Grounds & Maintenance Worker

Aurizon Holdings Limited; Lewiston (ME); On-site; USD 27,056 - 28,736; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Retirement matching

10 days paid vacation

13 paid holidays

Job summary

Bates College is seeking a Grounds & Maintenance Worker in Lewiston, ME. The role involves maintaining the grounds of all College properties and operating related equipment.

The position requires a high school diploma, a valid Maine driver’s license, and at least 2 years of experience. Candidates should be prepared for on-call emergencies, weekend shifts, and event support as part of a full-time, year-round schedule.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 2 years of experience.
• Skills and Knowledge: Equity and inclusion, basic math, computer skills, troubleshooting, following instructions, and relationship building.

Responsibilities

• Operate grounds maintenance equipment.
• Perform all grounds maintenance tasks.
• Follow safety policies and procedures.
• Complete work orders timely.
• Strive for efficiency in work and shop procedures.
• On-call for emergency response when needed.
• Work weekends, holidays, and non-traditional schedules for campus events and snow removal.
• Support Convocation, Commencement and Reunion events.

Skills

Equity & inclusion

Basic math

Computer skills

Troubleshoot equipment

Follow instructions

Team relationships

Education

High school diploma

2 years experience

Maine driver’s license

Job description

Grounds & Maintenance Worker

Job no: 493142
Work type: Staff Full Time - Full Year
Location: Lewiston, ME
Categories: Grounds & Maintenance

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 and College safety policies and procedures.
• Complete all assigned work orders in a timely manner.
• Continually strive for work performance and shop procedure efficiencies.
• 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, snow removal and major campus events.
• Mandatory work includes but is not limited to the weekends of Convocation, Commencement and Reunion, athletic events and snow removal.

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, 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.

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].