Temporary Maintenance Assistant

NWACC•Springdale, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Grounds Supervisor, the Maintenance Assistant is responsible for a variety of duties including installation and maintenance of irrigation systems, operation of grounds / heavy equipment, (e.g. mowers, tractors, backhoes) general grounds maintenance, repairs and upkeep of college facilities. This is a Temporary Part-Time Position that will Run from May until Mid September.

Requirements

Completion of sufficient education or training to read and write
One year of experience or on-the-job training performing grounds keeping and/ or maintaining lawn-care equipment
Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a safe driving record
Knowledge of methods and practices in skilled and unskilled trades
Ability to operate and perform routine maintenance on various types of grounds keeping tools and equipment
Skill in pruning and trimming hedges, trees, shrubs etc.
Ability to receive, assign, and coordinate work activities

Responsibilities

Assist with application of herbicides and fertilizers
Operate grounds equipment
Installs, maintains and repairs irrigation systems
Maintains, cleans and winterizes equipment
Must be proficient at pruning and trimming hedges, trees, shrubs etc.
Performs mowing, edging and weed trimming
Provides general repairs and maintenance on exterior and interior of buildings
Keeps parking facilities cleaned and maintained
Provides snow and ice removal during inclement weather
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others
Additional duties may be assigned as necessary to support the goals and objectives of the department and college