Grounds and Building Maintenance Technician

Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska

Job Description: Grounds and Building Maintenance Technician

Department: Grounds and Building Maintenance

Reports To: Executive Committee Secretary

Schedule Hours: Monday - Friday / 8:00am - 4:30pm

Employment Type: Non-Exempt/Hourly/Full-Time

Wage Range: $17.79 - $23.79

Position Summary

The Grounds and Building Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the Tribe's buildings, grounds, equipment, and public spaces to ensure safe, attractive, and functional facilities for Tribal members, employees, visitors, and community events. This position performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance duties including landscaping, facility repairs, preventive maintenance, event preparation, custodial support, and emergency response.

This position reflects the Tribe's commitment to Stewardship by protecting Tribal assets, maintaining welcoming community spaces, and preserving facilities for future generations.

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Key Responsibilities

Facility Maintenance

• Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and minor repairs of Tribal buildings, facilities, equipment, and infrastructure.
• Complete preventative maintenance activities to maximize the life and safety of Tribal assets.
• Perform general carpentry, painting, drywall, plumbing, electrical, and other basic building repairs within the scope of the position.
• Identify maintenance concerns and report repairs requiring specialized contractors or vendors.

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Grounds Maintenance

• Maintain Tribal grounds, landscaped areas, roadways, parking lots, sidewalks, recreational areas, and other outdoor spaces.
• Perform mowing, trimming, weed control, planting, tree and shrub maintenance, irrigation monitoring, and seasonal landscaping activities.
• Remove litter and maintain clean, attractive outdoor environments.

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Custodial and Event Support

• Perform periodic deep cleaning of facilities, including floor care, carpet cleaning, and other custodial tasks as assigned.
• Assist with facility setup and breakdown for meetings, community events, ceremonies, and other Tribal activities.
• Move furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed.

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Equipment and Inventory

• Operate and maintain maintenance equipment, vehicles, tools, and machinery safely and effectively.
• Monitor maintenance supply inventories and assist with ordering materials and equipment.
• Maintain organized storage areas and properly store equipment and hazardous materials.

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Safety and Compliance

• Follow all Tribal safety policies, applicable regulations, and safe work practices.
• Maintain clean, safe work areas and promptly report hazardous conditions.
• Utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing assigned duties.

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General Responsibilities

• Respond to maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Assist departments during emergencies, weather events, and community activities.
• Work independently while effectively prioritizing assignments.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support Tribal operations

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Qualifications

Required Education & Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• One (1) year of experience in building maintenance, grounds maintenance, construction, landscaping, custodial services, or a related field is preferred.

Licenses

• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred

• Associates Degree in relevant skilled trade

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Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Knowledge	Skills	Abilities
Workplace safety procedures	Problem solving and troubleshooting	Independent work with minimal supervision
General building maintenance principles	Time management organization	Prioritize multiple tasks/projects
Basic plumbing carpentry painting and electrical repair techniques	Customer service &  cleanliness	Read and follow work orders, instructions and safety procedures
Safe operation of maintenance equipment and tools	Communicating effectively with vendors, visitors, employees, and tribal members	Adapt to changing operational needs
Preventative maintenance		Maintain confidentiality
Electrical safety		Represent the tribe in a respectful and professional manner

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Software & Tools

• Computer documentation
• May use work order tracking applications or software

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a variety of indoor and outdoor environments and may involve exposure to changing weather conditions, noise, dust, maintenance equipment, chemicals, and construction materials.
• Occasional evening, weekend, holiday, or emergency response work may be required to support Tribal operations.

Physical Requirements

• The employee regularly performs physically demanding work requiring standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling materials and equipment.
• The position frequently requires lifting up to 50 pounds and occasionally more with assistance. Work is performed indoors and outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions.

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Benefits and How to Apply:

Health, Dental, Vision, Voluntary short term disability, Life Insurance, employee assistance program and other benefits/perks provided

401 K with up to 3% match, paid holidays, biweekly pay schedule

Native American Preference is given (BIA Form 4432). For more information regarding this position, please call 785-595-3258.

To apply: Visit https://iowatribeofkansasandnebraska.com 

Resumes can be e-mailed to [email protected] 

Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska

3345 B Thrasher Road

White Cloud, Kansas 66094

(785) 595-3258 or (785) 595-3259

Fax (785) 595-6610