Grounds Utility Worker in PELLA, Iowa at Central College

Responsible to the Grounds/Utility Team Supervisor for performing a variety of tasks to include grounds maintenance; moving furniture, trash, etc., set up/dismantling of campus facilities for events, and preventative maintenance or supervising student workforce on campus.

• Maintenance of the college grounds including, but not limited to, mowing grass, edging sidewalks, planting trees, flowers, and shrubs, trimming, watering landscaping plantings, and raking leaves.
• Pick up trash, and tracks and picks up recycling.
• Assist with furniture, equipment and office moves in coordination with the Director, Purchasing & Facility Services
• Remove snow and ice. Spread anti-skid material.
• Operate truck, tractor, skid loader, forklift, mowers, chainsaw, and edger.
• Perform on and off campus deliveries, coordinating with Central Stores Coordinator.
• Responsible for event set-up and dismantling.

• Graduation from high school, or equivalent plus, one year of effective experience, including supervisory experience or preventative maintenance experience on landscaping equipment.
• Ability to operate truck, tractor, mower, and miscellaneous equipment.
• Ability to lift, pull, or push up to 50 pounds, climb and use a ladder.
• Shift hours may vary, including evenings, weekends, and college closure periods.

Central College Brand Expectations:

• Demonstrate a network of caring relationships by showing respect for others, being dependable and promoting cooperation with others in the work environment.
• Be your best self by being accountable for responsibilities, adapting well to change and maintaining the highest standards of business ethics.
• Perform job responsibilities on campus to support the residential college environment.
• Strive to perform as effectively as possible while maintaining a high level of quality and promoting personal growth and development.
• Respect and comply with college rules and policies, including participation in required training courses; report any suspected violations of the Title IX policy to the Title IX Coordinator.