Job Title

Goshen College is a Christian liberal arts institution that prepares students to thrive in life, leadership and service. We strive to model an inclusive community committed to transformative justice, peace, and sustainability. A respect and appreciation of the Anabaptist- Mennonite faith perspective and practices, and a commitment to the mission, vision, core values and community standards of Goshen College, are important for teaching and administrative faculty members.

Position Summary:

The General Maintenance Assistant Supervisor will assist the General Maintenance Supervisor in providing interior and exterior general maintenance to all buildings on the Goshen College campus. Common tasks include carpentry, door and window hardware repair, wall repair, painting, furniture repair/assembly and other tasks as assigned.

This is a full-time position that pays $18.75 to $19.75 per hour and is eligible for all benefits.

Essential Functions:

• Assist with general maintenance and minor construction renovations to college-owned buildings. This includes carpentry, light drywall and mudding, painting, door and window maintenance, roof care, and furnishing of classrooms and offices.
• Assist with the key system, locks, and door hardware repairs for the entire campus.
• Supervise summer student crew:
  • Help student crew learn the maintenance and renovation skills needed to fulfill their responsibilities.
  • Work alongside crew members at times and provide supervision of their work.
• Assist with moving projects, such as office moves, building remodeling projects, and student housing changes.
• Assist in creating a safe working environment.
  • Complete safety training
  • Be familiar with and anticipate safety hazards
• Assist with maintaining a clean and organized workspace:
  • Keep the workspace clean
  • Provide organization for tools and materials

Supervisory Responsibility:

• Summer student worker supervision.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Some college training preferred.
• Computer experience required.
• 3-5 years of woodworking and/or general construction experience preferred.

Certifications, Licenses, Registrations:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Forklift training

Skills & Competencies:

REQUIRED:

• Good verbal communication skills.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply oral and written instructions and labels.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of safe operation of hand tools and power equipment (saws, drills, hand sanders, measuring tape, screw drivers, etc.).
• Ability to understand work assignments and be a creative problem solver.
• Ability to lead a small group of students for projects.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to work varied shifts and irregular hours – including nights and weekends – during inclement weather and emergencies, or to cover for vacations.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods outdoors in all weather.
• Ability to work with small objects.
• Ability to bend, stoop, twist, grasp, and lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work from ladders, on roofs, and manlifts.
• Able to perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to drive campus vehicles (trucks, vans, utility carts, tractor, etc).
• Ability to safely use respiratory and eye protection equipment.
• Knowledge of applicable OSHA regulations and ability to work safely.

Work Environment/Environmental Condition:

• Indoor and outdoor work in all weather conditions

All essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation. Duties and responsibilities listed are not exhaustive and may be adjusted as needed. Significant changes will be reviewed for possible reclassification.

 

Benefits:

The college offers a wide-array of benefits to its employees. Here are some primary offerings:

• Health/Prescription (employee premium is paid by Goshen College)
• Dental
• Vision
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life/Long-Term Disability (at no cost to employee)
• Employee Assistance Program (at no cost to employee)
• Retirement (403(b))
• Tuition discount
• 14 paid holidays
• Vacation/Sick leave
• Lunch discount program

How to Apply

Application materials may be attached to the Professional Staff & Staff Application  or sent electronically to [email protected]. Goshen College will not be sponsoring candidates for this position.

Required:

• • Complete the online Professional Staff & Staff Application
  • Resume
  • A list of three professional references with contact information

 

E-Verify Statement of Participation

Goshen College participates in E-Verify. If you are hired, we will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Statement

Goshen College is an equal opportunity employer, committed to enhancing diversity across the institution. Goshen College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or any legally protected status. As a religious institution, Goshen College expressly reserves its rights, its understandings of, and its commitments to the historic Anabaptist identity and the teachings of Mennonite Church USA, and reserves the legal right to hire and employ individuals who support the values of the college. To protect the welfare and provide for the safety of the students, employees, visitors, and resources of Goshen College, background checks are conducted by the Office of Human Resources on all new and re-hired employees.

About Goshen College

Goshen College is a nationally-ranked college and Hispanic-Serving Institution in Indiana renowned for its distinctive hands-on, real-world educational opportunities, and its commitment to creating positive change in the community and the world. The college offers over 65 undergraduate areas of study; as well as best-in-class graduate programs in nursing, business administration, social work and environmental education. This caring, safe and diverse campus prides itself on providing excellent academic programs that connect arts with sciences, and theory with practice — exposing students to multiple perspectives and encouraging them to think deeply, live creatively and lead purposefully. The college is located in the City of Goshen in the heart of Elkhart County, within several hours of Chicago, Indianapolis and Detroit. Residents of Goshen enjoy a culturally diverse small-town atmosphere with an active arts community, a vibrant and entrepreneurial downtown, the Maple City Greenway network of bicycle paths and affordable housing prices. Learn more at goodofgoshen.com.

Contact HR

Human Resources
Goshen College
1700 S. Main Street
Goshen, IN 46526-4795
E-mail: [email protected]
Telephone: (574) 535-7111