Facilities Specialist

ROBERT MORRIS UNIVERSITY; Moon (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

ROBERT MORRIS UNIVERSITY in Virginia is seeking a Facilities Specialist to oversee maintenance for the campus waste program and grounds. This role involves managing waste removal processes and maintaining site amenities during various activities.

The ideal candidate should possess an Associate's Degree or equivalent experience, have a background in horticulture, and be skilled in operating maintenance equipment. Must have excellent communication skills and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Preferred Associate's Degree or equivalent work experience.
• Background in horticulture or agronomy is preferred.
• Experience with computer programs and snow removal processes is a plus.
• Must have a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Manage waste and recycling removal processes on campus.
• Oversee grounds maintenance and asset cleaning.
• Utilize a management system to track Grounds work orders.
• Assist with snow removal and emergency calls.

Skills

Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills

Ability to operate equipment including tractors and skid loaders

Knowledge of snow removal processes

Experience in field maintenance

Proficiency in Microsoft applications and scheduling software

Education

Associate's Degree or equivalent work experience

Horticultural/Agronomy background

PA Pesticide License in Core, Category 6 and 7

Job description

The Facilities Specialist serves as the primary laborer of maintenance for the campus waste program and grounds maintenance. Responsible for site amenities and gathering space. Will also be a resource to all other Grounds, Maintenance and Operations of work.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the University waste management program at all University owned sites. Under direction of the Director, Grounds and Capital Projects, facilitates the waste and recycling removal process from building to container, container to dumpster, and from dumpster to hauler. Improves on and creates efficiencies over time that he/she see fit.
• This person shall be responsible for direct oversight and execution of work necessary to ensure that all grounds waste systems/assets and physical conditions are properly maintained. Performs asset cleaning and provides oversight when third parties are contracted to clean/maintenance compactors. Maintains onsite containers as well as one-offs used for construction, move‑in, move‑out, etc.
• Utilizes a computerized management system to administer and track applicable Grounds work orders. Participates in the department sustainability program of Renew/Reuse/Recycle, and works to improve the University's recycling efforts. Extracts information from the Google Calendar and other departments for planning purposes.
• Works with other Facilities Management personnel to supplement labor during staffing gaps.
• Under direction of the Director, Grounds and Capital Projects, he/she is required to oversee and assist with snow removal in their area of responsibility and insure all walks, ramps, steps, entrances to buildings, roadways, and/or parking lots are free of ice and snow.
• Will be required to drive on behalf of the University. Evening and weekend hours may be required as well as the ability to work flexible shifts, holidays and weekends. Vacations (PTO) approval may be limited during peak activity periods. This position will be required to work as scheduled during University closings to ensure campus needs are met.
• Responds to emergency calls including, but not limited to, equipment failures, utility interruptions, and weather related emergencies. Provides immediate notification to his/her supervisor of any major problem or emergencies in their area of responsibility.
• As requested by Director, Grounds and Capital Projects, assist when applicable with University related construction projects - prior, during, and after - emptying and loading space.
• Must maintain a functional awareness of typical hazards of the work place as well as special hazards that he/she or any fellow employees may encounter.
• Works with university services and departments in a professional manner. Provides continuous customer service. Assists with game day events, set up and cleanup. Performs related work as directed by the Assistant Directors, Associate Directors, and Directors as well coordination with Facilities Specialists I and II.
• Provide assistance to Director, Grounds and Capital Projects, and Facilities Specialist I and II, with campus moves, (academic/office/housing), both internal and external as well as operational and capital/construction.
• All other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree or equivalent work experience is preferred.
• Horticultural/Agronomy background is preferred. Previous experience operating computer programs such as Microsoft applications and event/work order scheduling software, as well as the knowledge to apply these programs to job performance. Experience in snow removal processes preferred.
• Previous experience in field maintenance is preferred along with the ability to operate equipment including but not limited to tractors, skid loaders, etc.
• Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills are required.
• PA Pesticide License in Core, Category 6 and 7 is preferred.
• Valid driver's license is required.

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