Maintainer I 2nd Shift (one or more positions)

Quinsigamond Community College•Worcester, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs general janitorial and custodial work related to cleaning and maintaining a building, an assigned building area, or a group of buildings. The position is designated as Essential Personnel and requires snow removal and reporting during weather emergencies. The incumbent receives supervision from higher-grade employees, who assign work and review performance, and may supervise part-time and work-study students as assigned. Work includes cleaning and maintaining campus buildings and grounds, moving furniture and equipment, preparing rooms for functions, securing rooms, and conducting general security checks. The role also involves checking buildings for maintenance or repair needs and notifying the immediate supervisor, as well as performing groundskeeping and snow-removal tasks. The position supports the college’s teaching and learning environment through collaboration, respectful and inclusive conduct, and flexible, responsive service to students, staff, and the community. Other duties may be assigned. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. Salary is $1,706.74 biweekly ($44,375.24 annually), at Pay Grade 10. A complete fringe benefit package is offered.

Requirements

Possess a current and valid Massachusetts Motor Vehicles Operator's License.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to understand and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards, and guidelines governing assigned activities.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships and deal tactfully with others.
Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods.
Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
Ability to climb and work on ladders and scaffolds.
Ability to operate tree-trimming equipment and a motor vehicle.
Physical stamina and endurance.
Manual dexterity.
Mechanical aptitude.

Nice To Haves

Floor maintenance experience.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of materials, equipment, and methods commonly used in housekeeping cleaning operations.
Ability to operate and care for electric sweepers, mop wringers, brushes, and other household cleaning equipment.
Ability to make simple general repairs.
Physical ability to withstand the strain of manual tasks.
Some experience in general janitorial duties.
Working knowledge of simple maintenance work.
Working knowledge of cleaning supplies and equipment, including their types, properties, quality, uses, and effects on different construction materials and finishes.
Ability to work alone without supervision.
Ability to work in high areas such as ladders, scaffolds, or on a roof.

Responsibilities

Clean campus offices, classrooms, corridors, walls, floors, windows, furniture, woodwork, restrooms, and fixtures using appropriate cleaning methods.
Perform floor and carpet maintenance, including washing, waxing, polishing, buffing, sweeping, dusting, and vacuuming.
Empty and clean waste barrels, garbage cans, and other waste receptacles.
Load and unload trucks; move furniture using dollies, two-wheel hand trucks, and other equipment.
Operate cleaning equipment required for floor and carpet care.
Set up rooms for meetings, banquets, training sessions, and other functions.
Lock and unlock building rooms as directed and conduct general security checks for open windows, unlocked doors, and similar concerns.
Replace light bulbs and lamps and clean light fixtures as needed.
Visually inspect buildings for maintenance or repair needs and notify the immediate supervisor.
Keep areas adjacent to buildings clean, including removing trash and keeping steps and walkways clear.
Sweep sidewalks, rake and collect leaves, perform assigned groundskeeping, and collect and haul debris or rubbish.
Shovel snow, sand roadways or walkways, and perform other manual tasks related to snow removal and disposal.
Report during weather emergency situations as Essential Personnel.
Support the teaching and learning process and contribute to a student-centered environment and college-wide collaboration, collegiality, civility, and teamwork.
Promote diversity, inclusion, equal rights, and appreciation of differences in the campus community.
Provide flexible, responsive, high-quality service and help assess and improve processes and procedures.
Supervise part-time and work-study students as assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.