First Aid/CPR/AED certification or obtain within six months of employment. Must complete required NIMS IS-100 and IS-700 training within three months of employment.

Compensation and Benefits

Starting rate of pay is $19.33 to $21.76 per hour dependent on qualifications and directly related experience. In addition, the City also offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Free or low cost on-site medical clinic
• Six weeks paid parental leave
• 4% employer retirement contribution with optional 2% match
• Tuition reimbursement up to $4,500 per year
• Additional personal leave during first year of employment for new employees
• Minimum 1 week vacation for first year
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Paid sick leave and personal leave
• Free individual membership to the Lenexa Rec Center

City of Lenexa strives to be an inclusive place to work. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, physical, agility test, hearing test, reference check, and a background check is required for applicants age 18 or older.Candidates with prior criminal convictions are encouraged to submit applications for positions where they meet the minimum and/or desired qualifications and will not automatically be excluded from the recruitment process.

To apply continue and complete an online application. Be sure to attach your resume reflecting your work history and/ or applicable experience you have (work, volunteer, school activities, etc.). Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

As an equal opportunity employer, the City of Lenexa strives to treat all employees fairly, with consistency and respect, while providing a positive, challenging and rewarding work environment. We value and encourage diversity in our workplace.