General Maintenance Laborer

 

CLERICAL/SUPPORT STAFF

GENERAL MAINTENANCE LABORER

Number of Openings:           1

Institution:                           Cleveland State Community College

Department:                         Maintenance & Operations

Reports to:                            Assistant Director, Plant Operations

Campus Location:                 Cleveland, Tennessee

Salary Range:                        $40,000-$40,780

Position Status:                     Non-Exempt / Full-Time

Moving Allowance:                N/A

Cleveland State Community College is a comprehensive, two-year post-secondary institution, located in Cleveland, Tennessee. Cleveland State is committed to providing open access and quality education to all students. A Tennessee Board of Regents institution, Cleveland State is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). At Cleveland State, our mission is to build strong minds, careers and communities through exceptional teaching and learning, workforce development and service. We wish to hire individuals with similar values who can help us accomplish those goals.

Special Instructions to Applicants: 

To be considered for a position at Cleveland State, you must complete an online application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated solely based on the information provided in your application. Any work experience not included will not be considered for meeting the minimum requirements or determining compensation for the position.

Please note the following: 

• Attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form.
• Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. 

JOB SUMMARY

The General Maintenance Laborer supports the College in maintaining campus facilities and grounds. This role performs a wide range of duties, including but not limited to carpentry and basic construction, painting, basic plumbing and electrical work (e.g., replacing bulbs and ballasts), masonry, ceiling tile replacement, mail delivery, furniture delivery and assembly, vehicle detailing, event setup, and grounds and landscape maintenance, as well as other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS / QUALIFICIATIONS

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency Diploma.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in any combination of:
• General building maintenance (e.g., carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry, painting, general repairs, etc.).
• Groundskeeping/landscaping (e.g., mowing, trimming, plant care, lawn/power tools, etc.).
• Equipment handling (e.g., ladders, lifts, scaffolding, moving furniture, event setup, etc.).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Facility Maintenance & Repairs (25%)

• Perform general building maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical, and masonry work.
• Assist with preventative and corrective maintenance as directed.

Carpentry & Construction Work (10%)

• Complete construction/carpentry tasks such as framing (metal studs), drywall installation and finishing, and trim work.
• Install and repair interior materials, including tile, cove base, ceiling systems (2x2 and 2x4), and painted surfaces.

Grounds & Landscaping Maintenance (15%)

• Maintain campus grounds through mowing, trimming, edging, raking, and general landscape upkeep using appropriate equipment.
• Perform horticultural care, including cultivating flower beds, pruning trees and shrubs, and removing debris.
• Complete exterior upkeep tasks such as parking lot striping and general grounds improvements.

Physical & Equipment Duties (20%)

• Safely move furniture, equipment, and materials as needed.
• Operate ladders, lifts, and scaffolding as needed.
• Handle physically demanding work, including lifting items over 50 pounds.
• Perform vehicle detailing duties, including cleaning, washing, waxing, and maintaining the interior and exterior appearance of vehicles.

Event & Operational Support (25%)

• Assist with setup and breakdown of campus events, including tables, chairs, signage, and staging.
• Coordinate wi