Maintainer, Building Maintenance, Janitor

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.

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Professional growth and development opportunities

A healthy work/life balance to all employees

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.

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.

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.

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

See attached addendum.

• 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.

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

• 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.

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

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.

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.

AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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