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Building assistant requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in building assistant job postings.
Sample building assistant requirements
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Valid driver’s license
  • Experience with building maintenance and repair
  • Ability to lift heavy objects
  • Knowledge of safety protocol
Sample required building assistant soft skills
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Strong organizational abilities
  • Resourcefulness
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Attention to detail

Building assistant job description example 1

Wheaton Park District building assistant job description

Minimum of eighteen (18) years of age and a high school graduate or equivalent. Knowledge and experience in construction trades, landscaping, and janitorial services preferred. Must have excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills and time management skills.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  1. Attendance at work site required as scheduled.
  2. Effectively use all available resources, materials, supplies, and equipment.
  3. Monitor for and perform routine preventive maintenance to exhibits, buildings, grounds, assigned vehicles and equipment, including hand and power tools, or report repairs as needed.
  4. Maintains high cleanliness standards of zoo buildings and grounds for both internal and external customers. This includes garbage collection and disposal, washroom cleaning, rental and classroom facility maintenance, removal of debris from pathways, etc.
  5. Assist with building trades’ projects (plumbing, carpentry, electrical, mechanical repair, and specialty tools for the animal care department).
  6. Maintain effective two-way communication with supervisor and zoo staff, and interacting in a friendly and professional manner.
  7. Work effectively as a team with zoo staff.
  8. Operate skid-steer, pick-up truck, hand and power tools and equipment if necessary.
  9. Interact courteously with public to provide education, information, assistance, and control to enforce the policies and procedures of the District and the Zoo.
  10. Complete snow and ice removal throughout the zoo and the adjacent administration building.
  11. Assist with the inventory, receipt, and storage of custodial and maintenance supplies.
  12. Submit and maintain accurate records and reports.
  13. Assist in monitoring and quality control of water features.
  14. Transport equipment and supplies as necessary
  15. Wear personal protective equipment for job function when needed.

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, ETC

Must have and maintain: a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record; and CPR/AED certified or obtain within one (1) year of employment. This position must also have a current Mandated Reporter certificate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: frequently move about the facility on uneven ground; occasionally move items such as construction materials, cleaning products, etc. up to 50 lbs. for up to 25 yards and over 50 lbs. with assistance, and position one’s self to perform maintenance and repairs, work on ladders and elevated surfaces, move on uneven ground, and grasp tools with repetitive use of hands/fingers/arms with good eye/hand coordination.

ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

Must be able to: frequently work in all weather conditions including, rain, snow, extreme heat and cold, with fumes, gases, odors, dust, mold, pesticides, cleaning chemicals, grease, oil, mud, poisonous plants, animal hair/dander/feces, and biting/stinging bugs and insects; occasionally wet, slippery and uneven surfaces; and rarely at heights over 12 feet with noise over 85 dbls. and in confined spaces.

HOURS

Sunday - Wednesday

7:00am - 2:30pm, 28 hours per week

SALARY

Starting at $15.00 per hour

The Wheaton Park District is an equal opportunity employer. EOE/M/F/D/V

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Building assistant job description example 2

Central City Concern building assistant job description

The individual holding this position performs a variety of specialized semi-skilled/skilled cleaning tasks and minor maintenance repairs in support of the Housing Department. This position is responsible for cleaning and maintaining the interior and exterior of multi-family and residential buildings, attached parking lots, play structures and surrounding grounds. This position also monitors building activities and is an integral member of the property management team.
TITLE: Lead Community Building Assistant



HOURS: Tuesday-Saturday, 7:30-4:00.



ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:


Provide training and support to new and existing staff as needed.

Perform a variety of janitorial tasks to maintain the exterior of multi-family and residential buildings, attached parking lots, play structures and surrounding grounds to maintain and enhance curb appeal and safety.

Maintain a comfortable, safe and sanitary environment for tenants and staff.

Perform preventative pest control treatments of vacant turnover units.

Maintain common area flooring including but not limited to scrubbing, stripping, mopping, waxing, and carpet cleaning.

Assist Community Manager with unit move in condition reports and unit move out condition reports.

Have the ability to assist Community Manager with entering work orders into Yardi including but not limited to maintenance requests and make ready.

Have the ability to identify pests such as roaches, ants, bed bugs and rodents.

Perform follow-up cleaning after pest control treatments, including vacuuming of pests and disposal of bed bug infested property.

Assist Community Manager with full building unit by unit inspections.

Perform minor upkeep, room inventory, and vacant room preparation tasks.

Perform routine floor and upholstery care, including stripping and waxing as needed.

Use hand tools, power tools and special industrial cleaning equipment.

Use residential and commercial cleaning chemicals.

