General Maintenance Worker

In surveying the grounds of what is now Wittenberg University, the Rev. Ezra Keller, the college's first president and founder, remarked: "This is a lovely spot for a literary institution." Today, that lovely spot encompasses more than 100 acres of rolling hills and hollows in southwestern Ohio, with architecturally distinctive structures that embrace Wittenberg's past and provide a beautiful backdrop to the teaching excellence and Lutheran-affiliated learning environment that has defined Wittenberg University since its founding in 1845.

Nationally recognized for accessible professors,engaging classroom experiences, service opportunities, and valued athletics traditions,Wittenberg is home to 1,200 students, 30 majors, 3 graduate programs, a wealth of pre-professional and cooperative programs, and 25 varsity sports.

Wittenberg University is committed to providing a comprehensive and competitive employee benefits package that attracts and retains talent to further the university's mission and contributes to the personal and financial well-being of employees and their families. From healthcare to our tuition benefit to vacation and holidays, our goal is to help our employees enjoy happy and healthy lifestyles, while maintaining a good work-life balance.

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Wittenberg University is accepting applications for the position of General Maintenance Workerin Facilities Management. This position is responsible for performing work of varying difficulty related to basic repair and installation in the trades areas and building maintenance on and off campus, including but not limited to campus housing, academic and administrative buildings, rental properties, athletic facilities, etc. This is a full-time, non-exempt position, working approximately 40 hours per week.

Full-time employees are eligible for benefits.

Essential functions include, but are not limited to:

Inspects buildings for damages and vandalism and makes necessary repairs to structures and equipment including but not limited to painting interior and exterior surfaces, making minor carpentry repairs, making plaster and plumbing repairs and adjusting and maintaining heating and cooling equipment.

Provides assistance to skilled crafts persons with work related to more comprehensive projects, primarily aiding the mechanical trades.

Repairs including but not limited to window glass, screens, blinds and shades, door hardware and related items such as panic devices, door closers and locks, fencing, bleachers and benches, desks, tables, chairs, cabinets, etc.

Installs window treatments, storm doors and windows.

Performs minor electrical work with an emphasis on replacing light bulbs; also includes tasks such as replacing outlets, fixtures, and smoke detectors and/or batteries.

Performs minor plumbing work such as unclog drains, toilets, sinks and replace plumbing fixtures.

Performs minor carpentry work patching walls and floors, painting interior and exterior surfaces, tile and grout work, roofing and ceiling system repairs.

Assists with moves including but not limited to furniture, office equipment, materials, etc.

Assists with grounds keeping as needed.

Performs catch and release duties related to nuisance animal species (must be licensed - can be obtained once employed).

Operates and maintains a variety of hand tools and power tools used related to tasks performed.

Performs preventative maintenance and minor repairs on campus equipment used.

Observes safe work methods and uses appropriate safety equipment; secures worksites from safety hazards as necessary; attends safety meetings and applicable training.

Receives and completes work orders and other requests for work.

Maintains accurate…