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The City of Dover is seeking an individual to perform routine cleaning and general maintenance in and around the Inspection Services building. This is a part-time, 8 hour per week position. $17.02 to $24.63 per hour. Position is open until filled.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered essential to this position. The listed examples may not include all duties found in this class):

1. Maintains appearance and cleanliness of floors and carpets to include sweeping, vacuuming, washing and waxing floors, as needed or determined by supervisor.

2. Empties trash receptacles in and around assigned buildings and transfers to disposal location.

3. Maintains clean and sanitary conditions, and supplies, in restrooms.

4. Maintains appearance and cleanliness of office and public areas in assigned buildings by dusting and washing desks, tables, countertops, walls, glass and mirror surfaces.

5. Removes dirt, debris, snow and ice from walkways around assigned buildings.

6. Performs carpentry, electrical and plumbing repairs of a minor or routine nature.

7. Prepares and paints floors, walls and building fixtures.

8. Monitors condition of buildings and performance of equipment and components and alerts supervisor to maintenance needs and problems.

9. Performs preventive maintenance and minor repairs and adjustments to heating, ventilating, and other equipment and systems.

10. Prepares and maintains forms and other records related to inspections, test, repairs and the cleaning and maintenance of assigned buildings.

11. Maintains security by monitoring and limiting access to buildings in accordance with established policies and procedures.

12. Maintains inventory of supplies and requisitions replacements and new supplies as needed.

13. Operates and maintains building/facility illumination and safety equipment.

14. Maintains confidentiality with regards to activities/situations and individuals encountered while completing work assignments (i.e. memoranda, interviews, evidence, etc.).

15. Assists with other public works operations and projects including responding to and mitigating various man-made and natural emergencies and performing general maintenance of facilities.

16. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with employees, other departments and agencies, and the general public.

17. Maintains familiarity with and executes safe work procedures associated with assigned work.

18. Performs other related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS: Some knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in custodial and grounds maintenance work. Some knowledge of general building repair and facility maintenance practices. Ability to follow written and oral instruction. Physical ability and stamina to perform required work. Ability to complete required forms and maintain accurate records. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the general public.

EDUCATION/LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Minimum High School diploma or equivalent. Must maintain a valid motor vehicle operator license.