Grounds Maintenance Worker I

University Corporation for Atmospheric Research (UCAR)•Boulder, CO

6d•$47,610 - $56,220

About The Position

Under general and direct supervision, the Grounds Maintenance Worker I performs or assists with skilled and semi-skilled tasks that support the maintenance of UCAR|NCAR facilities, infrastructure, and operations. Work includes groundskeeping, snow removal, equipment operation, and other assigned duties. The position also has after-hours on-call responsibilities, including snow removal, assistance with infrastructure emergency response, and technical security infrastructure support. The role may assist other trades under their supervisors’ direction, including occasional carpentry, minor roof repairs, HVAC, cooling plant water treatment, plumbing, and electrical maintenance. The worker also performs administrative, safety, housekeeping, and materials-handling duties; attends safety and equipment training; records work and materials in the Facilities Operations Management application; and follows UCAR policies and procedures. Hiring range is $47,610–$56,220, with final compensation based on relevant education, experience, and skills.

Requirements

High school graduate.
At least 2 years of experience in a facilities maintenance program or commercial landscaping.
Valid Colorado driver’s license and driving record compliant with UCAR’s liability insurance requirements.
Skill and knowledge in commercial landscaping and/or snow removal.
Experience using hand tools, power tools, ladders, personal protective equipment, and other equipment common in facilities maintenance.
Ability to work safely and produce craftsman-like results.
Ability to understand and act on verbal and written instructions.
Ability to carry 50 pounds for 20 feet.
Ability to work on scaffolds and personnel lifts up to 40 feet.
Ability to work on call during snowfall events, potentially including shift work, and willingness and ability to respond to after-hours emergencies and work outside normal duties as needed.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing, and to listen and respond appropriately.
Ability to develop and maintain positive relationships with UCAR staff and respond courteously to reasonable requests.
Experience, skill, and judgment to perform assigned duties safely and identify and respond appropriately to infrastructure issues and safety hazards.

Nice To Haves

Basic computer skills.
Knowledge of Google applications.
Experience operating and maintaining groundskeeping equipment, including riding and push mowers, edgers, trimmers, chainsaws, skid loaders, and sweepers.
Experience with lawn care, weed removal, watering, hedge trimming, branch or tree removal, trash pickup, irrigation systems, and maintenance of parking lots, paths, and landscape features.
Experience operating and maintaining snow-removal equipment, including snowplows, snow blowers, sanders, skid loaders, and sweepers.
Experience assisting with carpentry, minor roof repairs, HVAC, cooling plant water treatment, plumbing, or electrical maintenance.

Responsibilities

Perform or assist with groundskeeping, snow removal, equipment operation, and other facilities maintenance tasks.
Operate and maintain groundskeeping and snow-removal equipment, and complete related training and safety certifications as provided by the employer.
Perform outdoor maintenance, including mowing, weeding, watering, hedge trimming, branch and tree removal, trash pickup, irrigation work, and maintenance of parking lots, paths, and landscape features.
Remain available for on-call snow-removal duties and respond to after-hours emergency call-ins, which may involve first-, second-, or third-shift work.
Assist other trades as needed, including occasional carpentry and minor roof repairs, HVAC and other mechanical maintenance, cooling plant water treatment, plumbing, and electrical maintenance such as wire pulls, trenching, and digging.
Handle materials and help maintain facilities infrastructure and operations.
Perform general administrative, safety, and housekeeping duties; participate in safety, skills, and equipment-operator training.
Record hours worked, work performed, materials used, and problems found in the Facilities Operations Management application.
Follow UCAR policies and procedures and apply safety policies, procedures, and training to maintain a safe work environment.
Respond promptly and attentively to work requests, minimizing disruption to the workplace.
Identify infrastructure issues and safety hazards, take appropriate action, or notify the appropriate trade person, management entity, or UCAR Safety.