Lead Facility Attendant - Parks

Job Details: Job Location: Wentzville Rec Center (WREC) - Wentzville, MO, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: None, Salary Range: $24.92 - $26.34Hourly, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Building/Grounds Cleaning & Maintenance, The City is seeking a dedicated and dependable Lead Facility Attendant to perform a variety of cleaning, general care, routine maintenance, and event setups across City facilities.This position plays a critical role in maintaining safe, clean, and functional public buildings and community spaces. Candidates must be flexible and open to working non-traditional hours, including evening/night shifts, weekends, and holidays as operational needs require.Key Responsibilities & Essential Duties Custodial & Building Maintenance: Perform routine janitorial duties, general labor, and daily cleaning to keep facility interiors and surrounding premises safe, sanitary, and attractive. Maintain carpeted, tiled, and terrazzo floors using proper care techniques. Clean interior windows, glass surfaces, and maintain facility flags. Collect, manage, and properly dispose of trash, solid waste, and recyclable materials. Respond promptly and professionally to unscheduled janitorial service requests. Meeting Room Setup & Event Logistics: Prepare meeting rooms and event spaces according to schedules, including setting up and tearing down tables, chairs, audio/visual gear, and equipment. Provide backup support to Facility Attendants as needed. Routine Repairs & Facility Operations: Perform light plumbing repairs, such as clearing clogged drains/toilets, replacing faucets, flush-o-meters, and changing batteries in automated plumbing fixtures. Safely operate and perform basic maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and battery-operated equipment; report equipment defects or repairs to leadership. Inventory & Deliveries: Receive, sign for, unload, and stock deliveries of custodial supplies, food service products, and building materials. Track, organize, and manage inventories for paper products, replacement light bulbs, and cleaning supplies. Professionalism & Compliance: Deliver respectful, positive, and customer-focused service in all interactions with co-workers, city staff, and the public. Execute all duties safely in full compliance with Department, Division, and City safety standards, policies, and procedures. The City of Wentzville is committed to being an employer of choice, offering prosperous and meaningful career opportunities and flexibility. The City offers excellent benefits, including health, vision, dental, employer-paid life insurance, long-term disability, a retirement pension, 13 paid holidays, five personal days, vacation time, sick time, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, a discounted recreation center membership and much more.Click to see the full Job DescriptionThis job posting will remain open until a sufficient number of qualified applicants are received.  Qualifications: Job Qualifications – Education, experience, and training that are required or desirable in order to effectively perform the job at the time of hire. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will be considered. Additional requirements and/or substitutions may be requested and require the approval of HR. Prior relevant experience required. Valid driver’s license required. CPR and First Aid certifications preferred, or ability to obtain within 180 days of employment required.  Lift Truck Certification required within 180 days of employment.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities – May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills, and abilities commonly associated with this position. Working knowledge of building cleaning technology and general building safety. Attention to detail and the ability to maintain concentrated focus. Ability to operate cleaning equipment properly. Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions. Drive vehicles used to transport materials, tools, and equipment. Ability to provide exceptional service to internal and external customers.  Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors, co-workers, and customers by telephone, in writing, and in person. Ability to use good judgment and think rationally in difficult or stressful situations. Ability to develop goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work, as well as concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Ability to effectively organize and prioritize routine and robust tasks to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently under moderate supervision and make responsible decisions. Ability to work under established processes and solve problems within defined parameters.   Basic knowledge in the use of general computer programs and applications, including email and mobile apps. Regular attendance is a necessary and essential job duty. Job requires being reliable, responsible and dependable.