Building Service Worker

About the role

The CLASSIFICATION is Building Service Worker - Facilities Maintenance Department (Afternoon Shift: 4:30 pm - 1:00 am, Monday-Friday: Depending on the needs of the department)

Responsibilities

• Performs various custodial tasks in the care and maintenance of Municipal Buildings and facilities.
• Example: sweep, mop, wax, and vacuum floors; polish furniture, desks, chairs, shelves; wash woodwork and windows, etc.
• Operate heavy-duty floor machines, vacuum cleaners, buffers, etc.
• Clean and maintain lavatories; move records, furniture, and other equipment as required; gather and dispose of refuse.
• Performs additional duties as required.

Requirements

• As Determined By the City Of Southfield
• Must be a high school graduate or equivalent, preferably supplemented with classes from a vocational trade school.
• Minimum of 6 months of full-time experience in commercial cleaning is preferred.
• Extensive knowledge of cleaning and maintenance equipment and ability to operate same.
• Physical condition sufficient to perform essential functions of the position, including bending, standing on one's feet, overhead lifting, and the ability to climb ladders to complete cleaning assignments.
• Must have a valid Michigan Driver's License and meet the City’s driving record standards.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions, and to work effectively with others.
• Must be available for overtime as needed.
• Must pass an extensive level 2 background investigation conducted by the Southfield Police Department prior to appointment.

Benefits

• A generous benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, holidays, vacation, and more.

Pay

• Starting Salary: $17.53**
• Additional Premium Pay shall be twenty-five cents ($0.25) per hour for the afternoon shift.
• Uniform allowance of $500.00 per fiscal year.
• New Hires will receive their first allotment of $250.00 with their first paycheck.

Schedule

• Afternoon Shift: 4:30 pm - 1:00 am, Monday-Friday: Depending on the needs of the department

Supplemental Information

• The selection process will include the completion of a City of Southfield application, a review of the applicant's qualifications, driving record and criminal history check, and an oral board interview.
• Selected candidates will be subject to an extensive level 3 background investigation prior to employment.
• Each step of the process must be passed before the applicant will be moved to the next step.
• City of Southfield Driving Standards link: City of Southfield
• Applicants who meet the minimum requirements will be notified by email to attend the oral board interview.
• Applicants must maintain all minimum requirements and certifications while waiting for consideration for employment.
• Names of the successful candidates will remain eligible for consideration for nine months from placement on the eligibility list.

Mandatory Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Elections, or Opt Out

Supplemental Benefits

• Term Life, Aflac, Met Law, Retirement Savings Account, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, FMLA, Flexible Spending Account, Residency Bonus

Retirement

• Blended Pension Plan
• Employees Defined Benefit SERS
• 1.5% Multiplier for all years of service
• 3 Years Final Average Compensation Upon Retirement
• 10 Years Vesting
• 5% Employee Contribution
• Defined Contribution 401a
• City Contribution 3%
• Employee Contribution (minimum) 5 Year Vesting Schedule

Life Insurance

• MetLife Benefits
• AFSCME 329: 0-30 months employment $30,000 life and ADD, after 30 months of employment $50,000 term life, accidental death and dismemberment coverage.
• ACS TPOAM PST AFSCME 3636: $50,000 Term life and $50,000 ADD Insurance

Dental and Vision

• Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (2025) Community Blue PPO 10 Community Blue PPO 12 Community Blue PPO 15 HAP HMO
• Dental - Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Vision - Blue Cross Blue Shield

Supplemental Tuition Reimbursement

• 75% reimbursement for tuition and fees (excluding late fees) for city-related classes or degree programs with a grade of "B" or better, up to $2,500 annually, plus 75% for required books.

Residency Bonus

• Annual residency bonus of 1.5% of annual salary by Jan 1st with proof of residency.

Supplemental EAP

• Elected officials and contractual employees ineligible.
• Family Medical Leave Act worked up to 1250 hours or one year. Can take off time to care for a medical emergency for themselves or immediate family members for up to 12 weeks unpaid.
• Absences approved by BASIC or FMLA vendor.

Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care

• Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent care through TASC are pre-tax funds that are used to cover certain out-of-pocket medical expenses and childcare costs.
• A total dollar amount is elected, and a debit card is sent to you to pay for incurred expenses.
• There is an annual election limit of $3,300 for 2025.
• Renew Annually, it’s not automatic.

Union Contracts

• Required Question: Do you have a Valid Michigan Driver's License?