Facilities Maintenance Worker CL2 (Grounds)

University of Southern Maine; Gorham (ME); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading university in Maine is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Worker CL2 (Grounds) to join their team. This role involves maintaining campus grounds and facilities, operating equipment, and ensuring cleanliness. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, including a tuition waiver program. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and some grounds-related experience. Flexible hours may be available.

Benefits

Health, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Short- and long-term disability insurance

Tuition waiver program

403(b)-retirement plan with employer contribution

13 paid holidays

Earned vacation and sick time

Qualifications

• One year of grounds-related work experience required.
• Must be capable of lifting and carrying equipment up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Maintains facilities and grounds.
• Operates and maintains a variety of vehicles, equipment, and tools.

Skills

Communication

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Grounds-related equipment

Job description

Facilities Maintenance Worker CL2 (Grounds)

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University of Southern Maine provided pay range

This range is provided by University of Southern Maine. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$17.37/hr - $17.37/hr

Are you currently looking for reliable year-round employment in the Grounds/Landscaping field? The University of Southern Maine is looking for motivated individuals to join our Grounds team!

This position is core to USM's ability to deliver an exceptional and affordable educational experience to students in Maine and across the country; AND an opportunity for you to advance your education with our tuition waiver program!

Facilities Maintenance Workers in the Grounds department are responsible for performing manual work necessary to maintain cleanliness, orderliness, appearance and sanitation of University campus grounds, roads, walks and buildings.

Responsibilities

• Maintains facilities and grounds.
• Mowing; weed removal; trimming trees; picking-up litter.
• Shoveling; snow blowing; snow removal.
• Operates and maintains a variety of vehicles, equipment and tools.
• Works effectively and cooperatively with members of the Facilities Management team, University administration, the campus community, and external clients and customers.
• Other duties as reasonably assigned.
  
  

Work Schedule & Location: This position will be primarily based on the Portland campus. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00am - 3:00pm, and we will consider flexible hours in addition to full and part-time employment. This is an essential position with the expectation that employees report to work on snow/storm days and other days when campus is closed.

Pay and Benefits: Pay is $17.37 per hour and USM offers a highly competitive benefits package that includes 13 paid holidays; earned vacation and sick time; health, dental and vision insurance; life insurance; short- and long-term disability insurance; a tuition waiver program for employees and their spouse and/or eligible dependents; a 403(b)-retirement plan with employer contribution; and more.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Maine Driver's License with the ability to operate University vehicles per the University of Maine System Administrative Practice Letter
• High school diploma or equivalent AND sufficient experience, including one year of grounds-related work experience.
• Proven ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision
• With or without reasonable accommodation, must be capable of lifting and carrying equipment and materials up to 50 pounds frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects; and must be capable of standing for long periods of time and flexible enough for bending and reaching
  
  

Preferred

• Experience operating grounds-related equipment
  
  

We are dedicated to our Service Promise, Student Focused Every Day, and seek a team member who embraces this commitment and upholds our core values of Respect & Care, Integrity, Equity, and Responsiveness.

The University of Southern Maine fosters a welcoming and supportive campus environment that respects and appreciates diverse perspectives, enhancing teaching, learning, personal growth, and overall institutional achievement. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds who share our dedication to academic excellence and the enrichment of our community.

To apply, click on 'Apply Now' below or visit the USM Careers Page and complete an application.

Finalist candidates will be asked to provide references.

Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and the position will remain posted until filled.

We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support.

Appropriate background screening, including a driving history check, will be conducted for the successful candidate.

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. View the University's Annual Security Report (PDF). If you wish to have a paper copy of the ASR or need to have a copy of the ASR in an accessible format, the University will provide such a copy upon request. Please email or call 207.780.4035.

EEO Statement

The University of Southern Maine is an EEO/AA employer and is committed to nondiscrimination. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207-581-1226. TTY 711 (Maine Relay System)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

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  Part-time

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