General Maintenance Worker Minnesota State University Moorhead

To provide efficient and quality services on the MSUM campus in the Residence Halls so that students, staff, and building users are in a clean and safe environment.Responsibilities:1. Clean all restrooms so they are maintained in a sanitary and hygienic condition.Clean and disinfect sinks, toilets, urinals, counters, showers, and bathtubs. Clean mirrors.Refill toilet paper, sanitary receptacle bags, paper towels (if applicable), and soap.Empty and clean trash and sanitary receptacles.Clean vents, walls, hand dryers, soap dispensers, and partitions.Scrub, mop, and disinfect floors. Water levels in floor drains maintained to prevent sewer gas.Showers pressure washed to maintain appearance weekly.2. Clean kitchens, laundry rooms, entrances, hallways, lobbies, stairwells, garbage rooms, elevators, lounges, study rooms, multi-purpose rooms, recreation areas, computer labs, and offices.KitchensClean stoves, ovens, microwaves, sinks, counters, tables, vent hoods, and walls.Refill soap and paper towels as needed. Empty trash, sweep and mop.Laundry RoomsClean washing machines, dryers, sink tubs, and tables.Empty trash, sweep, and mop.Entrances, hallways, and lobbies Dust mop, sweep, and mop hallways, entrances, and lobbies. Use auto-scrubber when needed. Clean window glass, door glass, doors, door hardware, windowsills, and heat registers.StairwellsSweep and mop stairs. Clean handrails, walls, and floor ledges.Garbage roomsEmpty trash, recycling, and cardboard. Wipe walls, sweep, and mop.Clean out trash and recycling receptacles as needed.ElevatorsWipe walls, disinfect buttons and hand railings, vacuum or sweep and mop.Lounges, study rooms, multi-purpose rooms, recreation areas, offices, and computer labsClean tables, chairs, furniture, whiteboards, heat registers, window glass, door glass, and doors.Empty trash, vacuum, or sweep and mop.3. Perform other related GMW duties as assigned.Check e-mail, coverage schedule, and work orders daily.Maintain inventory and supplies.Clean, shovel, and de-ice all building entries in work areas as needed or directed. This may also include stairs and around recycling and trash dumpsters. Record work performed on the Entrance Log Sheet each time work is done. Logs submitted yearly to supervisor.Assist in covering other areas as determined by your supervisor.Perform special related tasks as assigned. 4. Perform special tasks, extra cleaning during summer, and breaks during the school year so that sanitary conditions will be maintained.Shampoo all carpets and scrub and finish floors.Deep clean assigned work areas and other areas as assigned by your supervisor.Clean screens, blinds, vents, and light covers are cleaned.Shower curtains are cleaned or changed out for new ones.Repairs are written down or put in on Star Rez for the General Repair Workers or other trades.Outside windows and door glass are cleaned.Arrange room furniture.5. To detect equipment/light faults and breakdowns. Repair or report them to the proper authority.To ensure the areas in which you work operates efficiently.Check equipment daily to determine if maintenance is needed. Repair if possible. If not, inform your supervisor.Report to supervisory any hazardous conditions.Replace light bulbs as needed.6. Adhere to all safety regulations defined by the City, State, Federal, University codes.Maintain security as needed.Maintain safety and environmental rules and regulations.To read and understand Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).Maintain OSHA standards as required and be able to locate the MSDS sheets.To complete yearly safety training and other training as assigned.Ensure the buildings and areas in which you work operate efficiently.Report to supervisor any hazardous conditions.7. This position is ESSENTIAL as determined by management of MSUM during weather and other emergency periods as declared by the Commissioner of Employee Relations of the University President. The following responsibilities do not lend themselves to any percent of time breakdown. These are behavioral responsibilities that all staff are expected to exhibit 100% of the time and are not added to the total percent of time for other responsibilities.Report for duty at designated time.Minimal use of sick time and only for legitimate reasons.Identify weaknesses or shortcomings in written procedures and bring to supervisor?s attention.Seek ways to improve or streamline operating methods.Utilize automated technology sufficient to fulfill assigned tasks so that the use of computerized equipment that is provided can be maximized and job assignments can be completed efficiently.Be sensitive in my dealings with other personnel, visitors, and students so that all are treated in a respectful, professional, and humane manner.Perform duties and responsibilities in a way that does not antagonize others.Be respectful of the rights, responsibilities, and duties of others and of the human rights of all racial, ethnic, and religious groups.Maintain professional level of conduct and interaction with other staff so that staff dissension is minimized.Maintain control and composure during difficult and stressful situations to instill a calming effect on others.Maintain a professional distance in relationships with students and their families.Act in a professional manner and set a good example both on and off the job to reflect positively on the institution.Present a professional image in the conduct of duties.Participate actively in training assignments to fulfill the standards required by the institution.Be current on philosophies, objectives, and policies of the institution. Maintain personal appearance, habits, and hygiene at a level that does not present a poor image of the institution and does not interfere, hinder, or antagonize co-workers, staff, or students.Handle all information regarding students and staff in compliance with the Code of Conduct and regulations to ensure that confidential, private, and public data is handled appropriately.An employee shall not use or allow the use of state time, supplies of state owned or leased property and equipment for the employee?s private interest or any other use not in the interest of the state except as provided by law.Salary Range:$18.57 - $25.05 hourlyMinimum Qualifications:Human relationship skills to interact with daily contact with students, staff, and faculty.Ability to pass a background check in accordance with the Kari Koskenin Background Check Act.Follow oral and written instructions.Perform assigned tasks with limited work direction.Ability to be on a ladder periodically to do cleaning or change light bulbs.Able to read and comprehend Material Data Safety Sheets and be able to follow safe handling, storage, transportation, and disposal of all cleaning materials.Ability to determine appropriate cleaning products and use them effectively.Must be able to operate equipment in a manner consistent with manufacturer?s instructions. Equipment includes (but is not limited to) vacuums, kai vacs, floor scrubbers, sweepers, and carpet extractors.Basic computer skills to do timesheets, trainings, work orders, and check emails.Preferred Qualification:Experience working in residential or academic setting.Experience with cleaning chemicals and equipment.Other Requirements:Be in good physical health, able to lift or move 50 lbs., do repetitive bending, twisting, kneeling, reaching overhead, move furniture, stand for long periods of time, work in enclosed areas, be able to go up and down stairs, and to work in buildings after the ventilation system is shut off.The successful candidate must be able to lawfully accept employment in the United States by the day employment begins. The University regrets that we are unable to offer H1-B sponsorship at this time.Work Shift (Hours / Days of work):Monday - Friday / 6:00am - 2:30pmTelework (Yes/No):NoAbout:Minnesota State Moorhead is a vibrant community that pushes you to forge your own path. Help shape a campus where students thrive, connect, and lead.