Maintenance Worker Ii

General Description of Position Under the general direction and supervision of the Superintendent, Physical Plant, the Maintenance Worker II is responsible for campus grounds maintenance and may be assigned to a variety of campus maintenance responsibilities and assignments, provide support to remodeling and construction projects and other general maintenance assignments to ensure campuses are well maintained and safe for employees, students and visitors.
The Maintenance Worker II is responsible for the care and upkeep of lawns, trees, shrubs, and decorative areas in multiple locations for the college.
This is a full-time regular position.Southeast Community College offers competitive compensation and a robust benefits package, including, but not limited to medical/dental insurance, 403(b) retirement with College matching contribution, vision insurance, flexible spending account, and tuition reimbursement.
Southeast Community College also offers extensive leave plans.
In addition, Southeast Community College makes available to all full-time employees the use of "Ben Dollars" (cash-in-lieu potential for certain coverage levels) to cover medical and dental premiums.Essential FunctionsPrimarily responsible for groundskeeping at multiple assigned campus locations.Keep grounds clean from litter and trash.Perform, schedule, and coordinate maintenance of locations landscaping including mowing, trimming, raking, fertilizing, spraying, and irrigating all areas.
Trim, prune, and spray trees and shrubs.Plant trees, shrubs, and flowers.Support future landscaping projects including the Lincoln Campus healing gardens, walking/running paths, and possible arboretum.Address stormwater management and erosion control challenges on campus.Make recommendations for all aspects of the grounds.Provide guidance and input in the decision-making process of ordering trees, shrubs, flowers, and fertilizer.Operate, maintain, and repair grounds equipment.Responsible for training and safe operation of equipment while performing various essential functions of the position for self and other staff; lawn and garden tractors with a mower or blade attachment, forklift, sidewalk edger, mower with front-mounted mower blade, push mowers, weed-eaters, hand sprayers, snow blowers, chainsaws, and variety of small hand tools.Responsible for maintenance of mowing equipment and hand tools; oil changes, sharpening blades, filter changes, replacing bolts, bearings, tires, etc.Responsible for coordinating snow removal; Supervise crew and remove snow and ice from sidewalks, steps, streets, parking lots, driveways, and fire exits.
Applies ice melt product to slick areas.Inventory; Is responsible for keeping a current listing of all grounds-related inventories in both the surplus and maintenance cost centers.Supervise grounds crew student workers.
Assist in Materials Management Determine materials needed for specific projects, calculate costs, order materials, and keep records of the project materials and costs.Assist in the tracking of inventory, orders, and receive materials, supplies, and tools.Assists in general construction and remodeling using powered and hand tools and will ensure maintenance of tools.This position may be assigned or to perform other general maintenance, construction, or physical plant responsibilities such as:Opens and closes buildings, as required.Operates equipment including trucks, automobiles, tractors, mowers, and forklifts.Performs preventive maintenance on equipment such as cleaning filters, changing oil, greasing, and using powered and hand tools.Climbs ladders to perform tasks such as changing light bulbs, and gaining access to equipment and roofs.Perform basic plumbing, heating, and air conditioning skills including repairing faucets, toilets, water leaks, pumps, heaters, air conditioners, disposers, and unclogging drains.Mow and trim lawn with a power mower, or power trimmer, weeds, and trim trees and bushes using hand and power saws.
Communicate with supervisors, students, visitors, and staff in a professional and accurate manner on a daily basis.Read, review, understand, interpret, and utilize blueprints and other schematic diagrams.
Must be able to construct or remodel according to prepared plans.May be assigned supervisory duties for full and part-time staff.Promote/Support the Organizational Environment through Goal 9 of the Strategic Plan: Promote and support the College's organizational environment goals.
Maximize operational efficiency by enhancing policies and procedures, staffing, and communication processes and practices.
Enhance positive communication processes and practices, and maximize a positive and engaging organizational environment by encouraging input, reflective and transparent communication, and compassion and respect toward the views and ideas of others.Promote/Support Diversity, Inclusion, Equity, and AccessWork toward creating a welcoming, inclusive, equitable, and productive work and learning environment, where all students, faculty members, and college employees are valued and may contribute to their full potential, regardless of their differences.
Make concerted efforts to implement accessible and inclusive practices and processes aimed at creating a diverse and equitable learning and work environment.
Commit to fostering and maintaining a safe environment of respect and inclusion for students, employees, and members of the community, and promote and support the College's policies and programming related to access, fair employment, EEO, equity, inclusion, and diversity.Marginal FunctionsAssist in the maintenance of all custodial and maintenance equipment.On-call during inclement weather to assist with snow removal.Assist with the installation of concrete, including preparation of the area and operating jackhammers when needed.Assist with the general maintenance of the building and grounds; including carpentry, painting, and vehicle maintenance.Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required.May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required.Perform other College functions and duties as assigned.Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required.
Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College.
Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification.
Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek.Required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesAbility to read, understand, and/or follow instructions related to hazardous materials, fertilizers, and lawn care products.Knowledge and ability to safely operate power lawn equipment, forklifts, hand tools, and other equipment as required.Ability to work and communicate with a diverse group of staff, student workers, and the public both in writing, in person, and on the phone.Ability to work as a productive member of a maintenance team using the established practices, procedures, and policies of the college and directives of the supervisor.Knowledge and ability to use safe lifting and moving techniques.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Operate riding mower equipment in a seated position for extended periods of time.Able to get on and off of riding mower equipment.Stand on feet and walk for an extended period of time operating push-type mowers and weedeaters.Lift 80 lbs.
On a regular basis.
Carry 50 lbs.
On a regular basis.
Bend, stoop, or squat to ground level on a repetitive basis.Hand-eye coordination to operate equipment.
Reach overhead on a repetitive basis.Climb on ladders to heights of 12 feet.Work outside under extreme hot and cold conditions.Work in areas, involving dust, odors, pollen fumes, and gases.Work in areas with noises, some requiring the use of hearing protection.
Use of Safety glasses and leather boots are required.
Ability to use basic computer skills.The individual must possess the skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED.Two (2) years of experience in groundskeeping.One (1) year of experience in vehicle maintenance.Ability to qualify for auto insurance coveragePossess and maintain a current, valid Driver License Desired Qualifications Hold a Nebraska Certified Pesticide Application License.Supervisory experience in the area of groundskeeping or other relevant maintenance supervisory experience.