University of Louisville

Department:
Location:
Belknap Campus
Time Type:
Full time
Worker Type:
Regular
Job Req ID:
R109455
Minimum Requirements:
Basic ability to read and write and six months of experience. Valid driver's license, insurable by the university's insurance carrier and able to operate manual transmission vehicles. Pre-employment physical exam required. Grade 1 (Hourly)
Position Description:
The General Maintenance Technician I (Groundskeeping Laborer) position provides labor support to the Grounds department. Daily duties include light to heavy lifting, collecting and hauling trash, and monitoring recycling, garbage receptacles, and dumpsters to maintain a clean appearance. Duties also include weeding, irrigating plant areas, and trimming/pruning trees, shrubs, and grass as needed.
This position is a required personnel position and requires the employee’s physical presence at the workplace. Additionally, the employee is required to report to (or remain at) work to assist with University emergencies during closures.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
<ul>
<li>Collect and remove trash and clean parking garages and parking lots.</li>
<li>Perform tasks as assigned by the Foreman.</li>
<li>Lift up to 50 pounds on a consistent basis and move/lift items over 50 pounds with material handling devices</li>
<li>Set up for special events in various departments as assigned.</li>
<li>Effectively work alone and with a team.</li>
<li>Remove snow and ice from university walkways, roads, ramps, parking areas, and shuttle bus stops by utilizing the appropriate snow removal equipment and spreading salt in those areas.</li>
<li>Properly maintain and store tools, equipment, and vehicles.</li>
<li>Load and unload trucks.</li>
<li>Operate a box truck, forklift, and other heavy equipment, as needed.</li>
<li>Perform safety checks on equipment and vehicles for safe operations according to the standard of use, and report any damage for repairs or replacement</li>
<li>Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Attend required trainings and meetings.</li>
<li>Contribute to the overall success of the assigned department by performing other essential duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor(s).
Must be willing and able to work outdoors in all weather conditions, including but not limited to snow, rain, heat, and cold.</li>
</ul>
Compensation will be commensurate to candidate experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Louisville is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. The University strives to provide equal employment opportunity on the basis of merit and without unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran status, marital status, or pregnancy. In accordance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Vietnam Era Veteran Readjustment Act of 1974, the University prohibits job discrimination of individuals with disabilities, Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans. The University acknowledges its obligations to ensure affirmative steps are taken to ensure equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment. It is the policy of the University that no employee or applicant for employment be subject to unlawful discrimination in terms of recruitment, hiring, promotion, contract, contract renewal, tenure, compensation, benefits, and/or working conditions. No employee or applicant for employment is required to endorse or condemn a specific ideology, political viewpoint, or social viewpoint to be eligible for hiring, contract renewal, tenure, or promotion.
Consistent with applicable law, demographic information is collected for aggregate reporting requirements. Demographic information provided through this application is not available to hiring managers/committees and is not considered in hiring or employment decisions.
Assistance and Accommodations
Computers are available for application submission at the Human Resources Department located at 2315 South First Street Walk, Room 02C - Louisville, Kentucky 40292.
If you require assistance or accommodation with our online application process, please contact us by email at <a href="mailto:employment@louisville.edu" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">employment@louisville.edu</a> or by phone 502-852-6258.

General Maintenance Technician I (Groundskeeping Laborer)

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