HOUSEKEEPER (Building Services Worker) - #25-004556-0013

Introduction The Maryland Department of General Services (DGS) supports State and local government agencies, as well as local non-profit organizations and the citizens of Maryland, by providing facilities management, real estate and surplus property services, as well as security and law enforcement for State buildings. DGS is also responsible for a full spectrum of facilities engineering, design and construction services, almost $1 billion in annual contract administration, and overseeing the State procurement process. Here at DGS, we truly Do Great Service Consider joining our team! GRADE ASTD 5 LOCATION OF POSITION

29 St. Johns Street

Annapolis, MD 21401

Main Purpose of Job The main purpose of this position is to properly clean all of the lobbies, offices, restrooms, mail rooms, print shops, hallways, stairways, elevators, etc. in each building in the Annapolis State Office Complex assigned to State workers.
This is an emergency essential classification subject to emergency release procedures. Employees in this classification must be willing and available for duty at such hours, day or night, and are required to remain or report for duty at such hours as needed to maintain the continuous operation of this agency.
If you are the selected candidate, you will be required to complete a Pre-Employment Physical, which will assess your ability to safely perform the essential functions of the position. POSITION DUTIES

Duties for this positioninclude but are not limited to:

- Dust, remove trash and vacuumall offices, lobbies and hallways.

- Sweep and wet mop all floorareas and stairwells.

- Clean restrooms daily toinclude sanitizing toilets, urinals, sinks and mirrors, stock with soap, paperproducts and sanitary products.

- Shampoo carpets throughoutthe building twice a year.

- Strip and wax tiled floorstwice a year and spray buff at various intervals.

- Assist with moving furnitureand equipment and set up tables and chairs for meetings/special events.

- Perform routine buildingmaintenance such as, preparing surfaces for painting, installing and replacinglight bulbs, cleaning and unclogging drains, traps and lines and replacingwashers as needed.

- Assist with shoveling snowand salting sidewalks and steps in the Winter.

- Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education : None.

Experience : None.

LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS AND CERTIFICATIONS Employees appointed to positions in this classification may be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operators license valid in the State of Maryland. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Employees in this classification may be subject to call-in 24 hours a day and, therefore, may be required to provide the employing agency with a telephone number where they can be reached. SELECTION PROCESS It is important that you provide complete and accurate information on your application. Please include all experience and education that is related to this position. All information concerning your qualifications must be submitted by the closing date; information submitted after the closing date will not be considered. Credit is given for relevant part-time, temporary or volunteer experience based on the number of hours worked per week; you must include the time spent on such activities on your application.
Note that for any position requiring a college degree or college credit, you will be required to submit a college transcript prior to being offered a position. You may submit your transcript as part of the application process.
The examination for this position will consist of a rating of your education, training and experience related to the requirements of the position. Successful candidates will be placed on the employment eligibility list categorized as BEST QUALIFIED, BETTER QUALIFIED, or QUALIFIED. The eligibility list will be valid for one year and may be extended. The list will be used by the hiring authority to select employees for interviews. Eligible lists may be used to fill future vacancies of the same classification.
Please note, selected candidates may be required to complete and successfully pass a State and Federal fingerprint background check prior to being hired.
You must be legally authorized under the United States Immigration Reform and Control Act to be hired in the position for which you apply.
BENEFITS

The State of Maryland offers agenerous benefits package that includes:

- Tuition reimbursement forthose who qualify

- Flexible work schedules andtelework opportunities for many positions

- Free mass transit inBaltimore & Annapolis

- Generous paid leave thatincreases with years of service

- Paid holidays

- Health coverage with lowout-of-pocket costs

- Employee & employercontributory pension plan

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STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

FURTHER INSTRUCTIONS

Contact ... or call ... with questionsabout this recruitment. The online application process isSTRONGLY preferred. Apply online at dgs.maryland.gov Human Resources > Employment > Current Openings. Ifyou are unable to submit your application online, please send your paperapplication to: Human Resources, Dept. of General Services, 301 W. Preston St.,Suite 1311, Baltimore, MD 21201 by theclosing date and time. TTY Users:call via Maryland Relay

As an equalopportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, andpromoting employees who are reflective of the States diversity. People withdisabilities and bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. We thank ourVeterans for their service to our country.