Maintainer I

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.