General Maintenance Technician I (Groundskeeping Laborer)

University of Louisville•Louisville, KY

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The General Maintenance Technician I (Groundskeeping Laborer) provides labor support to the Grounds department at the Belknap Campus. Daily work includes lifting, collecting and hauling trash, monitoring recycling, garbage receptacles, and dumpsters, and maintaining a clean appearance. The position also involves weeding, irrigating plant areas, and trimming or pruning trees, shrubs, and grass as needed. This is a required personnel position that requires physical presence at the workplace. The employee must report to or remain at work to assist with University emergencies during closures. The role requires working outdoors in all weather conditions, including snow, rain, heat, and cold. Compensation is commensurate with candidate experience.

Requirements

Basic ability to read and write.
Six months of experience.
Valid driver's license.
Must be insurable by the University's insurance carrier.
Ability to operate manual-transmission vehicles.
Pre-employment physical exam required.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds consistently and move or lift items over 50 pounds using material-handling devices.
Ability and willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions.
Ability to work effectively alone and with a team.

Responsibilities

Collect and remove trash, and clean parking garages and parking lots.
Perform tasks as assigned by the Foreman.
Lift up to 50 pounds consistently and move or lift items over 50 pounds using material-handling devices.
Set up for special events in various departments as assigned.
Work effectively alone and as part of a team.
Remove snow and ice from University walkways, roads, ramps, parking areas, and shuttle bus stops using appropriate snow-removal equipment, and spread salt in those areas.
Maintain and store tools, equipment, and vehicles properly.
Load and unload trucks.
Operate a box truck, forklift, and other heavy equipment as needed.
Conduct safety checks on equipment and vehicles according to standards of use, and report damage for repair or replacement.
Complete required paperwork in a timely manner.
Attend required trainings and meetings.
Perform other essential duties and responsibilities assigned by supervisors to contribute to the assigned department’s success.
Report to or remain at work to assist with University emergencies during closures.