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City of Asheville Facility Attendant-Custodian in Asheville, North Carolina
Facility Attendant-Custodian
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Facility Attendant-Custodian
Salary
$19.40 Hourly
Location
Asheville, NC
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2025-01525
Department
Capital Management
Division
Facility Operations
Opening Date
03/14/2025
Closing Date
3/30/2025 5:00 PM Eastern
Description
Benefits
Questions
Summary
About our opportunity:
The City of Asheville is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Facility Attendant in the Capital Management department. Capital Management is responsible for maintaining and improving the City's infrastructure and facilities, ensuring they remain safe, clean, and functional for employees and the public.
What you’ll be doing:
Perform custodial duties in assigned buildings, facilities, and grounds, including vacuuming, sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, waxing, and shampooing carpets and floors.
Clean, dust, and polish furniture, equipment, artwork, fixtures, and surfaces.
Sanitize and disinfect restrooms, including mirrors, toilets, urinals, sinks, and other areas; replenish soap and paper products as needed.
Empty and replace trash and recycling containers; transport waste to designated disposal areas.
Maintain building security by locking/unlocking doors, turning off unused equipment, and managing alarm systems.
Operate and maintain cleaning equipment such as vacuums, carpet cleaners, and buffing machines.
Monitor and restock cleaning supplies and request replacements as necessary.
Communicate with supervisors and other employees to coordinate tasks and ensure facility upkeep.
Complete and process work-related documentation, including checklists, inventory logs, and reports.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits:
Salary: $19.40 Hourly
13 paid holidays, plus accrual of paid sick and vacation leave
Full access to the City of Asheville's benefit suite, including medical, dental, and life insurance options
Enrollment in the North Carolina State Pension Plan and NC State 401K with company matching funds
About you:
We know your time is valuable. Applicants who meet the following minimum requirements or have comparable experience and/or education will be considered:
One year of work experience that demonstrates the ability to maintain steady employment in any field, OR
Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
Performance aptitudes:
Data Utilization: Ability to record and transcribe data accurately following established procedures.
Human Interaction: Ability to exchange information effectively and clarify details within well-established policies.
Physical Requirements: This position involves frequent walking, standing, bending, lifting, and operating cleaning equipment.
Persons of all genders and races are encouraged to apply.
Other things to know:
Work Schedule: Mon-Fri schedule 8 hour shifts dependent on staffing needs between the hours 8am - 5:30pm.
About us:
T he City of Asheville is dedicated to providing quality service for the residents and visitors of our beautiful city, nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains of western North Carolina. Asheville, NC, is a thriving mountain city that has a culture enriched in diversity.
The City of Asheville values and respects a diverse community, workforce, and ideas and is committed to promoting an equitable, fair, and just employment environment. Our organization seeks to create and provide access and opportunities to employees, residents, and visitors to fulfill their potential through inclusive engagement practices, relationship-building, and an authentic sense of belonging. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status. The City of Asheville is proud to be a second-chance employer.
The City of Asheville is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
To view our comprehensive benefits package, click here (https://www.ashevillenc.gov/department/human-resources/compensation-and-benefits/) .
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Select your highest level of education:
High School/GED
Associates Degree
Bachelors Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
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Do you have a valid driver's license?
I do not have a current driving license of any kind.
I do possess a current valid driver's license
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How many years of relevant experience do you have operating cleaning equipment (e.g., vacuum cleaners, mops, carpet cleaners, or buffing machines)?
Less than 1 year
1 - 3 years
3 - 5 years
5 - 10 years
10 or more years
Required Question
Employer
City of Asheville
Address
City of Asheville PO Box 7148 Asheville, North Carolina, 28802
Phone
828-259-5690 - Apply Online! - EOE
Website
http://www.ashevillenc.gov/jobs