General Maintenance Worker - GMW

Classification: General Maintenance Worker
Campus: Hutchinson
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME, 203
Employment Condition: Full-time, Unlimited
Classified Status: Classified
Work Schedule: Monday- Thursday 12:00PM – 8:30PM; Friday 10:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Work Area: Physical Plant
Wage: $20.21- $25.43/hr.
PCN: 00758920

Job Summary
This position provides general custodial activities under general supervision for all state-owned structures, land, and state-maintained structures and grounds. Duties are performed according to regularly assigned schedules, with priority given to specific areas/locations.  Activities may include light maintenance, operation of equipment as needed, routine cleaning and housekeeping, groundskeeping, special maintenance and repair activities, special events, and other related work as required to maintain a pleasant, healthful, aesthetic, and secure environment for all staff and clientele. Note: Shift differential is paid from 6:00PM-9:30PM at $2.25/per hour.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESULTS

1. To clean and maintain a specific area so that activities can be conducted in a sanitary, functional environment.
2. 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.
3. Set up needed equipment and furnishings so that scheduled activities can be conducted.
4. Secure buildings for closing.
5. To clean sidewalks and entrances if needed so that orderly appearances and accessibility are ensured, and to keep the grounds functional and safe.
6. Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the smooth functioning of the department and maintain the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.

• Knowledge of different types of flooring/floor covering sufficient to determine proper methods of maintenance and appropriate cleaning methods, materials, agents, and equipment.
• Knowledge of chemical cleaning agents such as ammonia, bleaches, scouring agents and soaps 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 use effectively and operate safely and to make minor repairs.
• Ability to have the physical health and endurance sufficient to perform work functions.
• Ability to follow simple oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform assigned tasks with limited work direction and ability to keep simple records.
• Must have a valid Minnesota State class D driver’s license.

• 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.
• Current class A CDL driver’s license.
• Ability to write reports.
• Some knowledge of building utilities maintenance and repair.

• 11 paid holidays each year
• Medical Insurance (Single Coverage $38.50 per month and Family Coverage is $262.66 per month)
• Dental Insurance (low deductibles)
• Paid Parental Leave (six weeks)
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short and Long Term Disability
• Pre-tax Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical and Dependent Care)
• Retirement Plan
• Tax-deferred Compensation
• Generous vacation and sick leave

• 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 participate in college activities and processes.
• Trust and Respect – We are committed to developing a culture based in processes and behavior that create trust and respect among all stakeholders.
• Collaboration – We connect and work together to achieve common goals while respecting needs and interests of stakeholders.
• Curiosity and Creativity – We constantly strive to understand, learn, change, and improve.
• Accountability – As individuals and groups, we willingly accept and take ownership of our successes and failures.