Building Attendant - Recreation Facilities

City of Gainesville•Gainesville, FL

10d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a temporary, part-time position averaging approximately 20–29 hours per week, supporting the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs Department's Facilities Division. The Building Attendant will help keep facilities safe, clean, and event-ready, supporting programs and gatherings that bring the Gainesville community together. This role provides essential on-site support for programs, events, and facility rentals, promoting a welcoming environment by assisting with facility supervision, event setup and breakdown, custodial duties, and delivering high-quality customer service. Weekly schedules are determined by program and event needs, requiring weekdays, mornings, mid-shifts, evenings, weekends, and holiday work. A Level 2 background check is required.

Requirements

Completion of high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
One year experience in janitorial work that includes public contact, or any equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid Florida Driver’s License required.
Work requires physical strength and agility.
May be required to work evenings, weekends, and holidays.
Work requires wearing uniform supplied and in compliance with dress code.
Ability to work effectively with coworkers and the general public.
Ability to keep records and prepare reports.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Ability to read and understand complex work schedules and diagrams.

Nice To Haves

May perform lead worker or supervisory duties with contract and temporary employees.

Responsibilities

Performs general janitorial and attendant work at assigned building facilities and grounds, including set-up and clean-up after events and activities.
Moves and lifts heavy equipment, tables, chairs, and other objects to prepare for and clean up after events and programs.
Locks and unlocks facilities and notifies appropriate authorities in event of emergency.
Monitors events and programs and assists as needed.
Enforces strict applicable rules and regulations by informing general public participants.
Attends work on continuous and regular basis.