General Maintenance Worker (SA26031)

Metropolitan State University•Mankato, MN

18d•$21 - $29•Onsite

About The Position

This position exists to provide a clean, comfortable and safe environment for the staff, faculty, students, and guests of Minnesota State University, Mankato. This position has been designated as weather and emergency essential. In the event of a University closure or emergency event, incumbent is required to report to work and respond as requested. Refer to Minnesota State Board Policy 4.4 Weather / Short Term Emergency Closings at: http://www.minnstate.edu/board/policy/404.html .

Requirements

Knowledge of: Different types of flooring/floor covering sufficient to determine proper methods of maintenance and appropriate cleaning methods, materials, agents and equipment.
Chemical cleaning agents such as ammonia, bleaches, scouring agents and soaps sufficient to appropriately select the agent(s), handle and apply, and dispose of safely.
Methods, tools and equipment used in maintenance sufficient to use effectively and operate safely and to make minor repairs.
Ability to: Follow simple oral and written instructions.
Perform assigned tasks with limited work direction.
Keep simple records.
Additional: Physical health and endurance sufficient to perform work functions.
See attached Weight/Torque Requirements for Building Services Employees.
Prior to the date of appointment, this position requires a criminal background check conducted by t he Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA).
Work safely at all times, which includes but is not limited to, participating and completing all required safety trainings, as well as performing all job tasks in accordance with Minnesota State University, Mankato policies and procedures utilizing appropriate tools, equipment and personal protective equipment.
This position requires a passing background check under Minnesota Statutes 299C.66 to 299C.71 – Kari Koskinen Manager Background Check Act. It is expected that the employee maintains the ability to pass applicable background check throughout employment. It is the employee’s responsibility to notify the supervisor no later than the beginning of your next shift of any charges, allegations, convictions that may impact their standing under the applicable background check.
Work in a variety of adverse weather conditions.
Work above the ground level such as on ladders and scaffolding.
Work in buildings after ventilation systems have been shut off.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse working and learning environment.
Knowledge of the proper use of MSDS sheets, Right-to-Know regulations/Global Harmonization Standards (GHS), OSHA, Blood-borne Pathogen Standards, the proper use of Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), along with other safety practices required by local, state and federal regulations.
Ability to work different shifts and flexibility to work overtime when needed.

Responsibilities

Load/Unload Table Cart
Gym Floor Matting
Dust Mopping
Snow Shoveling
Trash Remote (Brute Container)
Trash Removal
Bleacher gates
Furniture

Benefits

11 paid Holidays
Vacation Time
Sick Time
six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500)
a Pension Plan
457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options
pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts
employer paid life insurance
short and long term disability
professional development
a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents