Grounds and Building Maintenance Technician
Description
Iowa Tribe of Kansas and Nebraska
Job Description: Grounds and Building Maintenance Technician
Department: Grounds and Building Maintenance
Reports To: Executive Committee Secretary
Schedule Hours: Monday - Friday / 8:00am - 4:30pm
Employment Type: Non-Exempt/Hourly/Full-Time
Wage Range: $17.79 - $23.79
Position Summary
The Grounds and Building Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining the Tribe's buildings, grounds, equipment, and public spaces to ensure safe, attractive, and functional facilities for Tribal members, employees, visitors, and community events. This position performs a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance duties including landscaping, facility repairs, preventive maintenance, event preparation, custodial support, and emergency response.
This position reflects the Tribe's commitment to Stewardship by protecting Tribal assets, maintaining welcoming community spaces, and preserving facilities for future generations.
Key Responsibilities
Facility Maintenance
- Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and minor repairs of Tribal buildings, facilities, equipment, and infrastructure.
- Complete preventative maintenance activities to maximize the life and safety of Tribal assets.
- Perform general carpentry, painting, drywall, plumbing, electrical, and other basic building repairs within the scope of the position.
- Identify maintenance concerns and report repairs requiring specialized contractors or vendors.
Grounds Maintenance
- Maintain Tribal grounds, landscaped areas, roadways, parking lots, sidewalks, recreational areas, and other outdoor spaces.
- Perform mowing, trimming, weed control, planting, tree and shrub maintenance, irrigation monitoring, and seasonal landscaping activities.
- Remove litter and maintain clean, attractive outdoor environments.
Custodial and Event Support
- Perform periodic deep cleaning of facilities, including floor care, carpet cleaning, and other custodial tasks as assigned.
- Assist with facility setup and breakdown for meetings, community events, ceremonies, and other Tribal activities.
- Move furniture, equipment, and supplies as needed.
Equipment and Inventory
- Operate and maintain maintenance equipment, vehicles, tools, and machinery safely and effectively.
- Monitor maintenance supply inventories and assist with ordering materials and equipment.
- Maintain organized storage areas and properly store equipment and hazardous materials.
Safety and Compliance
- Follow all Tribal safety policies, applicable regulations, and safe work practices.
- Maintain clean, safe work areas and promptly report hazardous conditions.
- Utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) while performing assigned duties.
General Responsibilities
- Respond to maintenance requests in a timely and professional manner.
- Assist departments during emergencies, weather events, and community activities.
- Work independently while effectively prioritizing assignments.
- Perform other related duties as assigned to support Tribal operations