Maintainer I -8/16/2026 DEADLINE

Fitchburg State University is a public institution founded in 1894 offering undergraduate and graduate programs and committed to diversity, inclusion, and social justice.

About the Role

Perform general custodial, cleaning, grounds, and light maintenance duties for campus buildings and grounds. Duties include cleaning and maintaining interior spaces, operating floor and ground care equipment, performing simple repairs, handling materials and furniture moves, locking/unlocking facilities, and assisting with snow removal and exterior upkeep. Role may include varied shifts, weekends, holidays, or nights.

Responsibilities

• Clean offices, lounges, bathrooms, corridors, and other campus spaces
• Clean, wax, polish, and buff floors; operate vacuums, buffers, carpet scrubbers, and sweepers
• Empty and clean waste receptacles; wash windows, woodwork, fixtures, and furniture
• Handle materials and supplies, move furniture, and assist with incoming/outgoing deliveries
• Perform snow removal, sweep walks, rake leaves, and maintain adjacent outside areas
• Perform simple general repairs and routine maintenance tasks
• Lock and unlock premises and perform basic security tasks
• Perform safety checks and follow housekeeping chemical and PPE requirements
• Other duties as assigned within the Maintainer I specification

Requirements

• Considerable knowledge of materials, equipment, and methods used in housekeeping and cleaning operations; basic maintenance knowledge
• Ability to operate and care for electronic sweepers, vacuums, buffers, snow blowers, and other cleaning/grounds equipment
• Ability to perform simple repairs and follow oral and written instructions
• Physical ability to stand/walk for prolonged periods, climb ladders/scaffolds, and lift/carry up to 50 pounds
• Working knowledge of cleaning supplies, their uses, and effects on finishes
• Ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships and perform duties with or without reasonable accommodation

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Campus environment with indoor cleaning and outdoor grounds tasks; exposure to weather at docks/grounds and hazards such as wet floors, chemicals, and dust
• Frequent walking and standing; occasional stooping, kneeling, climbing, and lifting up to 50 pounds
• Pre-employment physical required

Pay

Bi-weekly pay rate: $1,902.30 (Grade 10, Step 05) = $49,459.80 annual salary

Benefits

• Full-time, non-exempt, benefits-eligible position in AFSCME bargaining unit
• Comprehensive benefits including multiple health plan options, competitive retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability, dental, accrued vacation and sick days, personal days, paid holidays, and tuition remission for self, spouse, and dependents

Two openings currently available. Shift assignments and location to be determined.

Criminal history and sexual offender record checks for recommended finalists prior to final employment.