Campus Recreation invites applications for a Facilities Associate to perform custodial duties in Campus Recreation Facilities (Fitness and Recreation Center & Grizzly Pool).

*This is an overnight shift. 9:00pm to 5:30 am.*

• Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, scrubbing, trash removal, and sanitizing
• Performs general maintenance including but not limited to, changing light bulbs and filters, and supplying paper and soap products
• Performs specialty work pertaining to cleaning rubber based (Mondo brand) flooring.

• High school diploma (or equivalency), as well as at least twelve (12) months of directly related work experience; or any combination of experience and education
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain a safe work environment
• Demonstrated ability to read instructions, safety information, policies and procedures, and write
• Demonstrated interpersonal, listening, and oral communication skills
• Ability to be organized and effectively manage time

Preferred Qualifications

• More than twelve (12) months directly related cleaning experience, or a combination of experience and education.

(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 30 inches, up to 50 pounds. Floor to 60 inches, up to 35 pounds. Floor to overhead, up to 5 pounds sustained, with both hands. (Lifting buffer, Floor to 30”, 70 pounds optional.)
• Carrying: 2 handed front carry up to 35 pounds for 50 feet. (Carrying buffer upstairs, 70 pounds optional.)
• 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): 30 pounds sustained at waist level (60 pounds optional)
• 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.

Position Number: 085390

Work Schedule: Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 9:00pm to 5:30 am, 12 months/year

Probationary Period: Six (6) months minimum

Benefits Include: Insurance package, mandatory retirement plan, partial tuition waiver, and wellness program.

Screening of applications will begin after the closing date; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

A complete application includes:

1. Detailed Resume – listing education and describing work experience
2. Three (3) Professional References – names and contact information

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.

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

The Affiliation of the University of Montana (UM Affiliation) is an equal opportunity employer. UM Affiliation does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of protected class status as described in UM’s non-discrimination policy and any applicable law. Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law.

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.

References: References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. UM partners with SkillSurvey for reference checking. Applicants may receive emails from SkillSurvey to submit reference information.

Testing: Individual hiring departments withing the UM Affiliation 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 and all affiliated campuses, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).