Assistant Parking Ramp Service Employee
Department: Custodians
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Under the direction of the Associate Director of Facilities - Operations, the Assistant Parking Ramp Service Employee is responsible for the cleanliness of Ramps A, B, C, ATC, Cook Hall, & College Park Plaza parking ramps as well as the coordination of routine ramp maintenance. This position is responsible for assisting the parking ramp service employee in ensuring the parking ramps are maintained in a condition of operating excellence, cleanliness and safety. The assistant will also be responsible for assisting with snow removal during the winter season, or as needed.
Requisition ID: 1022
Position Number: 00002097
Employee Group: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/general-counsel/labor-relations/employment-contracts
Schedule: 40 hours/ 52 weeks, Sunday - Thursday 10 pm - 6:30 am
Compensation: $22.72 per hour (+ $0.55 per hour for 3rd shift)
Benefits: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/benefits-insurance/medical-plans/new-hire-benefit-enrollment
Reports to: Associate Director of Facilities - Operations and Grounds
Posting Opens: 10/15/2025
Posting Closes: Open until filled
• Maintain knowledge of all cleaning activities within the assigned ramps.
• Ability to learn to operate maintenance machinery, such as ramp industrial sweeper, gas powered power washers and Kubota utility vehicles for snow removal
• Maintain and/or assist in the direction of all ramp projects on multiple campuses
• Knowledge of all safety and security procedures affecting his/her assigned ramps
• Inspect and monitor campus ramps to ensure proper maintenance is performed
• Remove graffiti with a sandblasting machine, chemical wash, etc.
• Remedy vandalism
• Clean transient population waste, including human waste and urine on a daily basis
• Clean elevator stations and cars on a daily basis
• Clean windows and stair rails on a daily basis
• Empty all ramp trash and recycle containers on a daily basis
• Assist grounds staff as directed
• Utilize emergency shut offs for electrical, gas and water, with training
• Cleaning of carpet and upholstery within ramps
• Cleaning of offices, restrooms, light fixtures and cement stairwells
• Order supplies and cleaning products
• Removal of ice and snow using shovels, snow blowers, and Kubota utility vehicle
• Replacing light bulbs, including fluorescent tubes, upon training completion
• Unclogging of toilets and sinks within ramps
• Opening and security of facilities as necessary and directed
• Identify and determine chemicals, and cleaning supplies for different surfaces
• Provide maintenance and security on all ramp equipment
• Use of pallet jack, scissors lift
• Overtime may be assigned when weather conditions dictate campus snow plowing throughout the winter season, and as needed
• Regular in person attendance during normally scheduled hours is required. Being present is essential for serving customers and performing the essential functions of this position.
• Submit timesheets and learn to submit work order requests
• Opening and/closing of ramps when needed
• Regular attendance during normal scheduled hours is required. Being present is essential for serving customers and performing the essential functions of this position.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Educational Credentials
• High school degree or GED diploma required
Work Experience
• Prior use with ramp cleaning equipment preferred
• Training on the job available with limited to no commercial cleaning experience
• Commercial cleaning experience in an educational environment preferred
Skills
• Must be able to use a variety of carpet extractors. Must be able to use 4'; 6'; 8'; and 10' ladders. Must be able to use and have knowledge of all applicable cleaning chemicals and dispensing systems, gas power sprayers, all general use custodial equipment such as mops, buckets, brooms, dusters, etc., operate snow blowers, use salt spreaders, use man lifts and pallet jacks, do light electrical and plumbing work using hand tools (pliers, screwdrivers, plungers, etc.), and be able to drive a vehicle.
• Maintain good attendance and be punctual when arriving to and leaving work
Must be able to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing via email. Have the ability to provide customer service to faculty, staff, students and the general public
• Be able to work independently
• Must have the ability to operate a Kubota for snow plowing
• Must be able to communicate with homeless in a professional manner and able to connect with GRCC police or GRPD when needed
NEXT STEPS / APPLICATION PROCESS
• Please fill out an application athttps://www.grcc.edu/jobshttps://www.grcc.edu/jobs. Submit a cover letter and resume. The opportunity to apply for this position will close at the end of the day on the close date referenced at the top of this job posting.
HIRING PROCESS
GRCC uses an Evidence Based Selection Process, where we make data driven hiring decisions to help mitigate bias throughout the hiring process. As part of this process, candidates will participate in reference checks and interviews.
NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT
Grand Rapids Community College creates an inclusive learning and working environment that recognizes the value and dignity of each person. It is the policy and practice of GRCC to provide equal educational and employment opportunities regardless of age, race, color, religion, marital status, sex/gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, height, weight, national origin, disability, political affiliation, familial status, veteran status or genetics in all programs, activities, services, employment and advancement including admissions to, access to, treatment in, or compensation in employment as required by state and federal law. GRCC is committed to reviewing all aspects of GRCC programs, activities, services and employment, including recruitment, selection, retention and promotion to identify and eliminate barriers in order to prevent discrimination on the basis of the listed protected characteristics. The college will not tolerate any form of retaliation against any person for bringing charges of discrimination or participating in an investigation. Further information may be obtained from the EEO Office or the Office of General Counsel, 143 Bostwick Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3295.
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