Senior B&G Job description - Facilities Management - University of ...

Senior Building and Grounds Worker
Facilities Management
Position Description
University of Minnesota Facilities Management
Description of Position
This position performs custodial work and serves as a lead worker for B&G Workers, whose
primary purpose is to provide quality cleaning services to the University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Campus. This position may serve as a lead worker for a project team, a lead worker for a general
cleaning team, or act as a member of the cleaning crew with lead duties. This is not a supervisory
role.
Responsibilities
• Acts as lead worker for Building and Grounds workers in the performance of custodial
duties on University campus.
• Assists and may provide work direction to Building and Grounds workers in the use of
custodial tools, equipment techniques and cleaning procedures.
• Trains B&G workers with time card and work order processing.
• Confers with administrative and custodial supervisors for planning set ups for classrooms
and special events.
• In coordination with supervisors, gives assignments and work instructions to B&G workers.
• In coordination with supervisors, adjusts work assignments as required due to employee
absences, vacant positions, or other interruptions.
• Provides training.
• Instructs and assists B&G workers in cleaning procedures, techniques, and in the use of new
methods and products.
• Leads B&G Workers to accomplish non-routine and routine cleaning and with special
projects.
• Responsible for general custodial duties as assigned.
• Assists with daily maintenance and storage of tools and equipment.
• Responsible for crew or squad equipment set up at shift start, and proper storage of all
assigned crew equipment at end of shift.
• Responsible for proper maintenance of supplies and equipment of assigned crew or squad.
• Responsible for leading and conducting project work.
• Evaluates quality and quantity of daily work completed and communicates results to the
supervisor.
• Disseminates information from supervisor to custodial group.
• Other duties as assigned.
Essential Functions of Position
Performance of custodial duties per standards and procedures including snow shoveling.
Training and leading others performing custodial work. Following and communicating University
policies and procedures. Assisting in sustaining a culture of respect and accountability. Regular
attendance.

Minimum Qualifications
Ability to lead others in custodial work. Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
Experience using standard custodial equipment, mixing chemicals safely and an understanding of
safe custodial practices. A work record clean of disciplinary actions that demonstrates strong
performance and positive leadership skills. A minimum of 3 years of applicable custodial work
experience. Ability to shovel snow and perform project work such as carpet extraction. Ability to
lift 50 pounds.
Desired Qualifications
Experience at a university or campus setting.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
‣ Demonstrated knowledge of custodial and floor maintenance techniques
‣ Ability to effectively communicate in English, both orally and in writing
‣ Basic computer skills
‣ Ability to operate standard custodial equipment
‣ Ability to ensure the proper use of equipment, mixing chemicals, and observance of all
safety rules and regulations
‣ Ability to prioritize workload demands to reflect urgency of tasks & customer needs
‣ Some assignments may require a valid driver’s license.
Work Environment/Physical requirements
Climbing, stooping, kneeling, walking, lifting, pushing, pulling, grasping, and talking. Subject to
environmental conditions and activities that occur both inside and outside. Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Class Number - 6018
Probationary Period - 720 hours
Non – Exempt: Non - Supervisory
Salary Range - $32,219 - $41,600 annually/$15.49 - $20.00 hourly
Last revision – 6/3/11