Grounds & Maintenance Worker

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 27,056 - 28,736; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement contribution

Vacation time

Paid holidays

Free parking

Job summary

Bates College is seeking a Grounds & Maintenance Worker to maintain the grounds across college properties. Responsibilities include operating all grounds equipment, completing work orders, and ensuring safety procedures are followed.

The role requires weekend and on-call availability for campus events and snow removal. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid Maine driver’s license, plus 2 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Commitment to equity and inclusion within a diverse college community.
• Basic math and computer literacy for daily operations.
• Ability to logically troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately.
• Ability to establish and maintain professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Operate all grounds maintenance related equipment.
• Perform all grounds maintenance related tasks.
• Follow safety policies and procedures for the college.
• Complete all assigned work orders promptly.
• Improve work performance and shop efficiency.
• Respond to emergencies on call when needed.
• Work weekends, holidays, and non-traditional schedules for campus events and snow removal.
• Support Convocation, Commencement, Reunion, athletic events, and snow removal.

Skills

Equity and inclusion

Math and computer skills

Troubleshoot equipment

Follow instructions

Relationship building

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Maine driver’s license

Job description

Grounds & Maintenance Worker

Position Purpose

The Grounds & Maintenance Worker is responsible for maintaining the grounds of all College owned properties.

Job Duties

• Operate all grounds maintenance related equipment.
• Perform all grounds maintenance related tasks.
• Perform all tasks in accordance with recognized National andCollege safety policies and procedures.
• Complete all assigned work orders in a timely manner.
• Continually strive for work performance and shop procedureefficiencies.
• Perform routine emergency response "on call" duty when necessary.
• Ability and willingness to work weekends, holidays, and other non-traditional schedules to support campus emergencies, snowremoval and major campus events.
• Mandatory work includes but is not limited to the weekends of Convocation, Commencement and Reunion, athletic events and snowremoval.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have valid Maine driver’s license.

Experience

• 2 years of experience.

Skills and Knowledge

• Commitment to equity and inclusion, and serving the needs of a culturally and educationally diverse community.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• Ability to logically trouble‑shoot equipment problems.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions in the conduct of the job.
• Establish and maintain working relationships with supervisors, co‑workers and outside contacts.

Benefits

Bates College offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits (health, dental, 9% retirement contribution with potential for an additional 3% match, 10 days of vacation, 13 paid holidays, free parking, access to library and athletic facilities & more), and a supportive, collegial environment in a drug- and smoke-free workplace.

Hiring Range

The hiring range for this position is $19.64 to $20.86. Placement within the range depends on experience and other factors.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Bates College is committed to the principle of equal opportunity and providing an educational and work environment free from discrimination. The college prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status and other legally protected statuses in the recruitment and admission of its students, in the administration of its education policies and programs, or in the recruitment of its faculty and staff. Bates College adheres to all applicable state and federal equal opportunity laws and regulations. All college faculty, staff, students, contractors, visitors, and volunteers are responsible for understanding and complying with the Non-Discrimination Policy. Inquiries concerning the college’s policies, compliance with applicable laws, statutes, and regulations (such as Title VII, Title IX, and ADA/Section 504), and complaints may be directed to Gwen Lexow, Title IX Officer, 207‑786‑6445 or via email at [e-mail].