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Building Maintenance Worker (Full Time)

Compass Group


Job Location:

Cookeville, TN - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 17 - 19
Posted: 15 October 2026 (5 days ago)
Application Deadline: 12 January 2027
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Location: Tennessee Tech University

  • We are hiring immediately for a full-time BUILDING MAINTENANCE WORKER position.
  • Address: Tennessee Tech University - 1000 N. Dixie Ave Cookeville TN 38505. Note: online applications acceptedonly.
  • Schedule: Monday - Friday shifts are from 7:30 am to 2:30 pm.
  • Requirement: Prior maintenance experience is preferred.
  • Perks: Free parking free on-shift meal benefits time off during winter & summer breaks!
  • Pay Range: $17.00 per hour to$19.00per hour.

Additional Job Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for planning of maintenance needs and communicating those to the dining team.
  • Work with the university as well as outside vendors as a liaison to arrange services.
  • Create daily weekly and monthly reports on outstanding issues and progress.

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Job Summary



Summary: Ensures day-to-day upkeep maintenance and smooth operation of the building and campus.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Provides quality service with attention to detail.
  • Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures.
  • Performs minor repairs to doors fixtures and furniture.
  • Makes adjustments and minor repairs to heating cooling ventilating plumbing and electrical systems.
  • Cleans and restores building interiors damaged by fire smoke or water using commercial cleaning equipment.
  • Monitors building security and safety by locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use.
  • Moves heavy furniture equipment and supplies.
  • Mows and trims lawns and shrubbery; clears debris.
  • Notifies managers about the need for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
  • Removes snow from sidewalks driveways and parking areas; applies snow-melting chemicals.
  • Requisitions supplies and equipment for cleaning and maintenance duties.
  • Sets up arranges and removes decorations tables chairs ladders and scaffolding to prepare facilities for special events.
  • Sprays insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation.
  • Monitors contract cleaning crews work.
  • Cleans building floors by sweeping mopping scrubbing or vacuuming; gathers and empties trash; services cleans and supplies restrooms.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.



Qualifications:

  • Valid Non-CDL Class C drivers license.

The Benefits

We are always looking for ways to invest in our people both inside and outside of work to help them achieve their full potential. Both full-time and part-time associates are eligible for the following benefits:

  • Opportunities for Training and Development
  • Retirement Plan
  • Associate Shopping Program
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Discount Marketplace
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Pet Insurance
  • Voluntary Benefits including Critical Illness Insurance Accident Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance Legal Services and Choice Auto and Home Program


In addition full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates:

  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance/AD
  • Disability Insurance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal state and local laws. For positions in Maryland Washington State or to be performed Remotelyclick here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

this position requires you to perform services in an educational facility there may be periods when the Company does not require you to perform work (such as winter and summer breaks when food service needs decline or cease). Any such periods during which you do not perform work on the Companys behalf may be unpaid and deemed a temporary layoff. However depending on business needs you may be required to work year-round potentially at a different location during break periods. Business needs may vary from year to year.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities achievements and experience without regard to race national origin sex age disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities skills tasks or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.


Required Experience:

IC


About Company

As the leading foodservice and support services company, Compass Group North America is a family of companies building experiences for all of our customers.

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