Maintenance Worker II - Grounds - WVU Tech (Beckley)

West Virginia University • WV

120d

About The Position

A Maintenance Worker II - Grounds, provides work during the week Monday – Friday on a variety of support services in order to maintain the exterior appearance of the grounds. This work involves adhering to established standard procedures, techniques, and safety requirements with some judgment required to interpret instructions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience in general grounds maintenance and landscaping.
• Experience with proper commercial and/or residential cleaning and experience in assisting with general trades maintenance.
• Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of building trades.
• Ability to operate a computer.
• Ability to follow OSHA guidelines and associated codes.
• Knowledge of equipment, tools, parts, and materials.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain proper attendance and punctuality standards.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain average or above work standards.
• Ability to read and write in English and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability to rapidly learn all policies and procedures impacting the affected area.
• Ability to organize work flow to ensure all tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Ability to operate a state vehicle.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Ability to lift materials over 75 pounds.
• Ability to work in a lift 30 feet above the ground.
• Ability to bend, stoop, walk, crawl, etc.
• Ability to work in inclement weather.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC systems.
• Ability to work in confined areas.
• Ability to follow safety requirements and use proper safety equipment.
• Ability to perform routine maintenance such as changing filters, replacing light bulbs, and cleaning equipment and tools.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work such as digging a ditch, cleaning utility tunnels, pulling electrical cable, moving heavy equipment, shoveling snow, and the transporting and installation of materials.
• Ability to follow specific directions on a general task.
• Ability to use chemicals such as penetrating oil, glue, coil cleaner, paints, thinners, and lubricants.
• Ability to handle/install insulating and filtration materials.
• Ability to assist higher level trades technicians in facility repair and maintenance.
• Ability to operate power tools such as saws, drills, and jackhammers.
• Ability to erect and work from scaffold, ladders, and man lifts.
• Ability to perform housekeeping duties on the job site and in the shop.
• Ability to clean and maintain tools.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain the surrounding exterior appearance of all institutional buildings by raking, removing and disposing of leaves and debris; cleaning gutters, culverts, and other drainage areas; sweeping, shoveling, and removing snow, ice, slush, and mud from entryways and sidewalks; spreading salt and cinders on public passageways.
• Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing and removing thatch, and trimming and edging around flower beds, walks, and walls.
• Haul or spread topsoil and spread straw over seeded soil to hold soil in place.
• Perform winter duties associated with snow removal in their assigned areas, which may include using shovels, spreading salt, or operating a plow truck.
• Operate, service and maintain all grounds equipment, such as trucks, tractors, large seeders, riding mowers, snow removal, skid loaders, tilt bed trucks and steep slope mowing equipment.
• Dig holes and trenches and to spread and level dirt, gravel and concrete to assist in the installation of traffic signs, irrigation/drainage systems and concrete structures.
• Remove weeds from shrubs and flowerbeds as required.
• Wash graffiti from exterior walls and sidewalks; and performing other related external cleaning activities.
• Resolve pest and insect problem across campus.
• Perform general tree maintenance as required.
• Collect trash from exterior trash cans and take to trash compactor.
• Attend various training classes, seminars, and other meetings to learn new techniques and procedures and to remain current in all safety requirements.
• Assist in the performance of general painting duties as instructed, such as: painting walls, ceilings, trim, and furniture using enamel/latex paints with brushes, rollers, and low pressure sprayers.
• Relocate offices and classrooms within buildings and throughout campus by lifting, loading and unloading furniture, files cabinets, boxes, etc.
• Move, set-up, rearrange, and erect tables, chairs, platforms, bleachers, tents, displays, etc. for concerts, registration, commencement, and other special events.
• Clean and maintain the interior appearance of all buildings including classrooms, offices, laboratories, student housing, public areas, etc.
• Clean and disinfect bathrooms and kitchenettes including walls, floors, lavatories, commodes, sinks, refrigerators, stoves, fixtures, mirrors, etc.
• Change light bulbs, if the bulbs are not the problem, create a work order for others to repair.
• Plunge toilets and floor drains as needed to unclog the drains and allow water flow.
• Replenish supplies including toilet tissue, towels, and soap.
• Lock and unlock exterior and interior doors.
• Collect and properly dispose of trash and litter throughout institutional buildings and grounds including cleaning of trash receptacles and assisting sanitation vehicle operators.
• Create a work order if you detect an issue that needs repaired.
• Order supplies or identify if equipment is not working.
• Perform other duties as assigned or as directed.

Benefits

• 37.5-hour work week.
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar).
• 15 annual leave (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service (employee leave).
• 18 sick days per year.
• Range of health insurance and other benefits.
• 401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match.
• Eligibility to continue health insurance and other retiree perks.
• Wellness programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees