Building Service Worker/Custodian - Town of Scarborough

Start Date: March 20, 2024 | End Date: September 16, 2024
County: Cumberland County
Job Type: Other

Starting Hourly Rate: $19.23 to $21.63 based on experience

The Town of Scarborough’s Community Services Department is seeking a full-time Building Service Worker/Custodian. This custodial position is responsible for general cleaning, minor building maintenance, and assisting other staff when necessary. This position will perform a wide variety of custodial duties which require the use of standard cleaning tasks, tools, and supplies. Duties may include custodial services in other town buildings as needed. Work is performed under the direction of the Facilities Supervisor.
 
We are seeking someone who demonstrates an ability to interact with the public in an effective, tactful, and pleasant manner, maintaining a positive attitude even in a stressful situation. Exhibits adaptability in performing a variety of tasks across different working environments and conditions. Has the ability to work independently, but function within a team environment.
 
Essential functions:

• Prepares rooms for town meetings which may include a variety of setups.
• Vacuums, sweeps, or mops floors.
• Dusts desks, tables, counters, bookshelves, and hallways.
• Performs basic day-to-day custodial services for the building.
• Cleans restrooms.
• Washes windows.
• Collects and removes rubbish and recyclable materials.
• Assists with snow removal and sands entry ways and walkways.
• Follows safety protocols, participates in safety programs/seminars, promptly reports accidents and hazardous conditions to supervisor, and complies with the Town’s safety policies.
• Assists the Facilities Supervisor as necessary and performs related works as required

 
Requirements of work:

• Ability to work evenings
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work weekends and holidays, as scheduled
• Ability to be on a rotating weekend “on-call” schedule 
• Assists the general public and staff during meetings
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to use basic hand tools and power tools
• Ability to use basic cleaning equipment and chemicals

 
Certifications:

• Valid Maine driver’s license and have demonstrated a good driving record.
• Current First Aid and CPR certifications (or willingness to obtain).

 
In lieu of the above, any equivalent combination of training and experience that provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills may be considered at the discretion of the Town of Scarborough.
 
All job applicants are required to apply online: https://www.applitrack.com/townofscarborough/onlineapp/
 
This position is open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received. For additional information call 207-730-4025 or email hr@scarboroughmaine.org.
 

-Equal Opportunity Employer-
 
Scarborough is a diverse community with a commitment to the quality of life and the environment. Scarborough offers lovely sandy beaches and the rocky coastline made famous by a local artist, Winslow Homer. The largest saltwater marsh in Maine is located within our boundaries along with Rachel Carson Wildlife lands. We also have a balance with our commercial businesses. The newest area for businesses to locate in Scarborough is along the Haigis Parkway, located right at Exit 42 off the Maine Turnpike. We are a suburban community that offers open spaces, parks and recreational areas for our residents and visitors.
 
Scarborough is conveniently located in Cumberland County in southern Maine, approximately 7 miles south of the City of Portland. It is just a short drive to Portland and the Maine Mall with easy access to the Maine Turnpike, Portland Jetport and now passenger rail service to Boston and points south. The Scarborough Town Hall is located at 259 U.S. Route 1, just south of the junction of Rt. 1 and Black Point Road/Gorham Road.