Maintainer I Custodian

Bridgewater State University; Bridgewater (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Bridgewater State University is seeking a Maintainer I in Facilities Management for a full-time, 12-month AFSCME unit position. Schedule: Tuesday to Saturday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., with Sundays and Mondays off, on BSU Campus Wide.

Employment is contingent on background check and pre-employment physical, with a bi-weekly salary of $1,740.88. This essential role supports a diverse campus community. Join a welcoming team dedicated to maintaining clean, safe facilities and collaborating across

Qualifications

• Commitment to customer service excellence, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Experience working with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Passion for social justice, racial justice and civic engagement.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safe.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn proper cleaning techniques and equipment usage.
• Physical stamina, ability to lift and carry heavy objects, and shovel snow.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact tactfully with students, faculty, and staff.
• Current and valid Drivers License.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a welcoming environment for individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Perform detailed custodial maintenance of academic, residential, administrative, research, athletic, dining, and campus facilities.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and showers.
• Sweep walkways, vacuum, shampoo carpets, scrub, wax, and buff floors.
• Polish furniture and woodwork.
• Move and reset furniture in residential and academic buildings.
• Remove trash, including broken furniture and materials.
• Conduct indoor/outdoor maintenance tasks, including snow removal.
• Participate in large-scale cleaning and maintenance projects.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to support university operations when needed.

Skills

Customer service excellence

Diversity & inclusion

Interpersonal skills

Follow instructions

Physical stamina

Driver's license

Job description

Bridgewater State University is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for a diverse community of students, faculty, and staff. The Department of Facilities Management plays a crucial role in maintaining a clean and safe campus that enhances teaching, learning, and living experiences. This opportunity fosters a welcoming and inclusive environment, working with diverse students, faculty, and staff. Maintainer I\'s are responsible for all aspects of cleaning and general building maintenance. Full-time, 12 Month, AFSCME unit position and is subject to the terms of that union agreement. *Tuesday to Saturday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Sunday and Monday as days off) Location BSU Campus Wide. This is an essential position. *Initial assignment only. Subject to change according to institutional needs. *Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is contingent upon completion of a successful background check. Salary: $1,740.88 bi-weekly (Grade 10 - Step 1)

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain a welcoming environment for individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Perform detailed custodial maintenance of academic, residential, administrative, research, athletic, dining, and campus facilities.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms and showers.
• Sweep walkways, vacuum, shampoo carpets, scrub, wax, and buff floors.
• Polish furniture and woodwork.
• Move and reset furniture in residential and academic buildings.
• Remove trash, including broken furniture and materials.
• Conduct indoor/outdoor maintenance tasks, including snow removal.
• Participate in large-scale cleaning and maintenance projects.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues to support university operations when needed.

Required Qualifications

• Commitment to customer service excellence, equity, diversity, and inclusion.
• Experience working with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Passion for social justice, racial justice and civic engagement.
• Ability to follow instructions and work safe.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn proper cleaning techniques and equipment usage.
• Physical stamina, ability to lift and carry heavy objects, and shovel snow.
• Ability to stand for prolonged periods.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact tactfully with students, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to learn or knowledge of basic computer skills.Current and valid Drivers License.

Special Conditions for Eligibility

• Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.
• Recommended candidates must pass a pre-employment physical.
• Candidates must complete the application with:
• Minimum of one (1) employment history entry
• Minimum of three professional reference entries Optional: Resume and Cover Letter

Posting Number: S01351P