Montana State University

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26018

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Search Support at auxjobs@montana.edu or 406-994-6404.

Classification Title Custodian I - BZ

Working Title Custodian I - Part-Time in Culinary Services

Brief Position Overview

Culinary Services is looking for motivated team members to join their custodial team.

This is a part-time position. Part-time employees work up to 16 hours a week, enjoy flexibility in their schedule, and are eligible to receive holiday pay and annual & sick leave pay on a prorated basis.

Position Number Multiple

Department Culinary Services Administration

Division Auxiliary Services

Appointment Type Classified

Contract Term Academic Year

Semester

If other, specify From date

If other, specify End date

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining

FTE .375

Benefits Eligible Not Eligible

Salary $23.05 per hour

Contract Type Classified Hourly

If other, please specify

Recruitment Type Open

General Statement

Culinary Services Division (CSD), a division of Auxiliary Services, provides meals and specialty beverages for over 18,000 customers daily and is an integral part of campus life and the overall college experience. CSD proudly provides Montana State University students with not only a repertoire of various cuisines, cooking styles, and flavors, but a comfortable atmosphere to meet friends, study, and simply relax. The division is comprised of 2 residential dining halls, a commissary kitchen, several retail operations including 4 coffee shops, Chick-fil-A, the Union Market and Bobcat Grill, Brick Breeden Fieldhouse and Bobcat Stadium Concessions, Fork in the Road food truck, MSU Catering, Indulge In-House Bakery, and the Farm to Campus Program.

Duties and Responsibilities

Custodians provide cleaning and light maintenance services in and around food service areas. The primary emphasis is on cleaning the public areas which include restrooms, carpeted and hard-surface floor care, kitchens, trash removal, furniture set-ups and other related duties. Custodians may work individually or on a team. This position is asked to interact in a positive manner with all guests to accomplish the department mission.

• Clean and sanitize all public and common areas. To include: restrooms, service areas, stairwells, etc.
• Carpeted and hard-surface floor care
• Trash removal
• Set up and tear down of areas such as conference spaces/seating spaces/public spaces dependent on facility
• Move and straighten furniture, light food service equipment, dishes, glasses etc
• May shovel snow at entry ways
• Other related custodial duties
• Actively participates as part of the team while performing other duties in support of the department’s mission.

This is a part-time position. Part-time employees work up to 16 hours a week, enjoy flexibility in their schedule and are eligible to receive holiday pay and annual & sick leave pay on a prorated basis.

Everyone is welcome to apply/interview for this position but the Culinary Services Department lacks the necessary funding to provide sponsorship at this time.

• This is a permanent position. If you are a student of MSU and seek a student worker position, please go to: http://www.montana.edu/comeworkwithus/

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

1. Experience working in custodial, janitorial, housekeeping, etc.
2. Experience working effectively with minimal or no supervision.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

1. Experience providing excellent customer service.
2. Certifications, classes completed, or knowledge of safety procedures utilized in a custodial, janitorial or housekeeping position.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Positively and professionally perform all the functions of the position.
• Consistently exercise initiative and good judgment.
• Effectively and safely operate work-related equipment and tools.
• Accurately follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
• Exhibit strong communication skills.
• Work effectively and efficiently in close cooperation with staff in a team-oriented environment.
• Be able to complete multiple tasks in a timely manner.
• Quickly adapt to changing priorities.
• Possess strong organizational skills.
• Maintain excellent customer service.
• Be highly motivated and work with minimal supervision.
• Have excellent attention to detail.
• Represent the department and MSU to others in a professional and courteous manner.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

• This is a part-time, non-benefited position. We will work with your schedule. Hours are up to 16 hours/week.
• Occasional work outside and in inclement weather assisting with snow removal.
• Possess a 4-hour sanitation certification or have the ability to become certified.
• Some custodial positions require a valid State of Montana driver’s license. If offered one of those positions, that requirement will be discussed with you prior to hire.

Physical Demands

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Stationary or moving about for extended periods of time
• Frequently moving, transporting and placing containers/objects up to 30 lbs, and occasionally up to 100 lbs. (items may include stacking chairs, folding tables, floor sealer, bed frames, dressers, desks, etc.)
• Moving up and down stairs occasionally while carrying containers/objects
• Moving up and down a step ladder
• Bending, kneeling, stretching and general moving about while stocking products
• Gripping handles on equipment
• Performing repetitive motions related to job duties
• Regular exposure to cleaning solutions
• Occasionally shovel snow

This position has supervisory duties? No

Number of Vacancies Multiple Positions

Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Applications will be:

Applications will be accepted and screened for the duration of this pool.

Special Instructions

Please address the qualifications as you build your application and profile or you can attach a resume/cover letter.

Questions? Contact: Search Support at auxjobs@montana.edu or 406-994-6404.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.

In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

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