Facilities Staff I/Groundskeeper

Department: Operations & Facilities
Reports to: Facilities Director
Supervises: N/A
Pay Grade: A, Non-Exempt; Full time
Compensation::

$13.25 - $14.00/hour DOE

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday; 7am - 3pm

Review of Applications will start immediately
Anticipated Start Date:  June 24, 2013

Purpose

Assists Facilities Department personnel with up-keep and repairs of College facilities, equipment, and landscaping to help facilitate an effective learning environment.

Responsibilities

1. Surveys buildings and grounds daily to identify needed repairs and landscaping work.
2. Completes groundskeeping work including:
• removing litter, waste, graffiti, leaves, branches
• weeding, mowing, raking, and watering lawns and gardens, trimming, pruning, planting and fertilizing
• maintaining watering/sprinkler system
• operating and performing maintenance on power equipment
• maintaining accurate records of planned/executed landscape maintenance such as fertilizing schedules, tool preventative maintenance, types of plants and care
• in conjunction with Facilities Director, ordering/picking up materials
• removing snow and ice from walkways as necessary
3. Assists in maintaining facilities by completing duties such as:
• prepping, sanding, and painting walls and ceilings
• changing light bulbs
• hanging bulletin boards, bathroom fixtures, fire extinguishers, etc.
• light electrical and plumbing
• identifying safety hazards and participating in finding solutions
4. Assists in fulfilling work orders, such as:
• moving furniture and equipment
• assembling furniture
• providing set up for special events
• running errands
5. Assists in larger capital projects including demolition and clean up.
6. When assigned, serves as liaison between contractors and College and notifies college personnel of project activities.
7. Accepts deliveries of products or equipment and routes them appropriately.
8. Assist in emergency situations by:
• being on-call
• helping with clean-up and remediation
• performing other duties as assigned by Emergency Director or Deputy
9. Assist Staff II personnel as needed.
10. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma plus one year relevant experience or combination of equivalent education and experience
• Valid WA state driver’s license and safe driving record
• Must pass background check
• Certified in CPR, First Aid and Blood-Borne Pathogens (training provided)
• Ability to work on call during emergencies and a varied schedule as hours may fluctuate based on the needs of the College
• Desire to perform quality work with or without direct supervision
• Ability to follow written, oral, and diagram directions effectively
• Good verbal communication skills and ability to work with a diverse campus community
• Working knowledge of hand tools and basic mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of building and landscaping materials
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently
• Ability to lift moderate to heavy weight (at least 50 lbs), and work in high places (ladders, roofs, etc.) and small spaces
• Ability to stand or walk throughout shift inside and out
• Ability to work outside in all weather conditions
• Basic knowledge of computers and Microsoft Outlook

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a higher education, not-for-profit, or arts environment

Application Procedures

For consideration please submit cover letter, resume, and completed Cornish Employment Application to:

Cornish College of the Arts
Human Resources
1000 Lenora Street
Seattle, WA 98121

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Incomplete applications will not be considered

Equal Opportunity Statement
Cornish College of the Arts is an equal opportunity employer intent on enriching the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students. Our goal is to create an intercultural learning environment comprised of people with varied experiences and perspectives. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups for all open positions.