The City of New Bedford is currently hiring for a Seasonal Building Custodian

CITY OF NEW BEDFORD

DEPARTMENT OF FACILITIES AND FLEET MANAGEMENT

Provides custodial and minor maintenance functions for municipal buildings. Performs custodial duties. Cleans, dusts, sweeps, buffs and washes floors; washes windows; changes light bulbs; polices grounds; sweeps sidewalks; mows lawns; removes snow and ice; maintains custodial equipment; empties waste receptacles; operates low pressure ventilating systems; orders custodial supplies; makes minor repairs to buildings, facilities, equipment, lighting, ventilation and plumbing systems. Operates pick-up trucks, dump trucks, and panel trucks with a rated capacity of three tons or under, and passenger automobiles. Operates power equipment or tools utilized by the department including, but not limited to, lawnmowers, weed whackers, leaf blowers, litter vacuums, hedge clippers, and power pruners. Performs related work in all assigned areas as required. Moves and sets up furniture and equipment.

Working knowledge of equipment, materials and supplies used in building and grounds maintenance. Working knowledge of equipment and supplies used to do minor repairs. Knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions. Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment. Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to work schedule; Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods of time; Ability to communicate orally and in writing. Must possess ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely; ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; and ability to establish effective working relationships. High school graduate or GED equivalent preferred. Any combination of experience and training, which demonstrates the knowledge and experience to perform the work. Must possess a valid Massachusetts driver’s license and good driving record. Must have a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, mandatory by MGL Chapter 6 Sec. 172C.

For more information, please visit www.newbedford-ma.gov or contact the Personnel Dept., 133 William St., Room 212, 508-979- 1444. Resumes are only accepted with a completed employment application. Applications will be accepted until a suitable candidate is found. New Bedford has a residency requirement. EEO