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The University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) is seeking a dedicated and reliable individual to join our Facilities Management team as a Facilities Maintenance Worker, CL1 (Custodial). This vital role is responsible for maintaining a clean, sanitary, and welcoming environment for our diverse campus community, encompassing students, faculty, staff, and visitors. As a key member of our team, you will contribute directly to the overall health, safety, and aesthetic appeal of our campus facilities.

Work Schedule: This is a full-time (40 hours per week), fiscal year position. A typical work schedule is Sunday through Thursday, 11:00 P.M. - 7:00 A.M. This is an essential position at the University of Maine at Farmington, in which winter hours are weather-dependent, and the employee will be required to report to work during inclement weather and administrative holidays.

Pay and Benefits: The rate of pay is $16.79 per hour (+$0.80 per hour shift differential for shifts the majority of which fall between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.) for a new hire or the appropriate transfer rate for a current employee within the Service & Maintenance (S&M) Teamsters Union Local #340 collective bargaining unit. In addition, the University will contribute up to a 4% matching contribution to the UMS retirement plan.

The University of Maine at Farmington offers a highly competitive benefits package (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1op4vjAf-7OfGptlPC6BtDTlFmEkAEpTI/view?usp=sharing) for eligible full-time employees and eligible part-time employees that includes, but is not limited to:

+ Paid holidays plus earned vacation and sick time

+ Health, dental, and vision insurance

+ Low-cost short-term disability insurance

+ Employer-paid long-term disability insurance

+ Employer-paid basic life and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)

+ Supplemental life insurance

+ Tuition waiver program for employees and eligible dependents

+ 403(b) or 457(b) retirement plans with employer contribution

Visit the University of Maine System (UMS) Employee Benefits Center (https://www.maine.edu/human-resources/benefits/) website to learn more!

Key Responsibilities - Responsibilities are a sample

Comprehensive Custodial Services:

+ Performs routine cleaning tasks, including but not limited to sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and disinfecting all assigned areas (classrooms, offices, restrooms, common areas, hallways, etc.).

+ Empties trash and recycling receptacles, ensuring proper disposal and adherence to campus waste management protocols.

+ Performs deep cleaning tasks, such as floor stripping and waxing, carpet shampooing, and upholstery cleaning, as scheduled.

Exterior Maintenance Support:

+ Assists with seasonal exterior maintenance tasks, including snow removal, ice control, and removing debris and litter.

Essential Employee Storm Coverage and Emergency Response:

+ Participates in essential employee storm coverage and snow and ice removal efforts, ensuring campus buildings and pathways remain safe and accessible during inclement weather.

Equipment and Supply Management:

+ Properly uses and maintains cleaning equipment and supplies, ensuring their safe and efficient operation.

+ Reports any equipment malfunctions or supply shortages to the supervisor.

Adherence to Standards and Procedures:

+ Performs all tasks in accordance with established university policies, procedures, and safety standards.

+ Maintains a professional demeanor and provides courteous service to all members of the campus community.

+ Follows all safety procedures and wears all required safety equipment.

Teamwork and Collaboration:

+ Works effectively as part of a team, collaborating with other facilities staff to ensure efficient and effective service delivery.

+ Communicates effectively with supervisors and colleagues.

Complete job description (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1kPI\_29crFJtG7QoPKtjFciAI52YxgFEL/view?usp=sharing)

Required Qualifications

+ High school diploma or equivalent.

+ Ability to operate and maintain cleaning equipment and supplies.

+ Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting, bending, and standing for extended periods.

+ Ability to work in various weather conditions, including cold and inclement weather.

+ Strong attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness.

+ Ability to follow instructions and work independently.

Preferred Qualifications

+ Previous custodial experience preferred, ideally in an institutional or commercial setting.

This can be a physically demanding position and typically requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical assessment is required.

With or without reasonable accommodation, must be capable of lifting and carrying equipment and materials up to 50 pounds frequently and/or exert 20 pounds of force to move objects, and capable of standing for extended periods of tim,e and flexible enough for bending and reaching. Lifting and exerting force of more than 50 pounds requires assistance by other employee(s) or mechanical assistance. Individual forces must never exceed 50 pounds.

To apply, click on the ‘Apply Now’ button below and complete the online application, and provide:

+ Highest level of education, including the name of the school, year of graduation, and contact information

+ Work Experience

+ Contact information of three (3) professional references

Important items to know about the recruitment process:

+ We are not able to consider applicants who require visa sponsorship.

+ Incomplete recruitment materials will not be considered.

+ If materials are received after the recruitment deadline, review will be at the discretion of the University.

+ The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screenings.

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, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226. TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

Clery Act

The 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: UMF Department of Public Safety / Campus Police, University of Maine at Farmington, 149 Quebec Street, Farmington, Maine 04938-1994, tel 207-778-7400.

About the University of Maine System

The 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 (https://www.maine.edu/strategic-plan/) 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 (https://visitmaine.com/plan-your-visit/relocating-to-maine) .