BUILDING MAINTENANCE WORKER (FULL TIME)

Location: Tennessee Tech University, 1000 N. Dixie Ave, Cookeville, TN 38505.

About the role

Ensures day-to-day upkeep, maintenance and smooth operation of the building and campus. Join our campus team where you are valued and empowered to make a difference.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality service with attention to detail.
• Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures.
• Performs minor repairs to doors, fixtures and furniture.
• Makes adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing and electrical systems.
• Cleans and restores building interiors damaged by fire, smoke or water using commercial cleaning equipment.
• Monitors building security and safety by locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use.
• Moves heavy furniture, equipment and supplies.
• Mows and trims lawns and shrubbery; clears debris.
• Notifies managers about the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Removes snow from sidewalks, driveways and parking areas; applies snow-melting chemicals.
• Requisitions supplies and equipment for cleaning and maintenance duties.
• Sets up, arranges and removes decorations, tables, chairs, ladders and scaffolding to prepare facilities for special events.
• Sprays insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation.
• Monitors contract cleaning crew's work.
• Cleans building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing or vacuuming; gathers and empties trash; services, cleans, and supplies restrooms.
• Plans maintenance needs and communicates those to the dining team.
• Works with the university and outside vendors as a liaison to arrange services.
• Creates daily, weekly, and monthly reports on outstanding issues and progress.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Prior maintenance experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Valid Non-CDL Class C driver's license.

Benefits

• Free parking
• Free on‑shift meal
• Time off during winter and summer breaks
• Opportunities for Training and Development
• Retirement Plan
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity