Working Title: Custodian-9 month-Day Shift
Job Class: General Maintenance Worker
Agency: Mn State Academies
This position was previously announced on 01/18/2024. If you already applied for this job, you do not need to reapply.
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 01/29/2024
Closing Date : 02/05/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Mn State Academies / Mn State Academies-AFSCME
Division/Unit : Minnesota State Academies / MSA Maintenance
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $17.77 - $23.97 / hourly
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 203 - Service/AFSCME
Work Area : MSA Campuses
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Telework Eligible : No
Re-Posting : Yes
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
The requisition will be used to fill a 40 hour/day shift General Maintenance Worker position at the Minnesota State Academies in Faribault. It is open to qualified bidders and to qualified applicants simultaneously.
This is a 9 month per year position. The work schedule is based on the school calendar and may include work in the summer months during summer school.
The cleaning and maintenance of various academic and/or residential/dormitory buildings: A. Sweep, mop, scrub, vacuum dust mop, carpet extraction, strip old and apply new finish to floors as required, B. Empty and clean trash receptacles and recycling containers; C. Clean classrooms, windows, glass partitions, doors, walls, blackboards and drinking fountains; D. Clean restrooms and provide necessary tissue and hand cleaning supplies, E. Clean inside building entrances, replace light bulbs and fluorescent tubes, F. The ability to do light maintenance and routine mechanical repairs or special maintenance repair activities such as minor repair to vacuum cleaners, carpet extractors, floor scrubbers, window coverings and replace ceiling tiles.
The cleaning of outside entrances and maintaining necessary supplies on hand; A. Clean outside of building entrances, sweeping, removing snow and icing, cleaning around dumpsters and emptying trash containers; B. Ensure proper supplies and equipment are on hand to perform all duties, C. Maintain loading dock as necessary.
To move furniture and/or equipment within and between buildings. Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor: A. Maintain all equipment and tools in proper working order, B. Perform minor maintenance work on equipment and buildings, C. Assist with the setup of special events.
Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of different types of flooring/floor covering sufficient to determine proper methods of maintenance and appropriate cleaning methods, materials, agents and equipment.
Knowledge of chemical cleaning agents such as ammonia, bleaches, scouring agents and soaps sufficient to appropriately select the agent(s), handle and apply, and dispose of safely.
Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance sufficient to use effectively and operate safely and to make minor repairs.
Ability to demonstrate physical health and endurance sufficient to perform work functions.
Ability to follow simple instructions and keep records accordingly
Ability to perform assigned tasks with limited work direction.
Preferred Qualifications
Good human relations skills
Good communication skills (including sign language) to interact daily with students and staff at the Minnesota State Academies
Ability to prioritize work and be flexible during frequent interruptions
Good organizational skills
Physical Requirements
To be in physically good health along with demonstrated ability to climb stairs and ladders.
Physical health and endurance should allow the employee to frequently bend, stretch, stoop, stand, squat, crawl, walk and be able to shovel snow and use snowblowers/snow removal equipment as needed.
Must be able to lift 25 pounds on a daily basis and occasionally up to 50-80 pounds.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
Criminal Background Check
In accordance with the Minnesota State Academies Driver‘s License and Records Checks Policy #444, employees driving MSA vehicles (rented or owned) shall be required to conform to MSA‘s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.