Job DescriptionThe University of Maine at Machias is accepting applications for a Facilities Maintenance Worker CL1. Responsibilities include cleaning of campus, including daily, weekly, monthly, and other cyclical tasks according to a managed cleaning task-specific programthat is assessed on a weekly, monthly, and quarterly basis to ensure cleanliness if maintained. The position plays an important role in ensuring the health and safety of the campus community. It is part of the UMM Facilities team that is responsible for making the campus presentable for current and future students, faculty, staff, and visitors. This position pays $16.79/hr. Work Schedule is Monday through Friday from 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Maintains facilities and grounds which may include mowing; weed removal; trimming trees; picking-up litter; sweeping; mopping; making minor building repairs; moving furniture and equipment; and/or performing related duties.
- Operates and maintains a variety of vehicles, equipment and tools; completes routine maintenance on equipment, tools, and vehicles. May work with materials and chemicals associated with cleaning.
- Reports maintenance issues and equipment failures as appropriate.
- Maintains inventory levels within assigned area of responsibility.
- Performs other duties of a similar nature or level
About the University:The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu. The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. As a former NSF ADVANCE institution, the University of Maine is committed to diversity in our workforce and to dual-career couples.Qualifications:Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D)
- Climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, grasping, standing, and repetitive motions.
- Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with members of the Student & Residence Life staff, UMM administration, and the campus community (especially students).
- The ability to lift up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Other Information: Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of names and contact information for references.Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.For questions about the search, please contact search committee chair Barney Perry at 207 ###-####.The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening and post offer physical. In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 101 Boudreau Hall, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5754, 207.###.####, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).Clery ActThe Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. You may view the University's Annual Security Report. If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or you need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please contact: UMaine Police Department, 81 Rangeley Rd., The University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5794, or call 207.###.####.About Us
About the University of Maine SystemThe University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS and the state of Maine.Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine's diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine's exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website.