Facilities Maintenance Worker CL1 (Custodial) - Two Positions Available
University of Maine, Augusta, ME, United States
Facilities Maintenance Worker
The University of Maine at Augusta is seeking applicants for the position of Facilities Maintenance Worker, Career Level 1 in the Custodial department at the Augusta campus. The Facilities Maintenance Worker performs tasks related to custodial care and cleaning university facilities; securing campus buildings; reporting needed repairs and equipment failures; floor maintenance; room set-ups; moving furniture and equipment; snow removal and other manual labor. The employee will work with materials and chemicals associated with cleaning. This position is designated as an essential position requiring the individual to be able to work during periods of inclement weather and/or campus emergencies.
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with the ability to work occasional weekends and nights as required. Wage: $17.80 per hour. This is a regular, full-time position. Benefits: UMA offers a wide range of benefits for Service and Maintenance employees, including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long-term disability as well as retirement plan options.
Qualifications: Required:
the ability to work nights and weekends and in adverse weather conditions
the ability to work occasional overtime hours
the ability to lift, carry, and move 50 pounds
the ability to read and follow written and oral instructions
the ability to work independently
the ability to do manual cleaning and perform manual labor, including snow shoveling
This can be a physically demanding position and typically requires: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical assessment is required.
Preferred:
previous related custodial experience
valid Class C driver's license with a clean driving record
a high school diploma or GED
Review of applications begins immediately. Materials received after April 30, 2026, will be considered at the discretion of the University. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. To be considered, applicants must complete the application form. Applicants selected for interviews must provide three professional references upon request.
We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.
The University of Maine at Augusta is seeking applicants for the position of Facilities Maintenance Worker, Career Level 1 in the Custodial department at the Augusta campus. The Facilities Maintenance Worker performs tasks related to custodial care and cleaning university facilities; securing campus buildings; reporting needed repairs and equipment failures; floor maintenance; room set-ups; moving furniture and equipment; snow removal and other manual labor. The employee will work with materials and chemicals associated with cleaning. This position is designated as an essential position requiring the individual to be able to work during periods of inclement weather and/or campus emergencies.
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. with the ability to work occasional weekends and nights as required. Wage: $17.80 per hour. This is a regular, full-time position. Benefits: UMA offers a wide range of benefits for Service and Maintenance employees, including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long-term disability as well as retirement plan options.
Qualifications: Required:
the ability to work nights and weekends and in adverse weather conditions
the ability to work occasional overtime hours
the ability to lift, carry, and move 50 pounds
the ability to read and follow written and oral instructions
the ability to work independently
the ability to do manual cleaning and perform manual labor, including snow shoveling
This can be a physically demanding position and typically requires: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical assessment is required.
Preferred:
previous related custodial experience
valid Class C driver's license with a clean driving record
a high school diploma or GED
Review of applications begins immediately. Materials received after April 30, 2026, will be considered at the discretion of the University. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. To be considered, applicants must complete the application form. Applicants selected for interviews must provide three professional references upon request.
We are not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support. The successful applicant is subject to appropriate background screening.