Operations Utility Worker

Job Posting Title

Operations Utility Worker

Employee Type

Regular

Recruiting Start Date

06-16-2025

Job Exempt?

No

Recruiting End Date

06-23-2025

Aloha mai! Mahalo for your interest in Kamehameha Schools. If you are looking for an opportunity to utilize your skills and talents and grow in your profession, while serving and strengthening our Native Hawaiian community, we would love to have you join our ohana!

Kamehameha Schools, Hawaii Campus is currently looking for an Operations Utility Worker with custodial, grounds keeping and/or building maintenance experience and a valid drivers license.

This is a Full-Time position. Work days are Mon - Fri, with some weekends as needed. Work hours are 6:00am - 2:30pm.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, performs a large variety of unskilled and semi-skilled operational support tasks (interior and exterior) requiring a degree of physical exertion. General descriptions of types of work are custodial, ground maintenance or building maintenance. Will be assigned to set up and break down special events. Must be able to work various shifts and overtime when necessary and without supervision.

Essential Responsibilities

• Performs custodial duties to include but not limited to sweeping, dusting, mopping, disinfecting, polishing, cleaning, and vacuuming.
• Cleans a variety of appliances, surfaces, fixtures, etc. using a variety of cleaning agents and tools.
• Performs ground maintenance to include but not limited to trimming, cutting, mowing, planting, fertilizing, weeding, spraying, watering, digging, and shoveling.
• Performs building repairs to include but not limited to painting, scraping, cleaning, window cleaning, pressure washing, and fixture repairs.
• Performs campus operations duties to include moving, loading, event set up, and carrying various supplies, structures, and tools for various functions.
• Reports repair and maintenance needs for equipment, supplies, and facilities in work area.
• Secures work area when leaving the worksite.

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications - An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute for the requirements listed.

• High School diploma/GED
• Minimum 6 months of related work experience.
• Working knowledge of proper use and maintenance of tools used in working with plants and ground cover.
• Working knowledge of the application of common fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides.
• Working knowledge of the use of tools associated with janitorial work.
• Understand and follow written and oral instructions and simple sketches.
• Work independently with little or no immediate supervision.
• Operate power tools associated with grounds keeping, custodial, or building maintenance.
• Stand on feet for long periods of time.
• Use ladders and scaffolds for cleaning and maintenance.
• Work in a group/team environment.
• Work in, repair, and clean multiple work areas within established time frame.
• Work various shifts.
• Must have good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Must be able to work in an environment with children and staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Valid driver's license

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Occasionally sits, perform desk-based computer tasks and grasp light or fine manipulation, talk or hear.
• Frequently stand and/or walk, write by hand, and lift and/or carry, push and/or pull objects that weigh up to 50 pounds.
• Frequently twist, bend, stoop, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, reach or work above shoulder, or grasp firmly.

Working Conditions (including environmental conditions)

• This position may involve traveling to various locations, including neighbor islands to conduct business.
• Work is conducted in an office/school environment including outdoors and may require work to be conducted in non-standard workplaces.
• Work schedules varies but evening and weekend/holiday hours are often required to meet goals and objectives.

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by incumbents assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all the responsibilities, duties and skills required. The incumbent may be expected to perform other duties as assigned.

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Work Year

12

Pay Range

22.47 - 30.15 Hourly

Compensation and Benefits

Based on the compensation range provided below, salaries are commensurate with job-related experience, skills and competencies, education, internal equity, length of work year, and other organizational needs.

At Kamehameha Schools (KS), we recognize that compensation is just one facet of a fulfilling employment experience. Our commitment lies in fostering a positive work environment and equipping employees with the necessary resources to excel every day. Our Total Rewards Program embodies KS's dedication to the physical, mental, and financial well-being of our employee ohana. Explore our comprehensive Benefits Summary for more information.

Primary Location

Hawaii Campus

City, State

Keaau, Hawaii

Additional Locations