Building Maintenance Worker (Housekeeper) (Multiple Positions)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Montclair (NJ); On-site; USD 38,641 - 55,448; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Montclair State University is seeking a Building Maintenance Worker to keep campus facilities clean and well-maintained on the Montclair campus.

The role covers cleaning public areas, offices and classrooms, performing room set-ups and routine maintenance tasks, with potential for snow removal and on-site training. This is a Civil Service position with a 4-month working test period.

Qualifications

• Ability to speak, read, and understand English.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. and use a ladder.
• Ability to work any shift, overtime and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Clean campus facilities alone or in teams, and maintain public areas.
• Perform room set-ups, replace light bulbs and clean fixtures/restrooms.
• Sweep, mop, strip and wax floors; vacuum carpets; dust surfaces and vents.
• Collect and remove trash; transport recyclables.
• Clean desks, tables, chairs, offices and classrooms; remove graffiti.
• Assist with supply sorting, distribution and storage; keep closets stocked.
• Attend in-service training and support quality initiatives.

Skills

English proficiency

Lifting ability

Shift flexibility

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Job Description

Reporting to the Crew Supervisor and/or Assistant Housekeeping Supervisor, the Building Maintenance Worker is responsible for maintaining cleanliness of the Montclair State University facilities.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Clean campus facilities alone or in teams; clean public areas and meeting spaces.
• Perform room set-ups; replace light bulbs, clean light fixtures and restrooms.
• Sweep, mop, strip and wax, buff floors; vacuum and shampoo carpets.
• Collect and remove trash, bring trash to curb or receptacles, transfer recyclable materials.
• Dust all surface and vent, and clean inside window surfaces.
• Clean desks, tables, chairs, and remove graffiti.
• Clean offices, classrooms, and work areas.
• Perform snow removal as directed.
• Attend in-service training and participate in University quality and processing improvement initiatives.
• Assist with the sorting, distribution, transportation and storage of cleaning supplies.
• Keep janitorial closet stocked and clean; maintain housekeeping equipment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at anytime.

Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• Ability to speak, read, and understand English.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs. and use a ladder.
• Ability to work any shift, overtime and holidays in the performance of assigned responsibilities.

PREFERRED:

• A high school diploma or its equivalency.
• Housekeeping experience in a university, school or hospital setting.

*NOTE: This is a Civil Service position. As required by the State of New Jersey, in order to be certified to the position and attain permanent status in title, candidates are required to successfully serve a 4-Month Working Test Period.

This position is designated as essential. The designation of essential requires employees at these 24/7 facilities to be present due to inclement weather situations. This position requires on campus work and is not a position that allows remote work.

Salary Range

S09: $38,640.95 - $55,447.65 *NOTE: Salaries for internal candidates are determined by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission’s formula. Salaries for external candidates are determined up to step four, $43,682.96.

$18.58-$26.66 Hourly

The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance.

Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer.

Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is within a CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.

Department

Housekeeping Services/Acad. 4

Position Type

Services

Inclusion Statement

Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.

EEO/AA Statement

Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.

Additional information can be found on the website at www.montclair.edu/human-resources/about-us/eo-aa-and-diversity/

Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy

Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities. The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/job-seekers/