FACILITIES SERVICEPERSON

$31,200 - $44,699/Yr

Broward County Public Schools - Fort Lauderdale, FL

Full-time

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Educational Services

About the position

The Facilities Serviceperson is responsible for performing semi-skilled work involving heavy cleaning and maintenance tasks to ensure the cleanliness, orderliness, and safe condition of schools and buildings. This role includes a variety of cleaning duties, equipment operation, and minor repairs, contributing to a safe and pleasant environment for students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Clean all assigned areas such as cafeteria, restrooms, offices, gymnasium, and outside areas according to custodial standards.
• Empty trash containers and dispose of waste properly.
• Sweep, mop, brush, vacuum, strip, and wax floors and other surfaces.
• Perform heavy lifting tasks, including moving garbage cans and compactor bags to dumpsters.
• Wash and sanitize sinks, toilets, and other restroom facilities, replenishing supplies as needed.
• Replace light bulbs and clean fixtures; remove and clean filters.
• Dust, wipe, wash, and wax furniture and perform minor repairs as needed.
• Operate heavy equipment for floor maintenance and cleaning tasks.
• Change air conditioning filters and clean vents as necessary.
• Maintain equipment in satisfactory condition and inform supervisors of needed supplies.
• Identify and report building equipment and structural problems that require maintenance.
• Practice safety continuously and ensure a safe working area.
• Complete all projects competently, recording time and materials used.
• Participate in training programs to enhance skills related to job responsibilities.

Requirements

• Ability to complete the Basic Facilities Service job-related training program and receive certification within the probationary period.
• Ability to perform custodial work and operate labor-saving devices such as vacuums and scrubbing machines.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting and climb ladders for maintenance tasks.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions in English.
• Ability to work well with others and possess necessary computer skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Standard high school diploma or GED completion.
• Minimum of two years of experience as a facilities serviceperson aide with Broward County Public Schools.
• Bilingual skills.

Benefits

• Salary range of $15.00 - $21.49 per hour with a shift differential.
• Paid consistent with the District's approved compensation plan.