Facilities Maintenance Worker CL1 -3rd shift - Sunday - Thursday

University of Maine; Farmington (ME); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Health, dental and vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k)/403(b) retirement plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

The University of Maine at Farmington is seeking motivated, dependable team members for full-time Facilities Maintenance Workers CL1 in our Facilities Department. The role requires working Sunday through Thursday, 11 p.m.

to 7 a.m., with a pay rate of $18.33 per hour plus a $1.00 night shift differential. We offer extensive benefits including tuition waiver for employees and dependents, comprehensive health/dental/vision insurance, disability and life insurance, a 403(b) retirement plan, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Excellent customer service skills and attention to detail.
• Effective communication skills are essential.
• Ability to work independently and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to follow safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials up to 50 pounds frequently and stand for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and disinfects various areas on campus including restrooms, breakrooms, common areas, and classrooms.
• Assists with event set-ups and take-downs.
• Assists with trash collection and disposal.
• Unlocks and secures buildings.
• Reports maintenance issues and equipment failures as appropriate.
• Provides recommendations for corrective action in areas needing improvement.
• Responds to customer concerns with efficiency and respect.
• Works cooperatively with Facilities Management team and campus community.

Skills

Effective communication

Customer service

Independent worker

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Are you interested in a career at the University of Maine at Farmington with exceptional benefits, including free tuition and career advancement opportunities? Then check out this job opportunity!

The University of Maine at Farmington is seeking motivated, dependable team members committed to providing a clean, healthy environment on our campuses. We are currently accepting applications for full-time (40 hours per week) Facilities Maintenance Workers CL1 in our Facilities Department.

Work Schedule

Sunday through Thursday, 11 p.m. - 7 a.m.

Pay and Benefits

Pay is $18.33 per hour (+$1.00 per hour shift differential for shifts the majority of which fall between the hours of 5:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.). The University of Maine at Farmington offers highly competitive benefits for full-time employees that include (but is not limited to):

• 13 paid holidays plus earned vacation time and sick time.
• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Low-cost short-term disability insurance and employer-paid long-term disability insurance.
• Employer-paid basic life insurance and supplemental life insurance.
• A tuition waiver program for employees and their spouse or dependent child(ren).
• A 403(b)-retirement plan with employer contribution.

For more information about benefits, please review the Benefits Information Summary.

This is an essential position with the expectation that incumbents report to work on snow/storm days and other days when the campus is closed.

Responsibilities

• Cleans and disinfects various areas on campus, including but not limited to restrooms, breakrooms, common areas, and classrooms.
• Assists with event set-ups and take-downs.
• Assists with trash collection and disposal.
• Unlocks and secures buildings.
• Reports maintenance issues and equipment failures as appropriate.
• Provides recommendations for corrective action in areas needing improvement.
• Responds to customer concerns with efficiency and respect.
• Works effectively and cooperatively with members of the Facilities Management team, University administration, the campus community, and external clients and customers.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
• Effective communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to follow safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials up to 50 pounds frequently and/or exert 20 pounds of force to move objects; and must be capable of standing for extended periods of time and flexible enough for bending and reaching.

With a supportive management structure and shared commitment to each other’s success, we value the personal and professional growth of our employees. Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness are the core values of UMF, and we are committed to building a culturally diverse team of leaders, faculty, and staff. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community.

Important items to know about the recruitment process:

• Candidates need to apply no later than 4:30 pm EST on Monday, November 16, 2026
• 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 and physicals, as applicable.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, you are encouraged to contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

The University of Maine at Farmington employees are Mandatory Reporters with the exception of UMF’s licensed, clinical medical providers (including athletic trainers), and mental health providers and their clinical interns when working in their capacity as providers.

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 [phone].