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CAMPUS-ONLY RECRUITMENT

Only current UM Employees* are eligible.

*Open to all employee types including Temporary Staff and Student Employees.

FACILITIES SERVICES - CUSTODIANS invites applications for a FACILITIES SUPERVISOR I to join their team on campus. This position acts as a lead worker of a custodial crew to ensure quality custodial service is being delivered on a consistent basis. Performs work of lower level positions and under MINIMAL supervision, provides direct customer service to members of the campus and to the community at large. 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. 

This role supervises and performs _ADVANCED _custodial work or responsibilities that are highly complex in nature (ex: deep clean, polish, seal, finish, etc. any type of flooring on a consistent basis); submits time and material estimates for special projects; performs _MULTIPLE SPECIALIZED DUTIES _including:

• Acts as special projects team leader
• Acts as designated trainer in multiple areas of custodial expertise
• Performs specialized floor cleaning and refinishing

DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC DUTIES: 

The Facilities Supervisor I position:

• Provides professionalism, leadership and supervision to the custodial crew.
• Understands the University Mission, environment and overall function.
• Supervises a student custodial crew of up to 12 part-time Student Custodians to ensure quality custodial services is being delivered on a consistent basis.
• Understands and follows custodial policies and procedures
• Has a thorough knowledge of their building assignment(s)
• Uses Crew Cleaning to ensure custodial operations are efficient and effective
• Communicates critical information to Facilities Supervisor II’s
• Provides quality customer service to the building staff, faculty, students, and the general public
• Establishes positive communication with co-workers, staff, faculty, students, and the general public
• Provides feedback concerning team members
• Participates in regular meetings and safety trainings
• Participates in weekly staff leadership meetings.
• Ensures crew operates in a safe manner
• Is able to prioritize cleaning if short-handed
• Organizes work space including closets and storage
• Ensures proper use and maintenance of custodial equipment
• Has knowledge of green cleaning methods and the environmental impact of cleaning
• Ensures fire extinguishers are checked on a monthly basis
• Fill floor drains monthly
• Monitors supplies inventory and submits order requests in a timely manner
• Turn in paperwork as requested
• Report building irregularities
• Understand key protocols and building security

CUSTODIAL DUTIES:  

• Clean and sanitize restroom surfaces and fixtures
• Collect trash
• Stock University paper and soap dispensers
• Vacuum carpeted areas
• Sweep and mop floors including stairs
• Sanitize high touch surfaces
• Damp dust horizontal surfaces
• Change University lights
• Clean chalkboards and whiteboards in teaching areas
• Replace dry erase markers, chalk, and erasers as needed
• Clean classroom tabletops
• Spot clean walls as needed
• Clean public garbage cans as needed
• Clean carpet stains as needed
• Clean entryways including glass (weather permitting)
• Sweep outside entryways (weather permitting)
• Remove snow/ice from building entryways when needed
• Clean drinking fountains, sinks, and elevators
• Clean classroom furniture
• Clean ceiling vents
• Remove gum as needed
• Accessible University carpets extracted as needed
• Accessible University interior public glass cleaned as needed
• Accessible hard floors cleaned, polished or refinished as needed
• Reachable University light fixtures cleaned as needed
• Any additional cleaning duties

Required Skills

• Knowledge of supervisory practices and procedures
• Knowledge, Skill and Ability required to perform duties and responsibilities of lower level positions
• Knowledge of custodial methods, procedures, cleaning equipment and techniques
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships
• Ability to train employees
• Ability to make effective decisions and resolve problems.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain a safe work environment
• Work effectively in a team environment
• Create and maintain a work atmosphere of trust and respect with all team members
• Work with a variety of diverse groups of individuals effectively
• Read and write instructions, safety information, policies and procedures
• Demonstrated skill in customer service orientation
• Demonstrated skill in interpersonal, listening and oral communication
• Demonstrated skill in organization and time-management

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: Ground to 60 inches, up to 35 lbs. Ground to 30 inches, 50 lbs.
• Carrying: Front carry up to 35 lbs. for 50 feet or less.
• Pushing and pulling forces required (pushing and pulling materials, and during the use of tools): 30 lbs. sustained.
• Repetitive squatting on both even and uneven surfaces.
• 1-minute overhead work from various positions (standing, crouching, or kneeling) with 5 lbs.
• Static forward bending from a standing, crouching or kneeling position while using tools.
• Trunk rotation from a standing or kneeling position.
• Balancing when climbing and working on a ladder.
• Walking various distances, continuously, throughout the day on even and uneven surfaces.
• Use of various grip circumferences and strengths as well as static grip positions during the use of various tools (4 1/2" to 5 1/2" circumference needing an average of 50 lbs. of grip force) and while manipulating various work materials (maximum 100 lbs.).

PHYSICAL SCREEN WILL BE ADMINISTERED PRIOR TO A FINAL OFFER OF EMPLOYMENT.

Minimum Required Experience

• High School diploma and four (4) years of progressively responsible custodial experience and one (1) year of progressively responsibly supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Montana Driver’s License

About Facilities Services and UM

The Mission of Facilities Services is to assist in the development of a physical environment supportive of teaching, research, and Administration on The University of Montana campus through the operation and maintenance of the state funded Physical Plant, and providing services to the auxiliaries as required. It is also Facilities Services Mission to provide planning and construction services for all of the campus in support of the development and enhancement of the University's Physical Plant. Additionally, Facilities Services is responsible for assuring compliance with all codes related to facilities, construction, renovations, maintenance and operations of all campus facilities. This Mission of support includes long-term preservation of facilities, assets and equipment.

The University of Montana is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and has a student body of approximately 10,000 undergraduates and graduates, including more than 1,500 students of color and more than 900 international students and scholars from more than 70 countries. We encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disability preference in accordance with state law.

Nestled in at the base of Mount Sentinel and on the banks of the Clark Fork River, UM campus is described as one of the most beautiful in the US. The region boasts unparalleled year around recreational opportunities and a vibrant arts and culture community. UM offers a unique opportunity for professional growth in a magnificent environment. 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.

UM provides a culture that values hard work, intellectual curiosity, diversity, collegiality, innovative thinking, and teamwork, making it a great place to grow and develop professionally. Located in the heart of western Montana’s stunning natural landscape, UM attracts first rate teachers, researchers, and students from around the world. A city within a city – with its own eateries, stores, medical facilities, banking and postal services, and zip code – UM has an increasingly diverse population and rich culture.

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA, MISSOULA, AND THE STATE OF MONTANA, PLEASE VISIT THE LINKS BELOW.

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• Video: UM Lifestyles
• University Highlights

Position Details

POSITION TITLE:                    FACILITIES SUPERVISOR I

POSITION NUMBER:              086950

DEPARTMENT:                       Facilities Services

WORK SCHEDULE:                 Full-time, 1.0 FTE (40 Hours a week), Monday through Friday 3:30 pm to 12:00 am, 12 months/year. Position requires an alternative work schedule.

SALARY:                                $18.135/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).

How to Apply

APPLICATION DEADLINE: THURSDAY, MAY 20, 2021 by 11:59 PM (Mountain Time)

Candidates are required to submit the following materials online.

A COMPLETE APPLICATION INCLUDES:

1. LETTER OF INTEREST – addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.
2. DETAILED RESUME – listing education and describing work experience
3. PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES – names and contact information for three (3) professional references

Required Skills Required Experience