Facilities Service Worker

City of Greeley • Greeley, CO

20h • Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Service Worker is an essential part of the City of Greeley’s Department of Culture, Parks, and Recreation. The role supports Island Grove buildings by preparing facilities for events and programs, representing the department during evening events, and keeping buildings clean and well maintained before, during, and after events. Responsibilities include routine cleaning, scheduled deep cleaning, setup and teardown, and minor facility repairs such as basic carpentry, plumbing, painting, drywall work, and other repairs.

Workdays and shift assignments are not yet determined. Candidates must be available for day or evening shifts, weekdays and weekends, and scheduled overtime, including occasional work as late as midnight. Days off will be mid-week. The position requires occasional local travel within the County and work in varied weather conditions, with exposure to dust, fumes, cleaning chemicals, and potentially electrical and plumbing materials.

Requirements

• At least 1–2 years of customer service experience, or a combination of related education, experience, certifications, and licenses that enables successful performance of the essential functions.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• A valid driver’s license held for at least two years with a good driving record, or a valid driver’s license under the stated alternative-qualifications provision.
• Knowledge of maintenance and minor repairs as they relate to public buildings.
• Collaboration and interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with people from different areas and backgrounds and foster communication and teamwork.
• Ability to work under pressure, manage competing tasks and responsibilities, and adapt to changing priorities.
• Ability to self-start, take initiative, and focus on tasks with the greatest impact on work commitments.
• Ability to establish and maintain partnerships with internal and external groups and communicate effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and ages.
• Knowledge of customer service principles and practices, including assessing customer needs, meeting service standards, and evaluating customer satisfaction.
• Knowledge of incident response and handling methods.
• Customer service skills, including active listening, addressing customer needs, defusing tense situations, and maintaining a flexible and friendly demeanor.
• Availability for weekday, evening, night, weekend, and some holiday work; day or evening shift assignments and scheduled overtime may be required.
• Ability to walk, stand, stretch, bend, and lift or carry up to 60 pounds.
• Manual dexterity to perform daily work such as equipment repair, use hand tools, and drive and operate motor vehicles.
• Ability to perform manual labor and prolonged standing and walking, operate cleaning equipment and hydraulic lifts, and walk on uneven, rocky surfaces.
• Vision sufficient to identify materials needed for maintenance tasks.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• More than two years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee cleaning of Culture, Parks, and Recreation facilities.
• Set up and tear down facilities for events and programs, including tables and chairs.
• Represent the department at evening events and help maintain Island Grove buildings before, during, and after events.
• Perform routine cleaning, scheduled deep cleaning, and cleaning projects at multiple facilities during closures.
• Provide basic building upkeep and maintenance, including changing light bulbs, painting, wall patching, and minor repairs.
• Follow written and verbal instructions and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the public.
• Handle difficult situations with tact, patience, and good judgment.
• Attend safety sessions and remain informed about safety and emergency procedures.
• Use software to schedule facility events and needs.
• Communicate custodial and cleaning supply needs to supervisors.
• Assist with snow removal, including hand shoveling, snow blowing, operating a Gator with plow, and applying ice melt.
• Operate small equipment such as power tools, shop equipment, lifts, buffers, vacuums, extractors, power washers, and automatic scrubbing machines, as well as larger equipment such as forklifts, loaders, and skid steers.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Benefits eligible; the posting refers applicants to the City of Greeley benefits guide for details.
• Comprehensive total rewards program supporting employee development and recognition.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed