Zone Maintenance Technician I

About Western Kentucky University:

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is a student-centered, applied-research institution committed to providing its students with a transformative academic and social experience and to elevating its surrounding communities. Founded in 1906, WKU is the third largest public four-year institution in the Commonwealth of Kentucky with approximately 16,293 students and nearly 2,612 faculty and staff employees.

Western Kentucky University is committed to empowering its campus community. At the heart of our mission, we seek to provide holistic education and employment experiences that prepare students, faculty, and staff to become effective scholars, contributors, and leaders in our ever-evolving communities.

Located 65 miles north of Nashville, TN, and just over 100 miles south of Louisville, KY, WKU's main campus is in Bowling Green, KY - a city with approximately 70,000 residents. Our population is ethnically diverse, with more than 85 languages spoken in and around Bowling Green, and people from 35 nationalities call our community home.

Western Kentucky University seeks to attract talented faculty and staff who are inspired individually to contribute to WKU's strategic plans and ongoing success. We offer comprehensive wellness and health benefits to employees and their families, including domestic partners and other qualified dependents and take pride in providing a workplace culture that supports balancing the responsibilities of work and family life. Paid-time off for holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a tuition discount program for employees and dependents are also provided. Learn more about WKU and Bowling Green at wku.edu/about .


Job Description:

The WKU in Owensboro Zone Maintenance Technician provides routine cleaning, groundskeeping, and maintenance services for all aspects of the facility. The role leads on custodial and groundskeeping duties. The role assists with the preventative maintenance schedule and routine repairs as assigned. The position participates in multiple aspects of the safety and security programs as they relate to campus operations and reports to the Senior Zone Maintenance Technician working 7:00 am - 3:30 pm.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are customary for this position but are not to be construed as all-inclusive. Duties may be added, deleted and assigned based on management discretion and institutional needs.

• Perform daily campus custodial duties, including emptying trashcans in offices, common areas, and used classrooms daily and all exterior trash cans weekly; cleaning all common area tabletops and used classroom tables daily; cleaning whiteboards; cleaning doors; and cleaning staff and visitor kitchen areas. Daily dust mop common areas, hallways, stairwells, and used classrooms and vacuum offices, learning common areas, and door mats three times weekly. Clean bathrooms daily, including sweeping, wiping all permanent plumbing fixtures and mirrors, and three times weekly mopping and refilling soaps and sanitary products.
• During growing season, perform mowing, weedeating, and blowing clean of sidewalks and parking lots, as well as seasonal landscaping bed maintenance and leaf cleanup.
• Completes routine visual checks on HVAC and other utility systems; assists with preventative maintenance schedule and routine repairs and other maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Check and respond to all emails and maintenance phone calls daily.
• Serve as a member of the WKU in Owensboro staff team, including attending staff meetings, assisting with campus events, and attending campus events as assigned.
• Routinely stocks cleaning supply cart. Returning it back to the maintenance office daily to secure it.
• Open building each weekday morning, making sure all public area and classroom lights are on and building and grounds are ready for open.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• At least one year of experience in janitorial, maintenance and repair, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, or electrical work

Additional Information:

Hourly Rate: $17.50

Kentucky state law requires all public institutions of postsecondary education to conduct pre-employment criminal background checks to determine suitability for employment.

Western Kentucky University (WKU) is committed to a policy and practice of providing equal employment and educational opportunities to all individuals. In accordance with Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Revised 1992, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, no form of discrimination or harassment will be tolerated at WKU on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, age, uniformed services, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, or physical or mental disability in admission to career and technical education programs and/or activities, or employment practices.

Persons with disabilities, who need reasonable accommodations to participate in the application and/or selection process, should notify the office of Institutional Equity. To request an accommodation, report a complaint, or ask questions regarding WKU's Discrimination and Harassment Policy (#0.2040), please contact Ms. Ena Demir, Executive Director/Title IX Coordinator via email at ena.demir@wku.edu or by phone at (270) 745-6867. Ms. Demir is also responsible for coordinating the University's response to complaints related to sex and gender harassment. Additional information regarding Title IX is accessible via WKU's https://www.wku.edu/titleix/ website.

Information concerning educational programs offered by WKU are provided at: http://www.wku.edu/atwku/academics.php

For information related to job postings, please email employment@wku.edu .


Application Instructions:

The following items must be submitted through this electronic talent management system:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

You will receive email confirmation that your submission has been received. The candidate review process will generally begin as materials are received.

URL: www.wku.edu/owensboro

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