Buildings and Grounds Worker

A Building and Grounds Worker position is available at the
Cloquet Forestry Center. 175 University Road, Cloquet, MN 55720.

Work week is primarily Monday
through Friday with flexing to include Saturday and/or Sunday
some weeks to accommodate groups that use the facilities on
weekends. These weeks will vary with advance notice given for
weekend hours. The position reports to the Director of
Operations, Andrew David.

Regular, On-going Tasks:
Perform building and grounds work at the University of
Minnesota, Cloquet Forestry Center.
Restrooms and Equipment (50%)
1. Daily cleaning of restrooms. Clean bathrooms: toilets, stone

surfaces, walls, windows, mirrors, and fixtures. Polish chrome
finishes. Collect waste paper. Replenishes supplies.
2. Set up equipment, furniture & lodging needs required for
University functions & groups using the facilities. Move
furniture, office equipment, tables, benches, chairs, supplies,
refuse, garbage and various kinds of equipment.
Carpets and vinyl floors (25%)
1. Daily cleaning of carpet and vinyl floors. Scrub floors using
industrial cleaning chemicals. Dry floors with a heavy-duty
industrial wet or dry pick-up vacuum. Mop floors with heavy wet
mops. Sweep floors with floor brush or treated dust mop.
Windows & light fixtures (15% )
1. Daily window, wall and light fixture cleaning
Snow removal and lawn care (10%)
1. Sweep and shovel snow and debris from steps and sidewalks.
Mow and water lawns. Keep walkways and roadways clear of
snow and debris. Clean leaves and debris from lawn and
shrubbery. Cut, rake, weed, seed, trim and prune lawns, vines, and
shrubbery.
2. Load and unloads trucks.
Observe deficiencies in building hardware, doors, windows, and
other facilities. Make verbal or written reports on unusual
conditions to supervisor.
SUPERVISION:
This position will work closely with other B/G staff under the
immediate direction of a supervisor

Required Qualifications:
1. Ability to read and write competently in English and lift 50
pounds to shoulder height
2. This person will have interaction with groups using center
3. Must be responsible and work independently
4. Previous experience in operating maintenance equipment
required
5. Background check is required

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this
position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions.
You will have the opportunity to complete an online application
for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by
accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading
documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
To request an accommodation during the application process,
please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-UOHR (8647).

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and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its
employees and in supporting the academic mission. The
University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with
varying identities and backgrounds.
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opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without
regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age,
marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status,
sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn
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Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful
completion of a background check. Our presumption is that
prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal
convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from
employment.