What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Building Attendant position at Gwinnett County?
The Part-Time Building Attendant position is responsible for maintaining outdoor grounds and landscaping, as well as building facilities, to ensure safety and presentability to the public. Additional duties for this position include cleaning and making minor repairs to equipment and facilities (as needed), communicating with visitors and guests, and representing the department during tours or events.
Essential Duties
- Mowing, edging, and trimming lawns around the facility using push and riding mowers, trimmers, and blowers
- Maintaining landscaped areas by pruning shrubs and trees, pulling weeds, and applying fertilizers or approved herbicides
- Performing routine maintenance on groundskeeping equipment such as sharpening blades, checking fluids, and cleaning tools
- Inspecting and maintaining outdoor spaces to ensure public safety by clearing debris, repairing fencing, and reporting hazards
- Collecting and disposing of trash from parking lots, walkways, and building entrances
- Assisting with custodial tasks inside the facility, including mopping, sweeping, and stocking supplies as needed
- Supporting event setup and takedown, including moving tables, chairs, and other equipment for internal and public programs
- Performing minor facility maintenance tasks such as basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs under supervision
- Responding to work orders or supervisor requests promptly and professionally, maintaining flexibility in daily tasks
- Collaborating with team members and other departments to complete special projects, seasonal work, and emergency
repairs
- This job may require on-call rotation and emergency after hours, weekends, and/or holidays.
- This position requires regular outdoor work in a variety of weather conditions.
This position pays $16.80 per hour, up to 29 hours per week (not to exceed 1,508 hours per year).
Minimum Qualifications
- Valid driver's license
- High school diploma/GED
- 2 years of grounds maintenance experience
- An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above will also be considered.
- Degree or certification in Horticulture, Landscape Management, or Facilities Management
For more information about this department, please click here.About Gwinnett County
Welcome to Gwinnett County Government
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Gwinnett County sets the standard as a dynamic, vibrant community where all people can enjoy economic opportunities, safe neighborhoods, plentiful greenspace, and recreational facilities. We are committed to hiring those who share our dedication to making life better for our residents and business owners. The culture of superior service that our employees have created reflects that standard and helps staff, residents, and stakeholders remain vibrantly connected.
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Working for Gwinnett County comes with exceptional benefits, including health coverage, a robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!), onsite employee wellness center, longevity pay, tuition reimbursement, and more. The value of Gwinnett County benefits can be up to 49 percent of an individual’s total compensation.
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More than a million residents make up Gwinnett’s diverse community. The County is located just 45 minutes from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport and 30 minutes from downtown Atlanta. Georgia Highway 316 reduces travel time to the University of Georgia to 25 minutes.
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- Atlanta’s Healthiest Employer by Atlanta Business Chronicle
- Green Communities Platinum Certification for Gwinnett County from the Atlanta Regional Commission
- Top 100 Healthiest Workplaces in America by Springbuk and PR NewsWire and more!
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Mission
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Values
Integrity: We believe in being honest, building trust, and having strong moral principles.
Accountability: We believe in stewardship, transparency, and sustainability.
Equity: We believe in fairness and respect for all.
Inclusivity: We believe in engaging, embracing, and unifying our communities.
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Hiring Process
Gwinnett County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information regarding our hiring process, please click the links below:
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Gwinnett County is committed to creating a diverse workforce. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we prohibit discrimination on the basis of genetic information (including sex), race, color, national origin (including ancestry), gender (identity and expression), sexual orientation, age, marital status, familial status (including pregnancy), disability, military or veteran status, religion, political affiliation, immigration status, homeless status, or any other category protected by law.
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