Maintenance Worker - Grounds

ZipRecruiter; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Maintenance Worker for Grounds. The position involves general maintenance and landscaping duties, ensuring the safety and appearance of campus facilities. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant experience in grounds maintenance. This role offers opportunities to contribute to a well-maintained campus environment.

Qualifications

• Must be able to work outside in hot and cold weather.
• Requires six months of skilled labor or maintenance experience.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance on Campus buildings and grounds.
• Plant, cultivate, and maintain Campus grounds.
• Operate landscaping equipment and perform upkeep.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Groundskeeping

Equipment operation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Landscaping equipment

Chainsaws

Front-end loaders

Weed trimmers

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES ANNOUNCES AN OPENING IN OPERATIONS (PHYSICAL PLANT)

POSITION: Maintenance Worker - Grounds (2 vacancies)

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES: Perform general maintenance and work on Campus buildings and grounds. Perform a variety of general maintenance and grounds keeping duties. Plant, cultivate, water, weed and prune Campus grounds, trees, flowers and shrubbery. Operate general landscaping equipment such front-end loaders, backhoes, chainsaws, edgers and weed trimmers. Perform maintenance and upkeep of tools and equipment utilized to perform duties. Remove trash and debris from grounds, sidewalks, driveways and parking areas. Ensure appearance and safety of all Campus areas. Regular attendance is an essential function of this position

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School Diploma or equivalent. Six months experience skilled labor, grounds or building maintenance. Heavy lifting up to 50 lbs and carrying up to 50 lbs Must be able to work outside in both hot and cold weather. Ability to reach above shoulder.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Some vocational training. One year experience in grounds maintenance Must be able to work outside in both hot and cold weather. Ability to operate grounds-related equipment including front-end loaders and zero turn mowers.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled

Please submit application materials by the announced deadline. The original signed Rose State College application form and unofficial degree conferring transcripts must be received by this office for formal consideration; however, should an offer of employment be extended, official transcripts are required.
Candidate selected will serve a probationary period. All finalists may be subject to a background check and/or drug test.

(POSTED ON August 7, 2023)
Must be eligible to work in the United States
Rose State College's Annual Security Report, including VAWA disclosures, is located at

https://www.rose.edu/media/14656/2024_annual_security_and_fire_safety_re...

An Equal Opportunity Employer
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, reasonable accommodations in
the application process will be provided upon written request.

HUMAN RESOURCES/AAO [phone]
6420 SE 15th STREET ~ MIDWEST CITY, OK ~ 73110-2799

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