Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas has an opening for a General Maintenance position on our Facilities team. This position is responsible for a diverse range of tasks related to the upkeep and functionality of facilities. This role encompasses carpentry, furniture installation, building maintenance, and office services, including shipping and inventory management. Individuals may have specialized skills but are expected to assist and support various tasks as directed by department leadership.
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Why Join Us?
- Family Comes First: Total rewards package that promotes the idea of family first for all employees; including paid time off and family first leave.
- Professional Growth Opportunities: Advance your career with ongoing training and development programs both through our internal Blue University and external opportunities.
- Stability: 80 years of commitment, compassion, and community
- Trust: Work for one of the most trusted companies in Kansas.
- Inclusive Work Environment: We pride ourselves on fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is valued and respected.
- Balance: paid vacation and sick leave with paid maternity and paternity available immediately upon hire
Compensation
$23.90 – $27.30
Non-exempt 12
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas offers excellent competitive compensation with the goal of retaining and growing talented team members. The compensation range for this role is a good faith estimate, it is estimated based on what a successful candidate might be paid. All offers presented to candidates are carefully reviewed to ensure fair, equitable pay by offering competitive wages that align with the individual's skills, education, experience, and training. The range may vary above or below the stated amounts.
What you’ll do
- Arrange modular wall products and system furniture according to layout plans from space planners and departmental leadership.
- Assist with building maintenance tasks, including replacing fixture lamps, relocating data drops, addressing minor plumbing issues, and repairing damaged walls and door hardware.
- Deliver high-quality workmanship in painting, ceiling tile replacement, carpeting, and other building finishes.
- Maintain campus grounds, including tree trimming, cleanup, and snow removal.
- Manage shipping and deliveries, inventory control, and recycling processes using company software.
- Collaborate with vendors to validate purchase orders by checking for damages and verifying quantities and accuracy.
- Operate dock equipment and lifts safely, following company-provided training.
- Support department leadership in campus maintenance and space planning initiatives.
- Be available for occasional after-hours work and travel to field offices within Kansas.
- Assist department leadership in any campus maintenance and space planning tasks
- Availability for occasional after hours work and travel to field offices within Kansas
What you need
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting up to 75 pounds.
- Capability to stand, crouch, and climb for extended periods to complete repairs, utilize ladders, scaffolding, and engage in various types of manual labor.
- Potential exposure to chemicals, glues, and paints; awareness of electrical hazards.
- Manual dexterity to use hand tools effectively.
- Comfort with heights, as some tasks may require work on rooftops.
- Willingness to work in varying weather conditions, including extreme temperatures, rain, snow, and other environmental factors.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work efficiently and quietly in occupied areas.
- Collaborative approach to working with all departments, demonstrating excellent customer service.
- Effective decision-making skills, with a focus on timely task completion.
- Openness to feedback, demonstrating self-awareness and resilience.
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to plan and follow through on projects.
- Alignment with organizational goals and accountability for self and others.
- General knowledge of hand and power tools.
- Commitment to delivering quality workmanship aligned with organizational standards.
- Understanding of safety protocols and proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting capabilities.
- Reliable attendance with the flexibility to manage multiple tasks and adapt to short-notice changes.
- Proficiency in computer use for organizational training and documentation.
Bonus if you have
- Two years of experience in a maintenance or office services role within an office environment or large facility preferred.
- Previous safety training preferred.
Benefits & Perks
- Base pay is only one component of your competitive Total Rewards package:
- Incentive pay program (EPIP)
- Health/Vision/Dental insurance
- 6 weeks paid parental leave for new mothers and fathers
- Fertility/Adoption assistance
- 2 weeks paid caregiver leave
- 5% 401(k) plan matching
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health & fitness benefits, discounts and resources
Posting Close Date
Pay Rate Type
Hourly
