Building & Grounds Assistant (Austin Convention Center)

City of Austin•Austin, TX

2d•$22 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, 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. At the event venue, the role includes setting up and tearing down exhibit halls and ballrooms in compliance with applicable codes and procedures and meeting event specifications. The position may also perform routine administrative work, maintain supplies, handle cash, and train new employees. The employee has no supervisory or leadership responsibilities. This is designated as an Essential Employee position and may require schedule changes, call-back during emergencies, or work at a City-designated site. The role requires working outdoors in varied weather and frequent lifting of up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

One year of experience related to janitorial or groundskeeping services.
Possess the appropriate Texas driver's license for assigned vehicles; the posting specifies a Type C license or ability to acquire one by the hire date.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others.
Ability to learn simple tasks and operate power tools.
Ability to lift and carry equipment or materials applicable to the assigned work.
Ability to understand oral and written instructions and read and write English.
Knowledge of equipment used in janitorial, groundskeeping, or related work.
Ability to train others and read and follow floor plan sketches and diagrams.
Ability to work long hours in all types of weather; sit, stand, and walk for extended periods; bend, stoop, squat, and frequently lift 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodations.
For a driving position, external new hires must meet City of Austin Driver Safety Standards; applicants cannot have more than three moving violations or six Driver Record Evaluation points within 36 months.
Successful criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Clean building interiors.
Mix, stir, and pour chemicals.
Perform grounds maintenance.
Perform minor building maintenance and repair.
Operate and maintain assigned vehicles and equipment.
Set up and tear down exhibit halls and ballrooms in compliance with applicable local codes and procedures and meet 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.