Maintainer (37.5 Hour)

State of Connecticut - Western CT State Univ; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Connecticut State University in Danbury, CT seeks ten full-time Maintainer positions within the Facilities - Custodial Services to provide custodial services for both campuses. Shifts include three second shift Sun-Thu 4:00pm–12:00am, five second shift Tue-Sat 4:00pm–12:00am, and two third shifts Tue-Sat 11:00pm–7:00am or Sun-Thu 11:00pm–7:00am.

A valid driver's license and pre-employment screenings are required.

Qualifications

• Experience and training to provide custodial services and maintenance duties.
• Ability to operate, care for and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment used daily.
• Record keeping and adherence to policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide custodial services for classrooms, bathrooms and common areas.
• Trash and snow removal; general maintenance tasks.
• Support safety and cleanliness across both campuses in Danbury, CT.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Follow instructions

Policies & procedures

Maintenance on tools

Record keeping

Tools

Truck operation (<5 tons)

Job description

Introduction

Western Connecticut State University (WCSU), a constituent unit of the Board of Regents for Higher Education/Connecticut State Colleges and Universities, is a public institution committed to academic excellence. WCSU offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs that blend liberal arts education with professional preparation and promote a strong foundation for lifelong learning. WCSU is seeking ten (10) full-time Maintainer positions to join The Facilities Custodial Department to provide custodial services for both campuses located in Danbury, CT.� These positions play a key role in maintaining the beauty, safety, and functionality of our campus grounds.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU:

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Professional growth and development opportunities

A healthy work/life balance to all employees�

POSITIONS REQUIRMENTS:

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Shifts and Positions:

• Three (3) second shift positions that will work Sunday - Thursday (4:00pm - 12:00am)
• Five (5) second shift positions that will work Tuesday - Saturday (4:00pm - 12:00am)
• Two (2) third shift positions that will work Tuesday - Saturday 11:00pm - 7:00am OR Sunday - Thursday 11:00pm - 7:00am

Eligible candidates in this class must possess and retain a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's license.

A medical exam, drug screen, and criminal background check will be required prior to offer of employment.

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT:

The Facilities - Custodial Services Department is responsible for providing custodial services for both campuses of the University. These custodial duties include cleaning of classrooms, bathrooms, and common areas, as well as trash and snow removal and other general maintenance duties.

ABOUT THE ROLE:

The role of a maintainer at Western Connecticut State University includes a wide range of tasks to ensure the smooth operation and maintenance of the campus facilities. The candidates selected for these positions will be tasked with various duties, including but not limited to snow removal during winter months to ensure safe passage for students, faculty, and visitors on the Midtown and Westside campuses of Western Connecticut State University located in Danbury, CT.� These Maintainer roles are integral to the university's commitment to providing a safe and functional academic environment. Candidates must be prepared to work in various conditions.

PURPOSE OF JOB CLASS (NATURE OF WORK)

• Building and equipment maintenance (operational and remedial);
• Grounds care;
• Food services;
• Operation of trucks of less than five (5) ton capacity;
• Parking garage.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

See attached addendum.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• interpersonal skills;
• oral and written communication skills;
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions;
• learn policies and procedures;
• operate, care for and perform minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work;
• record keep.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any experience and training which provide the knowledge, skills and abilities listed above.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior custodial experience.
• Commercial/industrial cleaning experience.
• Experience working in a large facility/multiple buildings.
• Experience operating, caring for & performing minor maintenance on tools and equipment used in daily work.
• Experience performing simple record keeping.
• Proven experience installing bulletin boards, pictures, shelving, as well as move furniture.
• Experience with snow removal.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class may be required by the appointing authority to possess and retain appropriate current licenses, permits and/or certifications.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Incumbents in this class must have adequate physical strength, stamina, physical agility, visual and auditory acuity, and must maintain such physical fitness as to be able to perform the duties of the class. A physical examination may be required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Incumbents in this class may be required to lift moderate to heavy weights and may be exposed to extreme weather conditions and risk of injury from equipment and assaultive and/or abusive patients and/or clients. Incumbents in this class may be required to complete an asbestos removal program consistent with EPA guidelines for operations and maintenance during employment in this class. Incumbents may be required to use protective equipment such as respirators and safety goggles.

Conclusion

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

As defined by Sec. 5-196 of the Connecticut General Statutes, a job class is a position or group of positions that share general characteristics and are categorized under a single title for administrative purposes. As such, a job class is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task and/or responsibility.