General Helper-HRL

Oakland County•Waterford, MI

23h•$17 - $23

About The Position

Oakland County is more than just a workplace. It is a place where you can make a real difference. As one of Michigan’s leading public service organizations, we are committed to strengthening communities, delivering essential services, and improving the quality of life for nearly 1.3 million residents. When you join our team, you become part of a mission-driven workforce guided by integrity, innovation, and a passion for public service. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to do meaningful work that matters. Apply today and help shape the future of Oakland County, where we are All Ways Moving Forward. For more information about Oakland County benefits and employee perks, please visit: https://www.oakgov.com/government/human-resources/benefits/new-hire General Summary $16.71- $22.61 Do you take pride in creating clean, welcoming spaces where others can do their best work? Oakland County is looking for dependable, detail-oriented team members to help keep our facilities safe, sanitary, and running smoothly every day. What You’ll Do • Sweeping, dusting, and damp/wet mopping floors • Vacuuming carpets and cleaning furniture and fixtures • Emptying wastebaskets and maintaining common areas • Cleaning, sanitizing, and restocking restroom supplies • Moving furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed • Unloading and storing custodial supply deliveries You may be assigned to a day or afternoon shift depending on operational needs. Why You’ll Love It • Your work has a visible impact on the safety and comfort of others • You stay active throughout your shift — no sitting at a desk all day • Every day is different, with a variety of tasks and spaces • You work independently while still being part of a supportive team • You help create a clean, professional environment for the community and staff of Oakland County

Requirements

Have passed their 18th birthday; OR be at least 16 years old and a high school graduate; OR have completed the state requirements for the General Educational Development Test (GED); OR be an emancipated minor.
Pass the complete examination, including the employment medical established for this classification.
NOTE: A valid United States motor vehicle operator's or chauffeur's license will be required for certain positions. Out of Country driver’s license holders will be required to obtain the appropriate valid State of Michigan driver’s license before the hire date.
Successfully complete the six month probationary period.
Ability to communicate to accurately convey information.
Ability to operate a motor vehicle and/or be a passenger may be required for certain positions.

Nice To Haves

Reasonable ability to perform routine, repetitive, and/or physical tasks.
Reasonable ability to follow standardized oral and written instructions.
Reasonable ability to work and cooperate in a team effort, when necessary, to successfully complete an assignment.
Reasonable knowledge of and ability to practice standard safety techniques.
Some knowledge of the use of elementary hand and power tools.
Depending on assignment, some ability to perform routine clerical tasks.

Responsibilities

Sweeping, dusting, and damp/wet mopping floors
Vacuuming carpets and cleaning furniture and fixtures
Emptying wastebaskets and maintaining common areas
Cleaning, sanitizing, and restocking restroom supplies
Moving furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed
Unloading and storing custodial supply deliveries
Assists higher level personnel in the repair and maintenance of County buildings
Removes walls, partitions, pipes and other structures in building alterations and repair
Transports tools and unloads equipment, supplies, tools and machinery
Uses hand tools to mix mortar and cement, digs and levels earth, and sand and paints surfaces
May drive truck to transport work crews
Performs various custodial duties required in the cleaning and servicing of County offices and buildings
May sweep and mop, vacuum carpeting, dust, clean, polish furniture and fixtures, empty wastebaskets, clean and stock lavatories with supplies; move furniture, supplies and equipment and may unload and store freight delivered to buildings
Performs a variety of duties related to lawn and flowerbed maintenance such as mowing, weeding, and trimming
During winter may remove snow and ice from sidewalks, parking lots and service drives
Performs entry-level unskilled manual labor in assistance of higher level Maintenance & Operations personnel
Work typically involves the repair and maintenance of public water systems, sewers, drains and other facilities
Cleans and prepares work sites
Cleans and assists in the maintenance and repair of machinery, tools and equipment
May assist in maintaining well sites, pump houses and hydrants, installing meters and cleaning sewers, drains and catch basins
Performs routine kennel work such as assisting animals to the detaining areas; providing animals with food and water; cleaning and disinfecting cages; assisting in euthanasia; disposing of animal carcasses; and cleaning equipment utilized
Observes sheltered animals behavior and reports any unusual behavior to supervisors
Performs entry-level routine manual tasks involved in servicing County owned vehicles in a central service garage
Assists in lubricating, changing oil, refueling, repairing and replacing tires, and cleaning of County vehicles
Maintains records of services performed, reports vehicle defects to higher level garage personnel, and may make emergency road service calls
Performs beginning level custodial and grounds keeping duties to maintain parks and golf course grounds and facilities in a clean and attractive condition
Grooms beaches, picks up grounds, empties waste containers, trims trees, cuts grass, plants and maintains flower beds, mows and/or repairs greens, cleans swimming pools and restroom facilities, waters and fertilizes grounds, and removes snow and ice from public use areas
Assists with maintenance of buildings and equipment
May assist in the operation of a central station or a golf pro shop
May drive various vehicles for transporting work crews, materials and equipment
Maintains a watch on County owned buildings under direct supervision
Periodically patrols assigned buildings
Checks for any signs of unauthorized entry, or immediate hazards such as fires or other dangers to the building security
Reports any problems to the appropriate authorities
May be assigned to perform radio communication duties