Building Services Specialist

Peninsula Metropolitan Park District•Gig Harbor, WA

2h•$22 - $30

About The Position

The Building Services Specialist advances PenMet Parks’ mission by working under the supervision of Parks leadership to support the cleanliness, maintenance, security, and operations of District parks, buildings, facilities, infrastructure, and open space areas. The role performs custodial duties, minor building support and maintenance, litter and debris removal, park opening and closing, and other work that supports District properties, programs, and activities. The position involves indoor and outdoor work, including rugged field settings and exposure to varying weather conditions. It requires local travel between District facilities and an irregular schedule that includes Saturday and Sunday work, evenings, and occasional on-call availability. This is a 20-hour-per-week position.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid First Aid certificate issued by an authorized agency.
Valid Washington State Driver’s License.
Knowledge of standard cleaning methods and procedures.
Experience using cleaning equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and cleaning solutions.
Background in handling, mixing, and using cleaning chemicals.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety rules.
Ability to maintain knowledge, learn new functional skills, and apply them.
Ability to learn and retain technical knowledge of custodial practices, minor building maintenance, athletic courts and fields, park elements, infrastructure, safety programs, and park security.
Ability to operate light-duty and heavy-duty equipment safely.
Basic knowledge of current federal, state, and local regulations affecting custodial, maintenance, and safety operations.
Ability to take initiative with minimal supervision and troubleshoot maintenance and operational issues effectively.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and adjust to changing priorities.
Commitment to excellent customer service for a broad range of participants and constituents.
Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external colleagues, the Board of Park Commissioners, contractors, partners, and the public.
Strong written, listening, and verbal communication skills.
Ability to stand, walk, and bend for many hours; perform repetitive motions for long periods; lift up to 50 pounds; climb ladders and work at heights; and carry, pull, crawl, crouch, and perform other physical work.
Availability to work an irregular schedule that includes evenings and weekends, with occasional on-call duty.
Ability to travel locally to District facilities.

Nice To Haves

One year of custodial experience (listed as preferred).

Responsibilities

Perform custodial work, minor building support and maintenance, litter, trash and debris removal, park opening and closing, and other tasks needed to operate parks and properties.
Keep buildings and property clean and orderly; perform routine custodial activities and heavy cleaning duties.
Inspect physical spaces and take assigned corrective action to meet or exceed service, cleanliness, and security expectations.
Maintain security, cleanliness, safety, and customer service when opening and closing parks.
Use safe and efficient work methods and leave premises clean and safe.
Follow procedures for using chemical cleaners and power machinery to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
Manage inventory of cleaning supplies.
Drive vehicles needed to perform or travel to cleaning work, including industrial trucks, vans, or industrial vacuum cleaners.
Notify managers when building operating systems need repairs or additions.
Support District programs and special events as assigned.
Patrol and safeguard District buildings, parks, facilities, grounds, and equipment; answer questions and enforce park rules.
Take ownership of assigned work, deliver results, and meet organizational objectives.
Support an inclusive work environment that respects diverse ideas, backgrounds, and styles.
Perform other duties as assigned.