Facilities Attendant I

Lake Superior State University; Sault Ste. Marie (MI); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Superior State University is seeking a Facilities Attendant I to perform daily cleaning operations and support event setup in university facilities. The role includes routine inspections, minor repairs, recycling duties, and reporting maintenance needs to the Physical Plant office.

Strong reliability, confidentiality, and the ability to work variable shifts are required. The position requires a high school diploma and at least two years of custodial experience, plus a valid Michigan

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of custodial or housekeeping facility experience.
• Must possess or obtain a valid Michigan Driver’s License.
• Ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 80 lbs and work variable shifts, weekends, and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily routine cleaning operations and project cleaning in assigned areas.
• Set up and tear down equipment and fixtures for conferences, athletic events and other special events.
• Inspect buildings and perform routine minor repairs to buildings, equipment, fixtures, and furniture.
• Perform daily recycling collection and report maintenance needs to the Physical Plant office.
• Maintain good relations with the public and staff; protect confidentiality and present a neat appearance.
• Operate and maintain custodial equipment safely and efficiently; follow chemical handling procedures.
• Coordinate with the Physical Plant Director and Supervisors on assigned duties and schedules.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Title: Facilities Attendant I

VP Area: Finance & Operations

Department: Facilities Management

Published Salary Range: $18.69

Job Summary/Basic Function:

To perform daily routine cleaning operations and project cleaning in assigned areas of responsibility. To provide the necessary operational requirements for the set-up and take-down of equipment and fixtures for conferences, athletic events and other special events. To perform building inspections and do routine minor repairs to the building, equipment, fixtures, and furniture. To perform daily recycling pick up. Report all needed corrective maintenance to the Physical Plan office.

To inform the Physical Plant Directors and Managers on the immediate condition of all assigned areas and make good practice of the following:

• 1. Performing all duties as assigned by the Physical Plant Director and Supervisors.
• 2. Maintaining good relations with the public and staff.
• 3. Being trustworthy and practicing confidentiality.
• 4. Keeping ones appearance neat and well groomed.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Uses the proper hand tools related to the cleaning, minor maintenance and repair, and upkeep of the buildings and grounds in a safe and efficient manner to include but not limited to screwdrivers, pipe wrenches, pliers, drills, shovels, rakes, lawn mowers, etc.
• Performs all safe work practices following prescribed chemical and equipment operation, storage and handling processes and procedures for protection of self, personnel, and public.
• Follows prescribed work schedule and performs designated daily, weekly and project cleaning processes and procedures in all assigned areas.
• Operates and provides for the maintenance and upkeep of all assigned custodial equipment with minimal supervision to include but not limited to vacuum cleaner, Roto, automatic floor machine, carpet extractor (belts, cords, brushes, switches, wheels, hoses, handles, screws, nuts, bolts, etc.).
• Requisitions for needed equipment, supplies and repair parts necessary for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and security of the building and grounds at all times.
• Performs all assigned operational requirements for the preparation, operation, and clean-up of student, faculty, staff, and community activities, conferences, and hotel accommodations, special athletic and academic events.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Michigan Driver’s License, a telephone and have the ability to work variable shifts, weekends, and overtime as required. Must have an excellent working knowledge of facility cleaning processes, heavy and light cleaning equipment operation and repair, and safe working practices for chemicals and equipment. Must have a good working knowledge of and have the ability to perform minor building and equipment repairs, and grounds care processes with a willingness to obtain additional knowledge.
• Must have the ability to work well on his/her own; ability to be trustworthy and maintain confidentiality; ability to read and follow written and oral directions, and to plan and work well independently or in large groups.
• Available to work variable shifts, weekends, and overtime as required. Possess excellent working knowledge of facility cleaning processes, heavy and light cleaning equipment operation and repair, and safe working practices for chemicals and equipment. Have a good working knowledge of and have the ability to perform minor building and equipment repairs, with a willingness to obtain additional knowledge. Ability to work well independently and/or in large groups. Able to follow written and oral directions.
• Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Michigan Driver’s License, a telephone and have the ability to work variable shifts, weekends, and overtime as required. Must have an excellent working knowledge of facility cleaning processes, heavy and light cleaning equipment operation and repair, and safe working practices for chemicals and equipment. Must have a good working knowledge of and have the ability to perform minor building and equipment repairs, with a willingness to obtain additional knowledge.
• Must have the ability to work well on his/her own; ability to be trustworthy and maintain confidentiality; ability to read and follow written and oral directions, and to plan and work well independently or in large groups.

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school with a minimum of two (2) years’ experience in the maintenance and upkeep of facilities related to custodial or housekeeping operations and building maintenance.

Must possess or have the ability to obtain a valid Michigan Driver’s License, a telephone and have the ability to work variable shifts, weekends, and overtime as required. Must have an excellent working knowledge of facility cleaning processes, heavy and light cleaning equipment operation and repair, and safe working practices for chemicals and equipment. Must have a good working knowledge of and have the ability to perform minor building and equipment repairs with a willingness to obtain additional knowledge.

Must have adequate health and physical condition to handle heavy manual tasks, ability to hear the conversational voice, or with a hearing aid as required; ability to speak and to be understood under normal circumstances; full use of arms, hands, legs and feet or sufficient use of all limbs to accomplish assigned tasks; ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 80 lbs. and the ability to climb ladders.

Must have the ability to work well no his/her own; ability to be trustworthy and maintain confidentiality; ability to read and follow written and oral directions, and to plan and work well independently or in large groups.

The above statement reflects the general duties considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job identified, and shall not be construed as a detailed description for to all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under his/her supervision.

Physical Demands

Must have adequate health and physical condition to handle heavy manual tasks, ability to hear the conversational voice, or with a hearing aide as required; ability to speak and to be understood, under normal circumstances; full use of arms, hands, legs and feet or sufficient use of all limbs to accomplish assigned tasks; ability to lift and carry items weighing up to 80 lbs and the ability to climb ladders.