Facilities Technician, Campus Dining - Missoula, United States - University of Montana

Description

Application instructions are located at the bottom of the page. Please apply directly through the University of Montana's career portal UM Jobs at for positions at the University of Montana – Missoula, University of Montana Western (Dillon), and Helena College.

*Do not apply through or use easy apply through *.

UM Campus Dining invites applications for a Facilities Technician to perform advanced custodial work or responsibilities that are highly complex in nature (ex: an individual who has the ability and is called upon to deep clean, polish, seal, finish, etc. any type of flooring on a consistent basis).

Responsibilities

• Acts in a lead capacity by training and supervising temporary and student staff members as appropriate
• Independently adjusts tasks and priorities as needed to accommodate sick calls and special cleaning projects as assigned
• Assist the Lommasson Custodial Manager with inventory of cleaning supplies
• Builds and maintains a work atmosphere of trust and respect by establishing open communication among team members; recognizing the value of individual differences at all levels of the organization; taking steps to prevent destructive conflict and handling conflict in an appropriate manner; listening and responding appropriately to the needs, feelings and capabilities of all individuals; and providing support and assistance to team members

Required Skills

• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain a safe work environment
• Ability to read instructions, safety information, policies and procedures; and write
• Demonstrated skill in customer service orientation; interpersonal, listening and oral communication; organization and time-management
• Ability to remain productive in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to effectively work independently and as a team member

Physical Requirements

(Qualified candidates must be able to meet minimum requirements and perform the primary functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.)

• Lifting: Floor to knuckle height, 80 pounds. 12 inches to 40 inches, 60 pounds. Floor to 60 inches, 50 pounds. Floor to 48 inches, 60 pounds. Floor to overhead, 5 pounds sustained, with both hands.
• Carrying: 2 handed front carry 80 pounds for 10 feet.
• Pushing and pulling forces required (during the use of cleaning equipment 25 pounds, handling janitor's cart 5 pounds).
• Pushing and pulling forces required (handling, pushing and pulling classroom and office furniture, file cabinets, and equipment): 60 pounds sustained at waist level.
• Static trunk forward bending and twisting from a standing, crouching or kneeling position while using tools.
• Reaching with your arms in all directions, including overhead with 5 pounds in both hands, sustained.
• Working overhead from various positions (standing, squatting, and kneeling).
• Balancing when climbing and working on a ladder.
• Use of various hand grip circumferences and firm hand grip positions while manipulating various tools and equipment (maximum 50 pounds).

Physical Screen will be administered prior to a final offer of employment.

Minimum Required Experience

• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications
About the UM Campus Dining and UM

Mission – To advance student success through exceptional dining experiences.

Vision – Innovative cuisine to inspire your world.

Shared Values and Guiding Principles

• IMPACT: We commit to local, regional, and global environmental stewardship through sustainable business practices and agricultural economic development in Montana and our region.
• PARTNERSHIPS: We cultivate collaborative partnerships with our on- and off-campus colleagues in support of the University's mission.
• INCLUSIVITY: We respect and celebrate the contributions, rights, and dignity of our diverse employees and guests.
• GUEST SERVICE: The people we serve are our guests. We will exceed our guests' expectations.
• EXCELLENCE: We exhibit passion, professionalism, integrity, loyalty, responsiveness, fiscal responsibility and innovation. We affirm, cultivate and value our employees through professional development.

The University of Montana is a flagship, R1 research institution with approximately 10,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It is located in Missoula, a culturally vibrant community of about 75,000, surrounded by mountains where three rivers converge. Abundant recreational opportunities in surrounding state and national forests and nearby Glacier National Park and Yellowstone National Park complement a thriving intellectual atmosphere. The University of Montana offers eligible employees a generous benefits package that positively separates UM from other local employers and offers many programs and policies to support work-life balance for its employees.

The University of Montana is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. In that spirit, we are particularly interested in receiving applications from a broad spectrum of qualified people who would assist the University in demonstrating its five priorities for action : Place student success at the center of all we do; drive excellence and innovation in teaching, learning, and research; embody the principle of "mission first, people always"; partner with place; and proudly tell the UM story.

To learn more about the University of Montana, Missoula, and the State of Montana, please visit the links below.

Position Details

Position Title:Facilities Technician

Position Number: 104300

Department: UM Campus Dining

Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), 12 months/year,

Hours vary due to needs of unit, typically 5:00pm-1:30am

Salary:$17.47/hr

Union Affiliation: FOCUS-MFPE

Probationary Period: Six months minimum

Benefits Include : Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan,

partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans' or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing: Individual hiring departments at UM may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility: All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UM, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).

Must be eligible to work in the United State upon hire. Sponsorship is not available for this position.

How to Apply

Application Deadline: Tuesday, November 14, 2023 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)

Candidates are required to submit the following materials online via "New Resume/CV" button below.

A complete application Includes:

*Applying through or easy apply through may result in submission of an incomplete application. Applications may be removed from full consideration if they are not complete with materials listed above under the "How to Apply" section. It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure complete application materials are submitted and received by the date listed above.

Missoula, Montana, United States

View or Apply

To help us track our recruitment effort, please indicate in your email – cover/motivation letter where ) you saw this job posting.