Maintainer I

Maintainer I Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 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. Cleans campus property such as offices, classrooms, corridors, walls, floors, windows, furniture, woodwork, toilets, lavatories or fixtures by washing, waxing, buffing, sweeping, polishing, dusting, or vacuum cleaning; and empties and cleans waste barrels, garbage cans and other waste receptacles. 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. 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, Full ceiling tiles, and assists trades with other light maintenance as needed. 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 within buildings of university-owned furniture and equipment. May assist with trash disposal. Performs routine laboring tasks to assist skilled tradespeople engaged in maintenance, repair or construction work using hand and electrical tools appropriate to craft. Plants, seeds, transplants, removes, prunes, trims, waters, sprays or fertilizes trees, shrubbery, grass, plants or flowers; participates in the propagation, growth and care of flowers, plant and shrubs; assists in planning and executing horticultural designs for grounds beautification. Sweeps sidewalks, rakes and collects leaves, collects and hauls debris or rubbish, shovels snow, sands roadways or walkways; performs other manual tasks involved with snow removal, control and disposal. i.e. salting, manually shoveling snow, using snow blowers etc. Cleans, washes, refuels, oils or greases trucks or automobiles; performs other manual labor tasks in connection with the maintenance and operation of a garage or equipment depot. Requirements: Three (3) years custodial experience preferred. Ability to work with minimal supervision and to follow oral and written directions. Ability to lift medium to heavy objects. Must be able to stand or walk for prolonged periods of time. Must have the ability to climb and work on ladders and scaffolds. Must have the physical stamina and endurance. Must have manual dexterity and mechanical aptitude. Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions. Must be able to work in a diverse college setting. Required to be a member of the campus snow removal team. Experience in a college setting preferred. Additional Information: SALARY: $1,740.88 Grade 10, Step 1. Job specifications/Maintainer http://www.mass.edu/shared/documents/classificationspecs/specspers/Maintainer Series.doc BENEFITS: Yes POSITION CLASSIFICATION: AFSCME GRANT FUNDED: No WORK SCHEDULE: Shift Schedule - Monday-Friday 2:00 PM - 10:00pm