Facilities Maintenance Worker

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa; Red Cliff (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Worker to perform custodial and maintenance tasks across tribal buildings and grounds in Red Cliff, WI. Duties include repairs, landscaping, and preventive maintenance, with on-call availability and occasional travel.

The role requires a High School diploma or GED, 1 year of related experience if possible, and a valid driver's license. Competitive hourly wage with benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED required.
• At least one year of experience in building maintenance, construction, plumbing, or electrical work is strongly preferred but not required.
• Willingness to obtain additional training or education as needed to stay up-to-date.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential.
• Must work independently, organize workload, and manage time effectively.
• Must possess strong judgment and interpersonal skills and maintain positive working relationships.
• Experience with various types of equipment, power tools, machinery is preferred.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license, vehicle, and appropriate vehicle coverage; occasional travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Facilities Maintenance team to complete tasks efficiently and safely.
• Maintain tribal properties, including grounds, sidewalks, parking lots, and buildings.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs (caulking, electrical, plumbing, painting, appliance repair).
• Assist with electrical, heating, and plumbing repairs and troubleshooting.
• Report physical breakdowns and respond to work orders as assigned.
• Maintain grounds and seasonal outdoor maintenance, including snow/ice removal.

Skills

Communication

Independent work

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Tools

Power tools

Machinery

Vehicle operation

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Facilities Maintenance Worker

LOCATION: Red Cliff Maintenance Building/All Tribal Building and

Facilities

SALARY:$18.00 - $28.00, Plus Benefits, depending on experience

SUPERVISOR(S):Facilities Maintenance Director, Public Works Division

Administrator/Assistant

THIS IS A REGULAR FULL-TIME NON-EXEMPT POSITION

JOB SUMMARY

The Maintenance Worker position performs a variety of custodial/janitorial and maintenance tasks, including cleaning, repairs, and landscaping, to ensure the upkeep of tribal buildings, grounds, and equipment. Maintenance workers assigned work locations are at the discretion of the supervisor and may vary based on departmental needs and/or employee suitability.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Work as part of the Facilities Maintenance team, following direction and contributing to a positive work environment. The maintenance worker will be expected to collaborate with other team members to complete tasks efficiently and effectively, share knowledge and expertise, and support a positive and productive workplace culture.
2. Assist in maintaining all aspects of tribal properties, including grounds, sidewalks, parking lots, common areas, interior and exterior of buildings, and all department equipment.
3. Perform routine maintenance and repairs, such as caulking, minor electrical repairs (e.g., replacing switches, fuses), unplugging sinks and toilets, faucet repair and replacement, wall preparation/patching, painting, and appliance repair.
4. Assist with electrical, heating, and plumbing repairs, including replacing light fixtures, receptacles, troubleshooting HVAC issues, and replacing sink traps and drains.
5. Report any physical breakdowns, damage, repairs, or liabilities related to facilities maintenance to the Supervisor. Document and respond to work orders as assigned.
6. Maintain grounds throughout seasonal changes, including lawn care, landscaping, and snow/ice removal.
7. Utilize communications equipment (e.g., tablets, cell phones) for efficient maintenance operations. Equipment must be turned on while on-duty or on-call.
8. Assist with inspections, including annual, heating & mechanical, buildings & grounds, and preventative maintenance inspections.
9. Be available for scheduled maintenance work and on-call outside of normal working hours.
10. Perform physically demanding outdoor work in all weather conditions.
11. Adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
12. Eligible maintenance workers may receive cross-training to support the Public Works Divsion. This cross-training will help ensure that the Public Works Division has adequate staffing to handle emergencies and workload fluctuations, while also providing maintenance workers with valuable new skills and career development opportunities.
13. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs, such as increased workload, new projects, or changes in departmental structure. Any changes will be communicated to the employee in writing or through a formal performance review.

SUPERVISORY AUTHORITY

None

KNOWLEDGE

A maintenance worker typically needs a foundation of knowledge in basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and general building maintenance and safety to effectively perform their duties.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School graduate or GED required.
2. At least one year of experience in building maintenance, construction, plumbing, or electrical work is strongly preferred but not required.
3. The successful candidate must be willing and able to obtain additional training or education as needed to stay up-to-date on industry best practices and develop their skills.
4. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential.
5. Must be able to work independently, organize workload, and manage time effectively.
6. Must possess strong judgment, interpersonal skills, and the ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships.
7. Experience with various types of equipment, power tools, machinery, etc. is preferred.
8. Basic computer skills is required.
9. Must possess and maintain a current, valid driver's license, vehicle, and appropriate vehicle coverage. Eligibility for inclusion in the Tribe's vehicle insurance policy is required. The maintenance worker will be required to drive for work purposes, which may include local driving and occasional long-distance travel.

PERSONAL CONTACTS

Supervisors, Public Works staff, other tribal departmental staff, and community members.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The Maintenance Worker must have the ability to do physical manual labor, such as shoveling, mowing, painting, and cleaning, that would require bending, twisting, reaching, climbing, and lifting at least 50 pounds. Physical fitness is essential for performing these tasks effectively and safely.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Red Cliff Tribal Buildings. Both indoors and outdoors, with ground maintenance tasks including winter snow removal and ice control. All Tribal Buildings are smoke free.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

The Maintenance Worker will be required to travel locally to obtain parts, travel to and from work sites, and occasionally attend meetings and/or trainings both locally and nationally, which may involve overnight stays.

BEHAVIOR AND ATTITUDE

The vision, goals and objectives of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa requires that the employee performs in both a professional and personable manner. The manner in which the employee relates to fellow employees, customers and visitors is considered parallel in importance to technical knowledge and ability. Respect and consideration given to the dignity of each customer, visitor and fellow employee is a requisite of successful job performance. Any behavior or attitude that tarnishes the name or image of the Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa will be subject to immediate disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Indian preference will be applied in the case of equally qualified applicants, but all qualified applicants will be considered.

This job description is subject to change at employer’s discretion, after consultation with the employee.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT

Red Cliff Band of Lake Superior Chippewa

Human Resources Department

88455 Pike Road

Bayfield, WI 54814

www.redcliff-nsn.gov

[e-mail]

[phone]

The Red Cliff Tribal Council has a Drug Free Work Place Policy and adheres to the intent of the Drug Free Work Place Act. All new hires are subject to a drug test prior to starting.

All applicants for employment with the Red Cliff Tribe will be subject to the background investigation and other requirements of RCCL Chapter 43, and are under a continuing obligation to supplement this application for employment with information concerning any convictions that occur after commencement of employment with the Tribe.