CHICO AREA RECREATION AND PARK DISTRICT
545 VALLOMBROSA AVE CHICO, CA 95926
(530) 895-4711
FAX (530) 895-4721
Facility Attendant
Job Description
DEFINITION
Under direction of the Facility Coordinator, the Facility Attendant performs all duties
pertaining to the supervision, maintenance, safety and operation of an assigned facility
and performs related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Under the direction of the Facilities Coordinator, the Facility Attendant is responsible for
setting up and monitoring events, properly closing and securing facilities after events,
ensuring that the facilities are ready for use the next day, as well as other duties as
assigned. The Facility Attendant also performs custodial duties while providing superior
customer service to customers. Must be pro-active rather than reactive when
responding to problems or concerns from superiors, subordinates and the public.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
To perform this position’s responsibilities successfully, an individual must be able to
perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Specific Essential
Functions may vary depending on assignment.
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Representing the District and various departments to the public in a professional
and effective manner
Posses the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with
employees and patrons
Responsible for custodial duties and ensuring that the process for cleaning,
closing and securing a facility are completed correctly and that the facility is
ready for use the following day; floors are properly swept and mopped, restrooms
are stocked and cleaned, kitchen is clean, trash has been disposed of in the
outdoor trash receptacle, carpets are vacuumed, tables and chairs are cleaned
and stored in the proper area, restroom facilities and related fixtures are clean
and sanitized, including drinking fountains, custodial mop sinks, restroom sinks,
mirrors, urinals, and toilets
Collects and disposes of refuse and recyclable materials; may pick up litter from
grounds surrounding buildings
Opens and closes the facility for evening activities and weekend rentals on a
timely basis
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Prepares facilities for event use; moves, arranges, sets up and takes down
chairs, tables and equipment
Remains at the facility and monitors activities, room capacity, and the needs of
the groups using the Center
Supervises events and programs being held at the facility to ensure renters are
complying with District Policies and Procedures
Works with security guards in monitoring events and programs
Exercises crowd control
Patrols inside and outside the building during open access to restricted areas
Monitors and adjusts heating and air conditioning
Makes sound independent judgments during emergency situations
Liaison between public safety and the District
At closing time, ensures that all users leave the premises, alarms are activated
and all doors are secure and locked
Responsible for the control of all activities at the facility and keeping the Facility
Coordinator informed of the status of the facility and any non-compliance of
policies and procedures. May also be responsible for placing a phone call to the
Facility Coordinator’s voicemail at the end of the shift to inform of any
maintenance conditions affecting facility operation or any damage that was
caused
Cleans up after accidents
Follows safe work procedures; ensures proper safety precautions are met and
regulations are followed
Discourages loitering
Prevents theft and damage of facility, materials and equipment; secures and
manages inventory
Surveys facilities for problems of security (including non-functioning light bulbs
and vandalism) and hazardous conditions
Identifies and reports hazardous conditions, items in need of repair, and building
maintenance needs in assigned buildings and facilities.
Completes facility reports as required
May be trained to operate various equipment involved in the maintenance of
facilities
Maintains good public relations
Acts as a representative of the facility during non-business hours.
He/she should have a congenial manner towards the public and show sensitivity
for special needs of problems in the community
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES
Knowledge and Skills in:
 Principles and practices of customer service
 Accurately and legibly complete reports and maintain records
 Safe work practices
 Procedures, equipment and materials used in custodial work.
 Proper use, care, and storage of custodial equipment and materials
 District Rules and Regulations
 Communication and public relations skills
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Ability to:
 Identifying with management and District goals and objectives and understand
District priorities
 Communicate in an articulate manner
 Follow complex verbal and written instructions
 Evaluate work and priorities
 Prepare records and reports
 Work independently or with limited direction with limited supervision
 Maintain professionalism, courtesy, and composure at all times, including
stressful situations
 Evaluate situations, identify problems, and exercise sound independent judgment
within established guidelines
 Work in a team-based environment and achieve common goals
 Write legibly
 Understand and follow verbal and written directions consistently
 Present a professional image and remain positive in difficult and/or negative
situations
 Reach above shoulder height and use both hands
 Use arms and legs repetitively
 Work in a noisy environment
 Lift, carry, push, tug and pull weights exceeding fifty pounds
 Perform the essential functions of this classification
EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATES
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Any combination of education and experience to be able to adequately perform
the duties of a Facility Attendant
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Valid First Aid and CPR required
HOURS
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Flexible schedule will include evenings and weekends with varying times. Must
be willing to work on short notice.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
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Work with, in and around chemicals, solvents and pesticides, or work where such
chemicals have been sprayed
Work indoors or outdoors in a variety of environmental conditions, including heat,
cold, dampness, humidity, dryness, smoke and noise
Work irregular hours, nights, weekends, etc.
Walk, stand. Crawl, kneel, bend and use limbs repetitively and climb
Use fine motor skills to manipulate small objects
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ADA WORKING CONDITIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to
perform the essential functions of the position.
EMPLOYEE SIGNATURE:
DATE:
The Chico Area Recreation and Park District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans
with Disability Act, Chico Area Recreation & Park District will provide reasonable accommodations to individuals
with disabilities and encourages both prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations
with the employer.
(1) Permanent employees will be required to have a complete medical examination, which will include a test
for illegal drugs. This expense will be borne by the District.
(2) Permanent employees will be required to have their fingerprints taken and cleared through the State of
California Department of Justice. This expense will be borne by the District.
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