Temporary - Facilities Maintenance Worker CL1

University of Maine System • Orono, ME

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Temporary Facilities Maintenance Worker CL1s (Housing Custodians) are responsible for cleaning campus residence halls and auxiliary buildings to include daily, weekly, monthly and other cyclical tasks, and assist with exterior tasks such as snow removal and sanding of building entrances and walkways. These positions play an important role in ensuring the health and safety of the campus community. Temporary full-time positions are available. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Starting pay for these temporary positions is $17.80 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D).
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and work according to defined policies, procedures and standards.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers and other University personnel.
• Interpersonal skills sufficient to get along with coworkers, supervisors and building occupants.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, as needed.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. regularly and perform other manual and physically demanding tasks.
• Must be able to climb stairs, work with arms overhead, withstand temperature changes and shovel heavy snow throughout the workday.
• Be capable of lifting and carrying equipment and materials up to 50 pounds for short distances, exerting force in excess of 100 pounds occasionally and be capable of standing for long periods of time and flexible enough for bending and reaching.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to drive, normally requiring a valid Maine driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Employee operates cleaning equipment, uses cleaning chemicals and materials.
• Performs heavy lifting in the removal of trash, moves furniture and equipment.
• Shovels snow from building entrances and walkways.
• May pick up litter within several feet of an assigned building.
• Cleans fixtures, furnishings and facilities in and around campus buildings in accordance with departmental protocols.
• Works alone or in groups.
• Climbs ladders up to 12 feet to perform necessary work.
• Develops and maintains professional relationships that reflect courtesy, civility, and mutual respect.
• This is an essential position with the expectation that incumbents report to work on snow/storm days and other days when campus is closed.
• Performs other reasonable duties as assigned.

Benefits

• tuition benefits (employee and dependent)
• comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability
• retirement plan options

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED