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Full Time Maintenance Work/Grounds Equipment Maintenance

Iowa Western Community College, Council Bluffs, IA, United States


Overview
This position performs a wide range of facilities services tasks including preventative maintenance and repair of gasoline/small engines, non-technical plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilating, and/or air conditioning facilities and equipment, at a level not requiring formal licensure. May be required to perform tasks of other unlicensed trades, such as a light equipment operator, carpenter, painter, and/or locksmith and grounds-keeping.

Job Duties

Demonstrate IWCCâs core mission, vision and values

Perform a wide range of non-technical maintenance

Maintaining grounds and operating mowers

Diagnose, repair, and maintain gasoline/small engines (mowers, decks, brooms, snow plow/blades, chain saws, trimmers, edgerâs)

Preventative maintenance, perform routine servicing (lubrication, oil changes, spark plugs, filter replacements)

Replace worn parts, reassemble components, and adjust systems to specifications.

Keep detailed records of maintenance, repairs, and parts used.

Ability to do tasks as assigned in an efficient and timely manner with little supervision.

May preform general maintenance tasks.

Ensures proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices

Monitors and performs non-technical standard repairs to building electrical facilities and systems, such as bulbs, fixtures, switches, photo cells, and outlets; assists licensed electricians as appropriate

Monitors and performs non-technical maintenance of plumbing systems, to include standard repair of leaking fixtures, cleaning obstructed waste lines, and/or performing non-technical modifications to plumbing and water supply systems; assists licensed plumbers, as appropriate

Performs carpentry maintenance tasks including routine sheetrock/drywall installation and/or repair, window replacement, cabinet and countertop replacement, painting and texturing, and door and hardware installation, paints interior and exterior finishes, as appropriate

Performs snow removal, as needed

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures

Ability to present information both verbally and in writing in a professional manner and good record keeping skills

Understand written instructions and complete appropriate documentation as needed

Knowledge of small engine mechanics, fuel systems, and electrical systems.

Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills.

Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade

Ability to read, understand, follow, and enforce safety procedures, including Lockout/Tag out

Wear/use PPE at all times when needed

Skill in the use of computers, preferably in a PC, Windows-based operating environment

Work in a cooperative manner with management, co-workers, internal/external customers and vendors

Ability to pass a background check, have a valid U.S Driverâs License and a good driving record

Ability to pass a drug screen & pre-employment physical if applicable

Training Requirements
Iowa Western Community College provides training ensure employee safety

Physical Demands
Normal Office to Heavy work (lift 30-50 lbs.)

Other Physical Requirements

The employee frequently is required to stand for extended periods of time and use hands to operate computer keyboard, telephone and basic office equipment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with internal and external customers, listen to and respond accurate information and directions. (hear), and observe, assess, identify, detect

Ability to drive company owned or personal vehicle and operate lifts and machinery.

Must be able to move objects, and use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue

Constant movement and use of limbs; this position requires good manual dexterity, coordination and stamina

Work involves exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, and/or loud noises and working in confined spaces

Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions

Work is frequently done in outdoor weather conditions, rain, snow, sun, wind and other forms of weather

Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package, including employer paid time off, up to 19 paid holidays, additional 88 hours of paid time off in the summer, vacation & sick time; employer paid medical, dental, life; HSA with a match, IPERS pension plan with over 9% employer match, reduced summer schedule, free access to our new wellness facility, employee concierge services, and many other voluntary benefits to choose from.

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