General Maintenance Worker - 2nd Shift

Metropolitan State University • Brooklyn Park, MN

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Hennepin Technical College seeks a 2nd shift Building Maintenance Worker at Brooklyn Park location (Peace Offer Building) dedicated to excellence in career and technical education who desires to become part of an environment that values trust, integrity, pride, passion, respect, collaboration, innovation, continuous improvement, and diversity. Founded in 1972, Hennepin Technical College is the largest technical college in Minnesota. With campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie, Hennepin Technical College has a diverse student population of more than 9,500 and offers degree and non-degree coursework in over 45 programs. Achieving a 99% job placement rate within its network of industry partners, Hennepin Technical College prepares students for in-demand and high-paying employment opportunities. Hennepin Technical College is a member of Minnesota State, which includes 30 community and technical colleges and seven state universities serving approximately 400,000 students. It is the fourth-largest system of two-year colleges and four-year universities in the United States. The college is strategically positioned to meet the economic and workforce development needs of business and industry throughout Minnesota. Hennepin Technical College faculty and staff are committed to preparing students to be successful in obtaining the education and skills that can result in employment and a career. Curriculum is industry validated and delivered in an environment that emulates the work setting. Students receive a well-rounded educational experience that gives them the skills and ability to secure the first job in their career as well as to advance in their career.

Requirements

• Knowledge of different types of flooring/floor covering sufficient to determine proper methods of maintenance and appropriate cleaning methods, materials, agents and equipment.
• Knowledge of 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.
• Knowledge of 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.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks with limited work direction.
• Ability to keep simple records.
• Move and/or transport items weighing up to 25 pounds on a regular basis.
• Frequently bend, lift, and maneuver items daily.
• Applicant must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Two or more years of related work experience operating and maintaining various custodial equipment such as vacuums, floor machines, auto scrubbers and carpet extractors and prior experience and/or knowledge of other equipment such as fork lift or snow removal equipment.
• Boiler operator’s license.
• Knowledge of basic emergency procedures.
• Communication skills needed to report status of building security and repairs to supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Provide custodial services as assigned for academic programs, maintenance, and other college departments.
• General cleaning, as assigned, including vacuuming, dusting, scrubbing, windows, etc.
• Responsible for checking and maintaining supplies in all restrooms and emptying trash, as needed.
• Responsible to collect items in recycling containers in offices.
• Responsible for special projects during summer and breaks including stripping, waxing, scrubbing carpets, etc.
• Assist in snow removal.
• Responsible to perform assigned role in emergency situations.

Benefits

• 11 paid Holidays
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• six weeks of Paid Parental Leave
• low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($150 - $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
• We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees