Maintenance Worker II – Grounds – WVU Tech (Beckley)

The Facilities Management Department at West Virginia University of Technology located in Beckley, WV is
currently accepting applications for a Maintenance Worker II – Grounds.

About the Opportunity

A
Maintenance Worker II – Grounds, provides work during the week Monday – Friday on a variety of support services in order to maintain the
exterior appearance of the grounds. This work involves adhering to established standard procedures, techniques, and safety requirements with
some judgment required to interpret instructions.

We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love
outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:

• 37.5-hour work week
• 13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
• 15 annual leave
  (vacation) days per year or more based on years of service (employee leave)
• 18 sick days per year (for
  when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments.
  Who is family for the purpose of this leave? A lot of people in your life including immediate relatives and in-laws as well as others
  considered to be members of your household living under the same roof)
• WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
• 401(a)
  retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks. Looking for more retirement benefits information? Check out retirement
  health insurance benefits, retirement income, and FAQ’s.
• Wellness programs

What You’ll Do

Grounds – will be required to perform Roads and Grounds work; this will include, but is not limited to the following:

• Clean and maintain the surrounding exterior appearance of all institutional buildings by raking, removing and disposing of
  leaves and debris; cleaning gutters, culverts, and other drainage areas; sweeping, shoveling, and removing snow, ice, slush, and mud from
  entryways and sidewalks; spreading salt and cinders on public passageways;
• Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating,
  weeding, grubbing and removing thatch, and trimming and edging around flower beds, walks, and walls. Haul or spread topsoil and spread straw
  over seeded soil to hold soil in place.
• Required to operate various hand and power tools in the performance of duties such as:
  rakes, shovels, lawn mowers, weed-eaters, etc.
• Performs winter duties associated with snow removal in their assigned areas, which
  may include using shovels, spreading salt, or operating a plow truck.
• Operates, services and maintain all grounds equipment, such as
  trucks, tractors, large seeders, riding mowers, snow removal, skid loaders, tilt bed trucks and steep slope mowing
  equipment.
• Required to dig holes and trenches and to spread and level dirt, gravel and concrete to assist in the installation of
  traffic signs, irrigation/drainage systems and concrete structures.
• Remove weeds from shrubs and flowerbeds as
  required.
• Washing graffiti from exterior walls and sidewalks; and performing other related external cleaning
  activities.
• Resolve pest and insect problem across campus
• Performs general tree maintenance as required.
• Collect
  trash from exterior trash cans and take to trash compactor
• Attend various training classes, seminars, and other meetings to learn
  new techniques and procedures and to remain current in all safety requirements.

Maintenance & Custodian

• Will assist in the performance of general painting duties as instructed, such as: painting walls, ceilings, trim,
  and furniture using enamel/latex paints with brushes, rollers, and low pressure sprayers; patches and prepares surfaces for painting to
  include finishing drywall or similar tasks requiring basic painting skills. These tasks would be considered as non-technical, non-certified
  supporting duties.
• Relocates offices and classrooms within buildings and throughout campus by lifting, loading and unloading
  furniture, files cabinets, boxes, etc. onto hand trucks, dollies, and box vans for transportation. May require removing desk components,
  doors, and shelves to ease in relocations. Moves, sets-up, rearranges, and erects tables, chairs, platforms, bleachers, tents, displays,
  etc. for concerts, registration, commencement, and other special events. Disassembles and stores items at the end of event.
• Cleans
  and maintains the interior appearance of all buildings including classrooms, offices, laboratories, student housing, public areas, etc. by
  sweeping, mopping, stripping, and waxing floors; vacuuming and shampooing carpets, rugs, and upholstery; dusting and polishing furniture;
  washing and cleaning walls, ceilings, doors, windows (inside and out), washing graffiti from walls, lockers, bathroom stalls and doors, and
  performing other related internal cleaning activities.
• Cleans and disinfects bathrooms and kitchenettes including walls, floors,
  lavatories, commodes, sinks, refrigerators, stoves, fixtures, mirrors, etc.
• Change light bulbs, if the bulbs are not the problem,
  create a work order for others to repair.
• Plunge toilets and floor drains as needed to unclog the drains and allow water
  flow.
• Replenishes supplies including toilet tissue, towels, and soap. May be requires to unload and store supplies and to rotate
  stock and to obtain appropriate signatures on deliveries.
• Locking and unlocking of exterior and interior doors.
• May be
  required to operate various hand and power tools in the performance of duties such as: dollies, hand trucks, etc.
• Collects and
  properly disposes of trash and litter throughout institutional buildings and grounds including cleaning of trash receptacles and assisting
  sanitation vehicle operators. Collects recyclable items and places in appropriate storage location.

Other

• Create a work order if you detect an issue that needs repaired.
• Order supplies or identify if equipment is
  not working.
• Performs other duties as assigned or as directed.

Pay Grade: 11

Hours:
37.5 Hours per Week

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED

• A minimum of one (1) year of
  experience involving:

  
  
  • Experience in general grounds maintenance and landscaping
  • Experience with proper commercial and/or
    residential cleaning and experience in assisting with general trades maintenance.
  
  
• Any equivalent combination of related
  education and/or experience will be considered.
• All qualifications must be met by the time of
  employment.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Knowledge of building trades.
• Ability to operate
  a computer.
• Ability to follow OSHA guidelines and associated codes.
• Knowledge of equipment, tools, parts, and
  materials.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain proper attendance and punctuality standards.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain
  average or above work standards.
• Ability to read and write in English and perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Ability
  to rapidly learn all policies and procedures impacting the affected area.
• Ability to organize work flow to ensure all tasks are
  completed in a timely manner.
• Ability to operate a state vehicle.
• Ability to climb ladders.
• Ability to lift
  materials over 75 pounds.
• Ability to work in a lift 30 feet above the ground
• Ability to bend, stoop, walk, crawl,
  etc.
• Ability to work in inclement weather.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, mechanical, and HVAC, systems.
• Ability to
  work in confined areas.
• Ability to follow safety requirements and use proper safety equipment.
• Ability to perform routine
  maintenance such as changing filters, replacing light bulbs, and cleaning equipment and tools.
• Ability to perform physically
  demanding work such as digging a ditch, cleaning utility tunnels, pulling electrical cable, moving heavy equipment, shoveling snow, and the
  transporting and installation of materials.
• Ability to follow specific directions on a general task.
• Ability to use
  chemicals such as penetrating oil, glue, coil cleaner, paints, thinners, and lubricants.
• Ability to handle/install insulating and
  filtration materials.
• Ability to assist higher level trades technicians in facility repair and maintenance.
• Ability to
  operate power tools such as saws, drills, and jackhammers.
• Ability to erect and work from scaffold, ladders, and man
  lifts.
• Ability to perform housekeeping duties on the job site and in the shop.
• Ability to clean and maintain
  tools.

Requirements

• Valid Driver’s License

About WVU

West
Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are
committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.

From the groundbreaking R1 research at our flagship campus in
Morgantown to the career-oriented programs at WVU Potomac State in Keyser, and the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley, the
contributions of WVU employees resonate across the state, touching lives and shaping futures.

At WVU, you will discover a supportive
community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values – service, curiosity, respect,
accountability and appreciation – unite us as Mountaineers.

Join us at West Virginia University, where your work will make a lasting
impact. To learn more about WVU, visit wvu.edu. West Virginia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We invite all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or
Veteran status.

Job Posting: Aug 11, 2026

Posting Classification:
Classified

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

Schedule: Full-time

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