General Maintenance Worker

General Maintenance Worker

The purpose of this position is to provide a clean and safe learning and working environment for St. Cloud State University. This position is considered essential during natural and man-made disasters and during inclement weather. The employee will report for duty as directed by their supervisor and is subject to recall during these types of events.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of different types of flooring/floor coverings sufficient to determine proper methods of maintenance and appropriate cleaning methods.
• Chemical cleaning agents such as ammonia, bleach, scouring agents, and soaps; how to select the agent(s), handle and apply, and dispose of them safely.
• Methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance sufficient to use effectively, operate safely, and make minor repairs.

Ability to:

• Follow simple oral and written instructions, and communicate using cell phone and email.
• Perform assigned tasks with limited work direction and supervision, and keep simple records.
• Physical health and endurance sufficient to perform work functions such as lifting and carrying at least 40 pounds (occasionally overhead), and work in inclement weather.

Preferred Qualification

• Good work habits and self-motivation.
• Ability to organize work and manage time.
• Working knowledge of circuit breaker boxes and fire alarm systems.

Other Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 pounds, shovel/scrape ice and snow, repetitive bending and twisting, kneeling, sweeping, and mopping, work in enclosed areas, be able to go up and down stairs, move furniture, reach overhead, work in buildings after ventilation system is shut off, and stand for long periods of time.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday - Friday 3:00pm-11:30pm