What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance and Grounds position at Eureka College?
TITLE: Maintenance & Grounds Worker
REPORTS TO: Director of Facilities
POSITION SUMMARY: Provide a wide variety of general and skilled maintenance activities to maintain campus facilities and grounds in a safe operating condition.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Maintain grounds and landscaping in a healthy and attractive safe condition.
Design flower beds or other decorative vegetation.
Apply pesticides and/ or chemicals.
Operate vehicles and power equipment.
Keep walkways clear and free of hazards, which include snow, and ice which may require early morning arrivals.
Perform maintenance service, adjustments, installation, or repairs in one or more skill areas including, but not limited to, plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical, HVAC, machine and mechanical equipment, and vehicles.
Inspect facilities, systems, and their components for the purpose of identifying and reporting appropriate necessary repairs.
Construct items to modify and/or adapt facilities to specific needs.
Respond to alarms and emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
Follow and support all policies, College and governmental, including OSHA rules, safety regulations and guidelines.
Observe safety standards and practices, including operation of job-related equipment. Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Use as directed.
Responsible for the proper care and upkeep of all equipment used in the course of completing assigned tasks.
Responsible to ensure buildings are appropriately secure/doors locked/lights off prior to leaving assigned work area.
Act as an emergency 24 hour on-call contact on a rotating schedule.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Arrange furniture and equipment for the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.
Inspect grounds, facilities, systems and their components for the purpose of identifying and reporting appropriate necessary repairs.
Maintain service rooms and storage areas in clean and orderly condition.
Assist with inventory control and security of supplies.
Attend safety meetings.
Assist in obtaining quotes and arranging for services of outside vendors.
Assists in cleaning and sanitation.
Other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:
None
EDUCATION:
Essential: High School diploma or GED
Desirable: Associate degree in related field, technical or trade school program completion, or equivalent apprenticeship
EXPERIENCE:
Essential: 1-2 years of related work experience
Desirable: Higher Education environment
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid driver’s license.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to read and follow directions and instructions.
Ability to interact in a professional manner with a diverse population.
Skilled in organization and time management.
Knowledge of standard methods, materials, and tools used in appropriate skilled trades area.
Knowledge of standard safety practices and procedures.
Basic math skills to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
Problem solving skills.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physical Environment: May require transfer between buildings in outdoor weather conditions. Work may be performed in areas that are not adequately lighted and ventilated. Variations in temperature may be experienced. The noise level is moderate to loud.
Physical Demands: May require climbing of stairs. Requires agility, dexterity, and long periods of walking, standing, bending, carrying, and lifting of supplies and equipment weighing 50 lbs. or more. May wear protective clothing necessitated by work environment or governmental regulations.
Sensory Attention: Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Normal work schedule for full-time positions is 8 hours per day Monday-Friday, part-time schedule is normally 4 hours per day. Flexibility to cover emergency repairs, vacation schedules or special events occasionally may be required.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration, faculty, staff, and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or ancestry.
APPROVAL:
DATE:
REPORTS TO: Director of Facilities
POSITION SUMMARY: Provide a wide variety of general and skilled maintenance activities to maintain campus facilities and grounds in a safe operating condition.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Maintain grounds and landscaping in a healthy and attractive safe condition.
Design flower beds or other decorative vegetation.
Apply pesticides and/ or chemicals.
Operate vehicles and power equipment.
Keep walkways clear and free of hazards, which include snow, and ice which may require early morning arrivals.
Perform maintenance service, adjustments, installation, or repairs in one or more skill areas including, but not limited to, plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical, HVAC, machine and mechanical equipment, and vehicles.
Inspect facilities, systems, and their components for the purpose of identifying and reporting appropriate necessary repairs.
Construct items to modify and/or adapt facilities to specific needs.
Respond to alarms and emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.
Follow and support all policies, College and governmental, including OSHA rules, safety regulations and guidelines.
Observe safety standards and practices, including operation of job-related equipment. Follow instructions regarding the use of chemicals and supplies. Use as directed.
Responsible for the proper care and upkeep of all equipment used in the course of completing assigned tasks.
Responsible to ensure buildings are appropriately secure/doors locked/lights off prior to leaving assigned work area.
Act as an emergency 24 hour on-call contact on a rotating schedule.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Arrange furniture and equipment for the setup of facilities for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, etc.
Inspect grounds, facilities, systems and their components for the purpose of identifying and reporting appropriate necessary repairs.
Maintain service rooms and storage areas in clean and orderly condition.
Assist with inventory control and security of supplies.
Attend safety meetings.
Assist in obtaining quotes and arranging for services of outside vendors.
Assists in cleaning and sanitation.
Other duties as assigned
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS:
None
EDUCATION:
Essential: High School diploma or GED
Desirable: Associate degree in related field, technical or trade school program completion, or equivalent apprenticeship
EXPERIENCE:
Essential: 1-2 years of related work experience
Desirable: Higher Education environment
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:
Valid driver’s license.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to read and follow directions and instructions.
Ability to interact in a professional manner with a diverse population.
Skilled in organization and time management.
Knowledge of standard methods, materials, and tools used in appropriate skilled trades area.
Knowledge of standard safety practices and procedures.
Basic math skills to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
Problem solving skills.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Physical Environment: May require transfer between buildings in outdoor weather conditions. Work may be performed in areas that are not adequately lighted and ventilated. Variations in temperature may be experienced. The noise level is moderate to loud.
Physical Demands: May require climbing of stairs. Requires agility, dexterity, and long periods of walking, standing, bending, carrying, and lifting of supplies and equipment weighing 50 lbs. or more. May wear protective clothing necessitated by work environment or governmental regulations.
Sensory Attention: Vision abilities include close, distance, color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK SCHEDULE:
Normal work schedule for full-time positions is 8 hours per day Monday-Friday, part-time schedule is normally 4 hours per day. Flexibility to cover emergency repairs, vacation schedules or special events occasionally may be required.
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Eureka College is an equal opportunity employer committed to achieving diversity and cultural awareness within its administration, faculty, staff, and students. The College is intentional in its inclusivity of all persons regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender (including gender identity or expression), sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability or ancestry.
APPROVAL:
DATE:
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