Maintenance Repairer 1

About This Job Northwestern State University is currently accepting applications for the About This Job Northwestern State University is currently accepting applications for the Maintenance Repairer 1 position. This role supports the daily grounds maintenance operations of the University's nearly 900-acre campus. The Maintenance Repairer 1 helps ensure that the campus environment remains clean, safe, and visually appealing for students, faculty, staff, and visitors. Minimum Qualifications One year of experience or training in the building construction trades, building maintenance, maintenance or repair of mechanical equipment, or park operations and grounds maintenance; OR Six semester hours in construction management, construction technology, or engineering, or any combination of these courses. Job Specification The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found here. Job Duties Job Duties and Other Information Perform general grounds maintenance, including mowing and trimming tasks Maintain landscaped areas, including flower beds, shrub trimming, and minor tree trimming Assist with basic irrigation system maintenance and minor repairs Empty exterior trash receptacles and assist with litter removal across campus grounds, including fallen limb pickup Operate tractors, mowers, and other grounds maintenance equipment for light grounds work Assist with nuisance wildlife management activities when necessary Perform pressure washing and other exterior cleaning as needed Complete other outdoor maintenance and grounds duties as assigned Position-Specific Details Appointment Type: Probational Location: Natchitoches, Louisiana Department: Physical Plant Schedule: Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Contact Information For further information about this vacancy, contact: Antigone Speed, HR Specialist View email address on click.appcast.io Notice of Non-Discrimination (Full Disclosure) Northwestern State University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. 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