Building & Grounds Assistant 30 Hours (Austin Facilities Management)

City of Austin•Austin, TX

5d•$22 - $24

About The Position

The Building & Grounds Assistant performs custodial, minor maintenance, minor construction, and groundskeeping tasks in and around City-operated buildings, grounds, parks, airports, and recreation areas. Under general supervision, this hands-on role helps keep facilities clean, functional, and well-maintained. The position is listed as 30 hours per week and may involve work at various locations. Hours may vary according to departmental needs and may include evenings, weekends, holidays, or on-call assignments. No supervisory or leadership responsibilities are exercised.

Requirements

One year of experience related to janitorial or groundskeeping services.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others.
Ability to learn simple tasks.
Skill in operating power tools.
Ability to lift and carry equipment or materials applicable to the assigned work.
Ability to understand oral and written instructions.
Ability to read and write English.
Knowledge of equipment used in janitorial, groundskeeping, or related work.
Ability to train others.
Ability to read and follow floor plan sketches and diagrams.
If assigned to operate vehicles, possess the appropriate Texas driver’s license for those vehicles.
A valid Texas Class C Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one by the hire date may be required. External new hires who drive must meet the City’s Driver Record Evaluation standards.

Nice To Haves

Experience using green cleaning chemicals and practices in a commercial or industrial setting.
Experience cleaning and maintaining flooring in a commercial or industrial setting, including buffing, carpet extraction, waxing, and stripping.

Responsibilities

Clean building interiors.
Mix, stir, and pour chemicals.
Perform grounds maintenance.
Perform minor building maintenance and repairs.
Operate and maintain assigned vehicles and equipment.
Set up and tear down exhibit halls and ballrooms in compliance with applicable local codes and procedures, meeting event specifications and needs.
Perform minor construction, including erecting partitions, building or tearing down walls, painting, and building or erecting storage sheds.
Perform routine administrative duties, complete forms, and prepare reports.
Maintain inventory of materials and supplies and make purchases when needed.
Handle and account for cash.
Train new employees to perform basic job duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.