Utility Technician

Utility Technician 498068 Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States Dining Residence Dining/Food Service Full-time Staff Closing on: May 25 2026 ADD

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Salary/Position Classification $17.85 - $20.00 hourly, Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime) 40 hours per week Typical Shift 6:00am-2:30pm or 7:00am-3:30pm This position will onsite at UND Grand Forks, ND campus Purpose of Position The purpose of this position is to receive and store groceries, deliver food and equipment to event sites and dining centers, and to perform routine custodial duties. Duties & Responsibilities Performs routine custodial duties Sweeps mops, and vacuums assigned areas Cleans storerooms, coolers, and freezers Remove garbage from the dining centers Cleans carpets as assigned Supervise student custodians Follows approved safety precautions: use correct procedures when lifting, used approved ladders, puts up wet floor signs when mopping floors, wears approved non slip shoes, properly utilizes cleaning chemicals Receive and stock grocery items Receive grocery items from the warehouse and direct ship vendors, verifying accuracy of the delivery to the invoice Verify that incoming groceries are received within the proper temperature zone Stock groceries in the storeroom, freezers, and coolers using FIFO method. Maintain organized storeroom, coolers and freezers Assists with taking of physical inventory Removes refuse from the building. Recycle appropriate items Removes all garbage from the bakery, central office, break room and restrooms Recycles appropriate items according to the University and Dining Services guidelines Delivers food, supplies, and equipment to campus locations Delivers meals to UND Children's center, retail units, and Greek houses as directed Delivers veg prep and vegetarian items to the dining centers and snack bars Picks up last minute supplies from Central Foods Relief driver for Central Foods, takes turn in the rotation of Saturday bakery deliveries Required Competencies Strong interpersonal land communication skills Able to work in various temperatures Strong organizational and time management skills Ability to work independently and as part of a team Self-motivated, needs little supervision Able to work in various temperatures Ability to stand 3-4 hours at a time Ability to move up to 50 lbs Have an optimistic attitude, high degree of integrity, and a strong work Minimum Requirements High school diploma or GED Dishwashing/Janitorial experience Knowledge of basic custodial techniques and cleaning chemicals General knowledge and experience using: vacuum cleaner, dish machine, mop buckets, floor scrubber, carpet machine Experience of cleaning and upkeep of buildings, experience in food service or health organization Successful completion of a Criminal History Background Check In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the US and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. This position does not support visa sponsorship for continued employment. Preferred Qualifications NRS Serv Safe certification Knowledge of bakery equipment, production and quality control procedures Knowledge of large scale food service or bakery production To Apply Please note, all employment postings close at 11:55pm CST. Position Benefits Benefits include single or family health care coverage (UND pays the full premium), life insurance, employee assistance program, retirement plans with generous employer contributions, annual & sick leave in addition to 10 paid holidays. Optional benefits include supplemental life, dental, vision, flexible spending account, supplemental retirement plans. UND also offers an employee tuition waiver and a variety of professional development opportunities. Find out more about UND's great benefits and perks here! Other UND Career Openings Building Automation Technician Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States FM-Cust/Maint Apply today! Software Developer (Multiple Openings) Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States University IT Responsible for developing user interface and web framework design, support content management systems, and research new technologies. Grant & Contract Specialist Grand Forks, North Dakota, United States Dean's Office A&S The College of Arts & Sciences Dean's Office is seeking a qualified and detail-oriented professional to serve as Grant & Contract Manager. Additional Information Find out why Grand Forks is Cooler. All information listed in this position announcement will be used by Human Resources, the Hiring Department, and EO/Title IX for screening, interviewing and selection purposes. Need help? Please email the Human Resources Department at UND.humanresources@UND.edu or contact us by phone at 701.777.4226. If you anticipate needing any type of accommodation to participate in any portion of the University's employment process, including completion of the online application process, please contact our office in advance of your participation or visit. Veteran's Preference Veterans claiming preference must submit all proof of eligibility by the closing date. Proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 or a copy of NGB 22 from National Guard or Reserve (with a unit located in ND) or certification from the applicant's unit command that the individual is expected to be discharged or released from active duty in the uniformed services under other than dishonorable conditions not later than one hundred twenty days after the date of the submission of the certification. If claiming disabled veteran status, proof of eligibility includes a DD-214 and a current letter of disability dated within the past year. Confidentiality of Application Materials Pursuant to NDCC 44-04-18.27, applications and any records related to the applications that identify an applicant are confidential, except records related to the finalists of the position, which are open to the public after the search committee has identified the top three or more finalists who will be invited to campus. EEO Statement The University of North Dakota is an equal opportunity employer (veteran/disability). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected characteristic. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Clery Statement In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, the University of North Dakota publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university's policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at UND.edu. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the UND Police Department located at 3851 Campus Road, Grand Forks, ND, 58202.