Building Services Assistant

Under general supervision, performs a variety of custodial and general maintenance duties associated with the cleaning and maintenance of school buildings, grounds, and equipment. Work is performed with considerable independent judgment. Supervision received is general in nature using established procedures and general objectives. Works closely with other professionals in a team approach.

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs.

We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC c.edu.

• Performs general custodial duties in assigned areas including restroom cleaning, sweeping, mopping, floor scrubbing and waxing, vacuuming, cleaning stairways, halls, classrooms and other areas.
• Participates in overall grounds maintenance including: landscaping, mulching, tree trimming, maintains all indoor and outdoor trash and recycling receptacles, and other related tasks.
• Operates equipment to clean and renovate floor surfaces.
• Replaces light bulbs and fluorescent tubes
• Assists with unloading, loading, delivery, and/or moving of furniture, supplies, and miscellaneous equipment, complete set up of rooms for special events.
• Drives utility vehicles to complete duties.
• Operates lawn mowers to cut grass and uses mechanical hand tools to trim shrubbery and weed garden areas.
• Assists in the maintenance including minor repair to doors, windows, outside equipment, lights, faucets, drains, traps, filters, shades, desks, chairs, and other needed equipment
• Assists in the maintenance and minor repair of motors, valves, fans, pumps, and related equipment.
• Stocks and maintains janitorial supplies.
• Attends in-service training, workshops and other educational activities as required or assigned.
• Performs other related duties as required for the efficient operations of the division.
• Knowledge of proper use PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in various daily assignments.
• Operate snow removal equipment: snow plows, bobcats, snow blowers, shovels, salt spreaders, etc.
• Performs other related duties within the scope of the position as required for the efficient operation of the division and to support institutional objectives.

High school diploma or G.E.D and two (2) years of experience in performing general custodial duties and minor building maintenance.

Valid driver’s license

include cultivating innovation, optimizing work processes, ensuring accountability, collaborating effectively, demonstrating interpersonal savvy, communicating effectively, instilling trust, maintaining a customer focus, being action-oriented, valuing differences, investing in self-development, and showing compassion.

Qualified candidates will possess proficiency in tool usage, maintenance, and machinery care, a working knowledge of custodial and maintenance methods, materials, and equipment, the ability to follow oral and written instructions, work independently, record duties performed, handle physical tasks including snow shoveling, communicate effectively, collaborate with diverse populations, and thrive with minimal supervision.

This position supports the Department of Facilities Services and is available to start as…