General Maintenance Technician I, Grounds

University of Louisville•Louisville, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Daily duties include light to heavy lifting, collecting and hauling trash, and monitoring recycling, garbage receptacles, and dumpsters to maintain a clean appearance. Duties also include weeding, irrigating plant areas, and trimming/pruning trees, shrubs, and grass as needed.

Requirements

Basic ability to read and write and six months of experience.
Valid driver's license, insurable by the university's insurance carrier and able to operate manual transmission vehicles.
Must pass pre-employment physical.
Additional experience may be used on a one-to-one basis to offset the educational requirements.

Responsibilities

Lift and move equipment, furniture, and miscellaneous items between various locations, including up and down stairs, using furniture dollies and other resources appropriate for completing the job
Lift up to 50 pounds on a consistent basis and move/lift items over 50 pounds with material handling devices
Load and unload trucks
Collect and remove trash and clean parking garages and lots
Set up and assemble displays for special events in various departments
Assist other trades with maintenance, construction, and repair, including but not limited to shoveling, pouring concrete, moving heavy items, changing filters, and other related duties.
Lift and haul away debris, drywall, and lumber from renovation sites
Properly maintain and store tools, equipment, and vehicles
Perform safety checks on equipment and vehicles for safe operations according to the standard of use and report any damage for repairs or replacement
Effectively work alone and with a team
Operate a box truck, forklift, and other heavy equipment, as needed
Remove snow and ice from university walkways, roads, ramps, parking areas, and shuttle bus stops by utilizing the appropriate snow removal equipment and spreading salt in those areas
Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner.
Attend required trainings and meetings.
Contribute to the overall success of the assigned department by performing other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor(s)
Must be willing and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including but not limited to snow, rain, heat, and cold
This position is a required personnel position and requires the employee’s physical presence at the workplace. Additionally, the employee is required to report to (or remain at) work to assist with University emergencies during closures.