Maintenance Assistant

Arkansas Tech University; Russellville (AR); On-site; USD 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Tech University is seeking a Maintenance Assistant responsible for grounds maintenance and labor activities. The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma and experience in grounds keeping. This full-time position offers a salary of $30,200/year with opportunities for various tasks including mowing, weeding, and equipment maintenance.

Qualifications

• Completion of sufficient education or training to read and write.
• Two years of experience/on-the-job training in grounds keeping activities.
• Ability to lift objects over 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Performs grounds maintenance by mowing, edging, weeding, and trimming.
• Operates light to medium lawn equipment.
• Collects and removes trash from the lawn.

Skills

Knowledge of methods and practices in skilled and unskilled trades

Ability to operate and perform routine maintenance on grounds keeping tools

Ability to receive, assign, and coordinate work activities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Zero-turn mower

Weed-eater

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Arkansas Tech University provided pay range

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Base pay range

$30,200.00/yr - $30,200.00/yr

Application Deadline: June 30, 2025

Salary: $30,200

About Arkansas Tech

Founded in 1909, Arkansas Tech University is a comprehensive public institution with a rich history, maintaining regional accreditation from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) and classification as a Southern Regional Education Board (SREB) level III institution. ATU was ranked the No. 1 regional public university in Arkansas by U.S. News and World Report in 2021-22 and 2022-23 and CollegeNET recognizes ATU as the No. 1 institution in Arkansas on its Social Mobility Index. Since 2019, Arkansas Tech has been the host institution for the prestigious Arkansas Governor's School. The 559-acre Russellville campus, located in the scenic Arkansas River Valley between the Ozark and Ouachita Mountains, is just one hour from the capital city of Little Rock. Russellville features a charming blend of historic and modern architecture as well as the recreational opportunities provided by Lake Dardanelle and several state parks. Offering more than 100 undergraduate degree programs and more than 40 graduate degree and certificate programs across five academic colleges and two campuses, Arkansas Tech strives to provide a solid educational foundation for life-long learning to a diverse community.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for grounds maintenance and general labor activities. This position is governed by state and federal laws and institution policy.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Performs grounds maintenance by mowing, edging, weeding, and trimming lawns and bushes, planting trees, and sodding yards.

Collects and removes trash from lawn.

Operates light to medium lawn equipment.

Assists with work orders for special events and exhibits.

Maintains equipment by oiling, greasing, sharpening blades, and performing other minor repairs and services vehicles which includes: filling with gas, changing oil, tune*ups, and washing.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge of methods and practices in skilled and unskilled trades.

Ability to operate and perform routine maintenance on various types of grounds keeping tools and equipment.

Ability to receive, assign, and coordinate work activities.

Minimum Requirements

Completion of sufficient education or training to read and write; plus two years of experience/on-the-job training in grounds keeping activities and/or the maintenance of lawn-care equipment.

Additional requirements determined by the institution for recruiting purposes require review and approval by the Arkansas Division of Higher Education.

OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.

Preferred Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience in the use of a zero-turn mower, weed-eater, and other lands and grounds equipment.

Ability to lift objects over 25 pounds.

Work Location, Environment, and Physical Demands:

Operating, lifting and carrying a variety of lawn equipment.

Lifting and carrying cumbersome items.

Working in varied weather conditions is required.

To be considered for the position of Maintenance Assistant, all applications must be received and processed through our applicant tracking system Cornerstone prior to the closing date on June 30, 2025 before 6:00 pm central time.

Please go to https://atu.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=1&c=atu to apply now.

This position is subject to a pre-employment criminal background check. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Arkansas Tech University is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, race, age, national origin, religion, veteran status, genetic information, or disability.

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