Maintainer I

Job Details

Campus Title: Maintainer I

State Job Title: Maintainer I

Department: Environmental Services

Job Code: H10X01

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Shift: Monday-Friday, 6:00 am to 2:30 pm

Salary: $1,706.74 Bi-Weekly

Working Conditions

Maintainers stand and walk for prolonged periods of time; lift and carry heavy objects up to 50lbs; work outdoors in all types of weather; work varied shifts, weekends, holidays or nights; are exposed to the hazards of wet, slippery floors; work under exposure to the hazards to chemicals, toxic and noxious fumes, dust, excessive heat, high noise levels, high volume traffic conditions and high voltage wires; work from ladders and scaffolds; and may be required to climb trees and operate motor vehicles.

General Statement of Duties

Performs specific cleaning tasks in all campus buildings, including dusting rooms and objects within rooms; washing walls, windows, floors, soiled equipment and objects; cleaning and stocking bathrooms; stripping and refinishing hard surface floors; deep cleaning soft floors/furniture; insuring proper use of cleaning chemicals and equipment; moving furniture/appliances; making general repairs of a simple nature to buildings and equipment; removing snow and performing grounds keeping tasks.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential:

• Routinely cleans campus property, such as offices, restrooms, bathrooms, corridors, public spaces, gymnasium and other athletic facilities, classrooms and laboratories, student apartments and rooms, auditoriums, storerooms, stairwells, elevators, etc.
• Cleans above areas and contents in a systematic and consistent manner as prescribed by departmental procedures and within the standards prescribed.
• Locates weaknesses in cleanliness, such as dirt and stains, in assigned area and takes corrective actions.
• Cleans sidewalks, collects and hauls debris from around buildings.
• Shovels snow from sidewalks, ramps, entry areas, roofs, etc.
• Makes general repairs of a simple nature, including minor repairs to University buildings.
• Prepares work orders for repairs and to correct deficiencies.
• Assists in maintaining the security of buildings by locking and unlocking areas; reports unusual or suspicious situations to public safety.
• Changes light bulbs and fluorescent tubes, ceiling tiles, window treatments, screens and performs other light maintenance.
• Uses and maintains Environmental Services Department equipment to assure good condition; makes basic repairs as needed.
• Reports to supervisors regarding activities completed, supplies needed, and pending issues.
• Provides on-campus moving services of University-owned furniture and equipment.

Non-Essential:

• May transport and erect temporary signage.

Qualifications Required at Hire

• Ability to understand and apply the laws, rules, regulations and policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to understand technical documentation/specifications including safety procedures and chemical applications.
• Ability to maintain harmonious working relationships.
• Ability to deal tactfully with others.
• Ability to climb and work on ladders and scaffolds.
• Ability to stand or walk, for prolonged periods of time.
• Physical stamina and endurance.
• Manual dexterity (ability to perform repetitive tasks requiring continuous use of hands and arms).
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects, defined as up to 50 pounds independently and more than 50 pounds with assistance.

Minimum Entrance Requirements

Valid Driver's License.

Preferred Requirements

At least one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time, experience in building custodial or institution housekeeping work.