What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance and Grounds position at Eureka College?
POSITION TITLE: Maintenance Worker
REPORTS TO: Director of Facilities
POSITION SUMMARY: Performs a wide variety of general and skilled maintenance activities, maintaining the main campus facilities and other designated college facilities in a safe operating condition.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- 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 to identify and report needed repairs.
- Construct items to modify and/or adapt facilities to specific needs.
- Respond to alarms and emergency situations to resolve 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 while completing assigned tasks.
- Responsible for ensuring buildings are appropriately secure/doors locked/lights off prior to leaving the assigned work area.
- Assist in obtaining quotes and arranging for services of outside vendors when required.
- Respond and complete assigned work orders.
- Act as an emergency 24-hour on-call contact carrying the “on-call phone” on a rotating schedule.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Will carry an assigned Eureka College communication device during work hours, when provided.
- Maintain rooms and storage areas in clean and orderly condition.
- Assist with inventory control and security of supplies.
- Review safety materials, when provided.
- Attend required weekly meetings.
- Assist in cleaning and sanitation.
- Assist with furniture and equipment set-ups for meetings, classrooms, conferences, events, and so forth.
- Assist with grounds maintenance.
- Keep walkways clear and free of hazards, including snow, and ice by applying ice melt, which may require early morning arrival.
- Other duties as assigned.
SUPERVISORY REQUIREMENTS: None
EDUCATION:
Essential: High School diploma or GED
Desirable: Associates degree in related field, technical or trade school program completion, or equivalent apprenticeship
EXPERIENCE:
Essential: 2-4 years of related work experience
Desirable: Higher education environment
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: Appropriate certification in major skill area. Valid driver’s license.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES:
- Ability to interact in a professional and respectful manner with a diverse population.
- Ability to communicate effectively 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.
- Ability to read blueprints.
- Knowledge of standard safety practices and procedures.
- Basic math skills to add, subtract, multiply, and divide.
- Critical thinking skills.
Payrate: $17 to $20 per hour, based on skill and experience.
Benefits:
Benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which offers: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance; a defined benefit pension plan; paid leaves such as Vacation, Holiday and Sick; tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of benefits, here https://www.eureka.edu/staff-faculty/human-resources
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.
Salary : $17 - $20