Perform tasks including but not limited to: cleaning and straightening of all common areas of the building, including cleaning windows, floors, countertops, appliances and fixtures.

Perform garbage removal and recycling.

Responsible for the ordering of cleaning supplies, supply inventory and tracking.

Responsible for keeping Supervisor informed of supply and equipment needs. Report hazardous or emergency conditions to Supervisor.

Conduct periodic inspections of common areas.

Assist On-Site Manager with customers' key responsibilities.

Carry an agency smart phone.

Greet and answer queries from residents and building visitors, and provide information and updates to staff.

Assist with the delivery of legal notices and other documents as needed.

Coordinate access for contractors and vendors to perform preventative maintenance and repairs.

Maintain daily shift logs, update building rosters, and other reports.

Monitor security cameras as assigned.

Collect random and required observed urinalysis as assigned by the On-Site Manager, Portfolio Manager or Case Management Staff.

Update lobby area with appropriate health and social services related information.

Inventory, label and store tenant property.

Adhere to safety policies and procedures.

Adhere to all state and federal privacy and security regulations applicable to the program, and to CCC policies and agreements regarding confidentiality, privacy, and security. This includes immediately reporting any breach of protected health information or personal identification information of any person receiving CCC services by CCC or an outside provider to the CCC Compliance Department, as well as to your supervisor or their designee.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Recommended to possess a current driver's license. Must pass a DMV background check and be designated an "acceptable" driver as outlined in Central City Concern's Fleet Safety Policy. Must pass an initial drivers training within 60 days of being an approved driver and continued recertification training.


SKILLS AND ABILITIES:


Knowledge of standard method of cleaning practices and equipment used in janitorial services.

Knowledge of and experience in light maintenance and repair.

Ability to effectively and courteously communicate and interact successfully with a wide variety of people, including tenants, clients, co-workers, corrections personnel, police, merchants, the general public, and supervisor on the telephone or in person.

Ability to manage time and meet deadlines.

Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both verbally and in writing and to understand and to follow verbal and written instructions.

Detailed oriented; ability to maintain accurate records and necessary paperwork.

Ability to learn, train and apply training instruction to other employees as needed.

Ability to de-ice common areas in the event of inclement weather.

Ability to work independently or as a team member and to establish priorities with minimal supervision.

Ability to display a non-judgmental attitude, and a willingness to learn new skills.

Ability to use computers for basic functions, or ability to be trained in their use.

Ability to work and maintain professional composure in an environment where people may exhibit behaviors that are hostile, abusive, or combative.

Professional maintenance of appropriate boundaries.

Knowledge of de-escalation methods or ability to be trained in de-escalation methods.

Sufficient manual dexterity and physical ability to perform assigned cleaning and maintenance tasks and to pull, lift and move heavy objects, cartons or equipment.

Knowledge to apply applicable safety policies and procedures, including Material Safety Data Sheets (MDS). The ability to apply workplace and job-site safety standards.

Ability to consider the impacts and outcomes for underserved communities during decision-making process.

Ability to consider impacts of oppression, structural racism, and individual bias on client outcomes.


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:


Must have a High School diploma or GED or be able to obtain within one year of hire.

Must have an active Oregon Department of Agriculture Pesticide Apprentice License or obtain within one year from date of hire as Lead CBA.

Must attend 8 hours of continuing education classes yearly in order to renew ODA Pesticide Apprentice License.

Must have at least 6 months experience and/or training in interior/exterior janitorial and grounds work.

Must be able to report and work at multiple locations as assigned.

Central City Concern is committed to a drug-free workplace that encourages a safe, healthy and productive work environment and strictly complies with the Drug-Free Work Place Act of 1988. An employee shall not, in the workplace, unlawfully manufacture, distribute, dispense, possess or use a controlled substance or alcohol.

Must pass a pre-employment drug screen, TB test, and background check.

Must not be a registered sex offender.

Must be able to read, write and understand English.

Must have basic computer skills including Word, Excel, Email, Yardi and basic file management.

Physical ability to bend, stoop, kneel, squat, twist, reach, pull, lift heavy objects, and operate mechanical equipment.

Must be able to climb stairs several times a day.

Will be required to carry an agency cell phone for work use. Cell phone will be provided by Central City Concern

Must adhere to agency's nondiscrimination policies.

Ability to effectively interact with co-workers and clients with diverse ethnic backgrounds, religious views, political affiliation, cultural backgrounds, life-styles, and sexual orientations and treat each individual with respect and dignity.

Central City Concern is a second chance employer and complies with applicable laws regarding consideration of criminal background for employment purposes. Government regulations, contractual requirements, or the duties of this particular job may require CCC to conduct a background check and take appropriate action to address prior criminal convictions.


EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
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Updated March 14, 2024

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