Facilities Maintenance Worker CL1 – Custodial – 1621

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 of 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. 

Complete job description (linked). 

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: $16.79 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 July 23, 2025, will be considered at the discretion of the University. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. 

Applications must include:

• Online application
• Be prepared to 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.

About the University of Maine at Augusta:

UMA transforms the lives of students of every age and background across the State of Maine and beyond through access to high-quality distance and on-site education, excellence in student support, civic engagement, and professional and liberal arts programs.

UMA is the third-largest public university in Maine. In addition to its main campus in the state’s capital, UMA also serves students at its campus in Bangor (UMA Bangor) and through UMA Centers around the state. With its multiple locations and long-term expertise in online and distance learning, UMA is generally considered the university of choice for Mainers of all ages who want to attend college without uprooting their lives.

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In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME  04469-5713, 207-581-1226.  TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).
 
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About the University of Maine System:

The University of Maine System (UMS), established in 1968, consists of seven universities and the University of Maine School of Law, spread across various locations in Maine. UMS provides system-wide services and governance from these locations, leveraging the distinct strengths and collaborations among its institutions to advance strategic priorities for UMS and the state of Maine.

Choosing UMS means opting for a high quality of life supported by excellent benefits such as tuition waivers, robust retirement contributions, and comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability. Maine’s diverse landscapes, from accessible wilderness and rugged coastline to urban centers and rural communities, offer numerous cultural activities, strong public schools, safe neighborhoods, and high-quality healthcare. Discover more about Maine’s exemplary lifestyle on the Maine Office of Tourism website.