General Maintenance Worker

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Working Title:

General Maintenance Worker

Institution:

Ridgewater College

Classification Title:

General Maintenance Wrkr

Bargaining Unit / Union:

203: AFSCME - Service

City:

Hutchinson

FLSA:

Non Job Exempt

Full Time / Part Time:

Full time

Employment Condition:

Classified - Unlimited

Salary Range:

$20.21 - $28.79

Job Description

Perform general cleaning and maintenance of the facility to create a pleasant and safe environment for learning. To preserve the condition of the buildings and equipment. To set up and tear down functions for college and community events and to assist all areas and departments for special college events.

Wage: $20.21-$25.05/ per hour

RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESULTS

To clean and maintain a specific area so that activities can be conducted in a sanitary, functional environment. Operate, maintain, and make minor repairs on vacuums, auto scrubbers, roto, extractors, and other mechanical equipment so that cleaning and maintenance responsibilities are performed timely and efficiently. To make minor repairs in specific areas, ex. Toilets, urinals, locks, tables, and seating. Set up needed equipment and furnishings so that scheduled activities can be conducted. Secure buildings for closing/opening To clean sidewalks and entrances if needed so that orderly appearances and accessibility are ensured, and to keep the grounds functional and safe. Perform any other duties as assigned by the Building Maintenance Supervisor to maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable partner for our community to learn in.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of different types of flooring sufficient to determine proper methods of maintenance.

• Knowledge of chemical cleaning agents sufficient to appropriately select the agent(s), handle and apply, and dispose of safely.

• Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in maintenance sufficient to operate safely, demonstrate effectively and make minor repairs or direct repairs.

• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions and keep simple records.

• Ability to maintain physical health and endurance sufficient to perform work functions.

• Ability to perform assigned tasks with limited work direction.

• Valid MN Driver’s License

Preferred Qualification 

• Thorough knowledge of building custodial practices and procedures and equipment, materials, and supplies.

• Special Class C Boilers License or higher or the ability to obtain one.

• Ability to write reports.

• Some knowledge of building utilities maintenance and repair.

Other Requirements

In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Monday-Friday: 6:00AM-2:30PM

Telework (Yes/No)

No

About

Institution Information

MISSION: Ridgewater College empowers diverse learners to reach their full potential and enrich their lives through personalized and relevant education in an accessible, supportive, and inclusive environment.

VISION: Ridgewater College is a student-centered educational leader focused on innovation, excellence and affordability.

GUIDING PRINCIPLES:

• Enterprising - We are future-focused, and change-oriented, developing creative solutions to challenges that maximize our institutional, system and local resources.
• Empowerment – We develop and empower employees to make decisions to best serve students and stakeholders.
• Excellence – We strive to exceed expectations in all that we do.
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion – We seek to understand and appreciate the needs and experiences of every individual and actively work to provide genuine opportunities for everyone to succeed and