Building Grounds Technician

Position Summary 

The Building and Grounds Technician is responsible for maintaining buildings and grounds to support the safe and efficient use of plant facilities. The Building and Grounds Technician will work with the Maintenance department to support other maintenance activities in the plant. 

Paid Weekly

Shift: 1st shift 5:00am - 2:pm 

Duties and Responsibilities   

• Maintain buildings and grounds (including lawn and snow removal) in top condition to ensure full and productive use of facility 
• Perform simple maintenance duties not requiring practical skill and knowledge of the craft trades 
• Assist Maintenance Technicians with moderately difficult maintenance and repair work 
• Appropriately inspect and operate all equipment and machinery as necessary including forklifts 
• Comply with relevant safety regulations and policies in the execution of all job tasks 
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment 
• Participate in safety, health, and environmental programs 
• Be available for overtime or call-in as required 
• Work with external contractors to install and repair equipment 
• Communicate verbally and in writing to coordinate with team members and other departments to safely execute maintenance repair work 
• Other duties as assigned  

Skills and Qualifications  

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• 2 years’ experience in buildings and grounds maintenance required 
• Ability to read material data sheets (MSDS) and ready chemical labels 
• Ability to use a variety of tools from hammers, wrenches, to torches and more 
• Knowledge in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn new software applications preferred 
• Posess a valid driver’s license and be able to drive 
• 2 years maintenance experience preferred but not required. 

Physical Requirements   

• Ability to lift 20 lbs. as needed. 
• Ability to bend, stand, climb, twist and stoop for extended periods of time. 
• Ability to perform sedentary work including sitting for extended periods of time. 
• Ability to operate standard office equipment.  
• Have good vision of 20/30 with corrective lenses. 
• Ability to maintain coordination of hand and finger movements to grasp and manipulate objects with precision. 
• Travel as needed to accomplish desired results. Overnight travel may be required occasionally. 

 Subject to environmental conditions that occur indoors and outdoors which includes but is not limited to   

exposure to changing temperatures, loud noises, vibration from use of equipment and the following:  

•  Hazards: Variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. 
•  Atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system or the skin – fumes, odors, dust, mist, gases or poor ventilation. 
• Oils: there is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids.