Utility Facilities Technician - 3134

HES; Manhattan (KS); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Days

Paid Holidays

401K/403b Plan

Optional daily pay

Job summary

HES in Manhattan, KS is seeking a flexible mover/utility technician to support school facilities by moving furniture, setting up classrooms, and assisting with light grounds work. No prior experience required; training provided; pay rate $18/hr.

You will work with a team, follow safety procedures, lift up to 50 lbs, and contribute to clean, organized spaces across campus. Benefits include insurance options and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, follow instructions, and work as part of a team.
• Punctual, dependable, and professional demeanor.
• Must be able to work with a diverse group of people.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Previous moving or general labor experience is a plus but not required.
• Previous grounds experience is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Load, unload, and transport furniture and classroom equipment within the school building.
• Set up and arrange classrooms or event spaces according to provided layout plans.
• Handle materials carefully, following all safety procedures and lifting protocols.
• Assist with organizing storage spaces and maintaining clean, hazard-free work areas.
• Work collaboratively with team members and take directions from supervisors.
• Grounds or landscaping tasks as needed.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Team player

Punctual

Diversity-friendly

Willingness to learn

Moving/General labor

Grounds work (plus)

Job description

HES is a premier national provider of facilities management services focused 100% on educational institutions. Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, HES builds best-in-class programs for custodial, maintenance, grounds, and landscaping services. With hundreds of years of combined facilities experience, the HES leadership team is comprised of results-oriented, hands-on executives and facilities experts who give school facilities their full attention. Whether for a grounds and landscaping program, custodial services, or maintenance solutions, HES will change the way you look at facilities management.

Founded in 1972, HES has a proven track record of working successfully and exclusively in the educational environment, maintaining a singular focus on facilities management, undistracted by competing priorities. HES has earned the trust of over 150 education partners across 29 states. We employ 13,000 dedicated team members and maintain more than 200 million square feet daily.

Job Skills / Requirements

No prior work experience required! Pay rate $18/hr

Every job within a school district plays an important role—and this includes out mover/utility technicians. As part of our operations team, you will help prepare school facilities by supporting the safe and efficient movement of furniture, equipment, and materials across various school sites. You may also be tasked with light painting, grounds work, or other various tasks as needed.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Load, unload, and transport furniture and classroom equipment within the school building.
• Set up and arrange classrooms or event spaces according to provided layout plans.
• Handle materials carefully, following all safety procedures and lifting protocols.
• Assist with organizing storage spaces and maintaining clean, hazard-free work areas.
• Work collaboratively with team members and take directions from supervisors.
• Grounds or landscaping.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to read, follow instructions, and work as part of a team.
• Punctual, dependable, and professional in demeanor.
• Must be able to work with a diverse group of people.
• Willingness to learn and take initiative.
• Previous moving or general labor experience is a plus but not required.
• Previous grounds experience is a plus but not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift, push, and carry items up to 50 lbs.
• Frequent bending, stooping, standing, and walking for extended periods (up to 8 hours/day).
• Ability to operate lawn equipment, or other various tools as needed.
• Ability to work in varied indoor and outdoor environments.

Additional Information / Benefits

Optional daily pay

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Sick Days
• Paid Holidays
• 401K/403b Plan