About this role
Position Criteria:
• High School Education or equivalent
• General construction skills - electrical, plumbing, carpentry, required
• Self-starter with the ability to move from project to project independently
• Scissor lift and forklift certification required or willingness to obtain
Performance Criteria:
• Assist Electrician, Plumber/ HVAC, Carpenter, Grounds on planned projects
• Assist with Central receiving and warehouse as needed
• Operate assorted equipment ( forklift , Skid loader, Mowers, Aerial Lift, Snow Plow) as needed
• Check in and maintain district owned vehicles
• Plowing snow in winter months when required
• Light carpentry and paint projects on an independent basis
• Move furniture, equipment and supplies
• Change Filters in HVAC systems, maintain inventory logs and place orders for stock
• General labor as required, including HVAC, electrical, warehouse, and construction projects
• Radon Inspection
Physical Demands: The General Services Worker position's physical demands include the following: maximum occasional lift of 55 lbs from floor to waist; maximum frequent lift of 60 lbs from floor to waist; maximum occasional horizontal push force of 45 lbs; maximum occasional horizontal pull force of 45 lbs; occasional climb of 12-20 inches; constant forward reach; constant lateral reach; frequent overhead reach; frequent bend; frequent bend/crouch; frequent crouch/kneel; frequent neck flexion; frequent neck extension; frequent neck rotation; occasional trunk rotation; frequent fine motor coordination; constant hand coordination; constant balance; constant standing; constant walking; occasional sitting. Benefits include:
• IPERS retirement account
• Health and Dental Insurance paid for the employee (spouse/family coverage available at an additional cost)
• Generous leave package including vacation, personal leave, sick leave, family sick leave, and bereavement leave
Successful candidates will need to complete a pre-employment drug screen, motor vehicle check, and background check as part of the Waukee Community School District hiring process.