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Maintainer - Dining Services

Job in Westfield, Hampden County, Massachusetts, 01085, USA
Listing for: The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-07-19
Job specializations:
  • Maintenance/Cleaning
    Cleaning Services, Janitor, Facility Maintenance, Maintenance Worker
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 38474 - 52052 USD Yearly USD 38474.00 52052.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Maintainer I - Dining Services

Maintainer I
- Dining Services

Campus

Title:

Maintainer I
- Dining Services
State

Job Title:

Maintainer I
Department:
Dining Services
Job Code: H10 X01
FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt
Funding:
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME
Job Type: Full-time Permanent
Timeframe: 35 Weeks

Shift: Sun-Mon-Thurs-Fri-Sat 3:30pm to 11:30pm
Regular Days Off:
Tuesday and Wednesday
Supervision Received:
Receives direct supervision from Maintainer III, assistant managers of dining services, or other supervisory employees who assign work and review performance for compliance with instructions and established standards.
Supervision Exercised:
None
Salary: $1,740.88 Bi-Weekly

Working Conditions:

Maintainers stand and walk for prolonged periods of time; lift and carry heavy objects; work outdoors in all types of weather; work varied shifts, weekends, holidays or nights; are exposed to the hazard of wet, slippery floors; work under exposure to the hazards to chemicals, toxic and noxious fumes, dust, excessive heat, high noise levels, high volume traffic conditions and high voltage wires;

work from ladders and scaffolds; and may be required to climb trees and operate motor vehicles.

General Statement of Duties

Performs general custodial duties in connection with the cleaning and maintenance of a building or an assigned area within a building. Works as a member of a team cleaning custodial program which includes housekeeping, cleaning, moving furniture and trash removal in the dining commons. Performs related work as required.

Duties and Responsibilities

Essential:

  • Removes trash, recyclables and waste from assigned areas and places them at designated site to ensure clean and sanitary conditions and the proper handling of recyclable materials.
  • Washes trash recycling and waste receptacles by scrubbing containers and rinsing with hose to provide sanitary conditions and minimize pest infestation.
  • Cleans and restocks bathrooms and lavatories by cleaning and disinfecting toilets, sinks, showers, stall partitions and floor areas to ensure clean, sanitary and disinfected facilities.
  • Maintains walls, ceilings, doors and horizontal surfaces by dusting and washing with detergent solutions to provide a clean, sanitary and attractive facility.
  • Maintains furniture by dusting, washing with detergent solution and polishing to provide a clean and attractive facility.
  • Cleans interior and exterior glass and mirrors by washing with glass cleaning solution to provide a clean and attractive facility.
  • Maintains carpeted areas by vacuuming and cleaning to prolong life of carpet and maintain a clean and attractive facility.
  • Maintains hard floor surfaces by sweeping, mopping, stripping and waxing to prolong life of floor surfaces and maintain a clean and attractive facility.
  • Assists in keeping exterior areas immediately adjacent to buildings clean by sweeping, removing trash, and removing snow and ice to maintain safe and attractive entrances to our facilities.
  • Moves and arranges furniture per specific room plans and to accommodate needs.
  • Performs simple general repairs by replacing belts, tightening screws and cleaning the equipment in order to keep all machinery and equipment in good working condition.
  • Replaces light bulbs or fluorescent tubes to maintain a safe and well-lit environment.
  • Provides basic security functions by locking doors and windows, and reports any incidents that detract from providing a clean, safe, and attractive facility.
  • Supervises student employees assigned to the custodial section of the department. Ability to locate weaknesses in cleanliness, such as dirt and stains, in assigned area; ability to take corrective action.
  • Locates weaknesses in cleanliness, such as dirt and stains, in assigned area; takes corrective action.
Job Requirements Qualifications Required at Hire
  • Ability to understand and apply the laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, specifications, standards and guidelines governing assigned dining services activities.
  • Ability to understand and execute oral and written instructions.
  • Mechanical aptitude (ability to use simple hand and power cleaning equipment).
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
  • Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships.
  • Ability to deal tactfully with others.
  • Ability to stand or walk for prolonged periods of time.
  • Physical stamina and endurance.
  • Manual dexterity (ability to perform repetitive tasks requiring continuous use of hands and arms).
  • Ability to lift and carry heavy objects.
  • Ability to climb and work on elevated platforms, including ladders and scaffolds.
Qualifications Acquired on the Job
  • Knowledge of departmental, university, and state rules, regulations, policies, procedures, and guidelines relating to area of assignment and ability to apply them to unit activities.
  • Ability to operate and care for department equipment, including vacuum cleaners, floor machines, extractors and pressure washers.
  • Ability to prepare and apply cleaning solutions safely and efficiently in accordance with department standards.
  • Thorough knowledge…
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