Small Equipment Mechanic, Physical Plant/Grounds Department
Small Equipment Mechanic, Physical Plant/Grounds Department
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Small Equipment Mechanic Physical Plant/Grounds DepartmentJob Description
The Small Equipment Mechanic is responsible for the maintenance repair and servicing of small-engine equipment used in grounds operations including mowers trimmers blowers utility carts chainsaws and related equipment. This role ensures that all grounds equipment is safe efficient and operational supporting the overall mission of providing a well-maintained and aesthetically pleasing campus environment. This position is also responsible for the upkeep of campus grounds (mowing trimming snow removal etc.)
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One year of experience in the maintenance and repair of small engines and related equipment.
- Valid drivers license.
- Ability to lift 50 pounds work in various weather conditions and operate grounds maintenance equipment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification in small engine repair or equivalent vocational training.
- Experience working in an institutional or municipal setting.
- Knowledge of hydraulic and electrical systems.
- Familiarity with utility vehicle repair (e.g. Sprayers Cushmans Zero turn mowers vehicles or similar equipment)
- Familiarity with diesel engine maintenance and repair.
Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain sanitation trucks and recycling trucks. Retrieve empty and return trash and recycling containers at campus facilities.
- Diagnose mechanical problems and perform repairs on small engines (2-cycle and 4-cycle) hydraulic systems electrical components and fuel systems.
- Conduct preventative maintenance on equipment including oil changes blade sharpening filter replacements and seasonal preparation/storage.
- Assist in mowing trimming weeding and tree trimming/removal.
- Maintain accurate service and maintenance records on all grounds equipment.
- Assist in the ordering and inventory of parts tools and supplies needed for repairs and maintenance.
- Keep the mechanics shop clean organized and in compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Assist with the training of grounds staff on basic equipment care and operation.
- Support snow removal efforts by maintaining snowblowers spreaders and similar winter equipment.
- Occasionally assist grounds crews with operational duties especially during peak seasons or special events.
- Occasionally assist with Grounds work tickets around campus including moving furniture fixing athletic nets etc.
Appointment Date:Start date will be determined after acceptance of an offer.
Application Deadline:July 2 2025.
Salary:$16.94 per hour
Benefits: To review our competitive benefit package please visit FHSU Benefits.
Application process: To apply for this position please visit FHSU Careers. Only electronic applications submitted through the webpage will be accepted.
Required Application Documents: Applicants should submit a cover letter and resume with names and contact information for three professional references.
Applicant documents should be submitted in one PDF.
If you have questions regarding the position please contact:
Community of Hays
FHSU is located in Hays a vibrant college town of approximately 20000 located halfway between Kansas City and Denver on Interstate 70. Hays is the regional center for education health care professional services shopping culture and recreation for the western half of Kansas. The community boasts excellent recreational programs and facilities including the comprehensive Center for Health Improvement Hays Aquatic Park Smoky Hill Country Club Hays Municipal Golf Course and extensive walking running and biking trails. Hays is within 45 minutes of two large lakes that offer great opportunities for boating fishing and camping. The Hays Municipal Airport provides connecting service to Denver with several flights daily. The Hays community is home to excellent Pre-K and K-12 public and private schools. With over 60 restaurants major retail outlets a low unemployment rate and very short commute times the city provides a safe welcoming low-cost high-quality living environment for the residents who call Hays America home.
Notice of Non-discrimination Fort Hays State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender race religion national origin color age marital status sexual orientation genetic information disability or veteran status.
Background Check: Final candidate will have consented to and successfully completed a criminal background check.
Notice to KPERS retirees applying for a position: Recent legislation changes working-after-retirement rules for both you and your employer if you go back to work for a KPERS employer. Please contact your KPERS representative or for further information on how this might affect you.
Employment Type
Full-Time
