Facilities Maintenance Worker CL1 (Third Shift)

The University of Maine at Presque Isle is seeking a full-time, regular, Facilities Maintenance Worker- CL1 (Custodian) to begin immediately. 

Work Schedule: Wednesday through Sunday, 10:00 pm- 6:30 am (third shift).   

Wages:  $17.80 per hour plus $0.80 (eighty cent) shift differential (for normally scheduled hours between 5:00pm and 8:00am) or the appropriate transfer rate for a current employee within the Service & Maintenance collective bargaining agreement.

Benefits: The University of Maine System 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.

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. 

For a complete job description click here. 

Essential duties of the Facilities Maintenance Worker include routine and non-routine cleaning services such as, but not limited to: 

• Operates cleaning equipment and uses cleaning chemicals and materials. 
• Performs (sometimes heavy) lifting in the removal of trash, moving furniture and equipment.
• Shovels snow from building entrances and walkways. 
• May pick up debris within several feet of the building. 
• Cleans fixtures, furnishings, and facilities in and around campus buildings. 
• Works alone or in groups. 
• Occasionally climbs ladders up to 12 feet to perform necessary work. 
• Adheres to safety procedures, including reporting mechanical and/or safety issues.

Qualifications: 

Required:

• High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D)
• Valid Driver’s License and be an authorized and approved University Driver based on the Driver Administration Policy.

Preferred:

• Related cleaning experience
• Experience using commercial cleaning equipment is a plus.

 

HOW TO APPLY

Materials must be submitted via “Apply Now" below or visit the UMPI Careers Page at http:// umpi.careers.maine.edu /.  

You will be required to create an applicant profile, application and submit a cover letter and resume.  

Important items to know about the recruitment process: 

• Review of applications will begin on March 23, 2026. 
• Candidates selected to proceed to the final stages of the search process will be requested to provide a list of references. 
• A background screening will be conducted for the successful candidate. 
• The University is not able to consider applicants who require Visa sponsorship support. 

 

About the University
For more than a century, the University of Maine at Presque Isle has been helping students find their path to great professional careers providing its 3,000 traditional and non-traditional students from all areas of the state, country, and world with life-changing opportunities in a caring, small-university environment. 

Further information about the University of Maine at Presque Isle can be found at https://www.umpi.edu/

The university sits on 150 acres surrounded by the rolling hills and potato fields of northern Maine and the university strives to be the region’s premier learning institution while helping to stimulate cultural and economic development in Aroostook County and the State of Maine. The university serves as an educational and cultural center for the area and its facilities are utilized for lectures, programs, concerts, dance performances, exhibits, and plays that benefit the entire region.

Learn more about what Aroostook County has to offer here.

Equal Opportunity Statement-The University of Maine System (the System) is an equal opportunity institution committed to fostering a nondiscriminatory environment and complying with all applicable nondiscrimination laws. Consistent with State and Federal law, the System does not discriminate on the basis 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, pregnancy, or veteran or military status in any aspect of its education, programs and activities, and employment. The System provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. If you believe you have experienced discrimination or harassment, you are encouraged to contact the System Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX Services at 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, Orono, ME 04469-5713, by calling 207.581.1226, or via TTY at 711 (Maine Relay System). For more information about Title IX or to file a complaint, please contact the UMS Title IX Coordinator at www.maine.edu/title-ix/.

Clery Act- The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, such as the University, prepare, publish and distribute an Annual Security Report, (ASR) and provide notice of the availability of the ASR to all prospective employees. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University’s crime statistics for the past three calendar years; and disclosures regarding the University’s current campus security policies. You may view the University’s Annual Security Report. If you have any questions, contact Safety and Security 111 Campus Center 181 Main St., Presque Isle, ME 04769 Phone: (207) 768-9580. 

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.