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Performs entry-level work and is responsible for all janitorial duties for the Senior Activity Center, and for maintaining the cleanliness of sidewalks surrounding the buildings. Generally, this position uses routine skills and works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. This is a weekday evenings and weekend position.

Essential Duties & Required Qualifications Sweep, vacuum, mop, and wax floors; vacuum and clean carpets. Clean and disinfect restrooms, to include cleaning mirrors, glass doors, windows, blinds, door handles, light fixtures, and dust furniture and baseboards. Empty and clean waste receptacles, clean and dust office surfaces, vacuum offices, spot-clean walls, and properly set up and clean rooms for City activities.

Sweep or blow off debris and standing water from sidewalks around the buildings. Sprinkle deicing agents on sidewalks as a safety precaution during inclement weather. Replenish all paper supplies and soap dispensers.

Set-up and take-down tables, chairs, and other room furnishings when requested. Perform other related duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience Minimum of six months of experience or training in janitorial maintenance.

Working schedule outside of the 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. hours

Required Certificate and Licenses Valid Texas driver's license or its equivalent from any U.S. State. (Occasionally needs to drive between city facilities.) Preferred Qualifications Minimum of one year of related experience in janitorial maintenance

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Must be able to read labels and safety data sheets on cleansers, chemicals, and other substances used in the performance of duties. Basic computer skills, including the ability to place electronic orders using a mobile phone application. Ability to use computer-based email program and to maintain online inventory of supplies, paper products, and chemical equipment.

Ability to follow detailed verbal and written instructions. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to work hours other than the regular daytime schedule such as special events, on-call, or emergency response situations.

When requested, must be able to wear personal protective equipment, steel-toed leather boots, gloves, eye protection, head protection, safety vest, and ear protection. Skill in operating assigned equipment tools and vehicles safely. Physical Demands & Additional Information While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to handle and feel items, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, talk, and hear.

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds and push, pull, drag up to 150 pounds. Equipment, Machines, Tools and Work Aids Towels, brooms, mops, vacuum cleaners, floor buffers, and carpet extractor.

Working Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. Occasionally, the employee may be exposed to airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. Job offer and continuation of employment with the City of Leander is contingent upon: Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements.

Satisfactory results from a pre-employment criminal history background and driving record check. Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. * Compliance with the Selective Service Registration for male US citizens and immigrants, who are ages 18-25.

*The City of Leander participates in E-Verify. Information from each new employee's Form I-9 will be provided to the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm work authorization. The City of Leander is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information in employment.

Applicants should communicate requests for disability-related accommodations during the application process to our Human Resources Department at hr@leandertx.gov or 512-528-2708. Deaf and hard of hearing applicants may contact our office via Relay Texas at 7-1-1 or 1-800-735- 2989 (TTY/TDD).