General Maintenance I

Description

The General Maintenance I position supports the safe, efficient, and attractive operation of Stephens College by performing preventive maintenance, repairs, and general maintenance throughout campus facilities. This position works in academic buildings, residence halls, administrative offices, athletic facilities, and other campus spaces to ensure buildings and equipment are well maintained and ready to support students, faculty, staff, and visitors.

The ideal candidate is a dependable, service-oriented professional who enjoys solving problems, working with their hands, and contributing to a positive campus environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and general repairs to campus buildings, equipment, and building systems.
• Complete maintenance work orders in a timely and professional manner while providing excellent customer service.
• Perform basic repairs involving carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, drywall, flooring, doors, ceilings, windows, locks, changing filters and building hardware.
• Assist with troubleshooting and repairing HVAC equipment, and building systems as needed.
• Install, repair, and replace fixtures, shelving, whiteboards, signage, furniture, and other building components.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify maintenance concerns and recommend corrective actions.
• Support residence hall maintenance, including room turnovers, repairs, and preparation for student move-in and move-out.
• Assist with campus events by setting up and taking down tables, chairs, staging, tents, and other event equipment.
• Assist with office relocations, furniture moves, and departmental requests.
• Perform seasonal duties such as snow and ice removal, storm cleanup, and exterior maintenance.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and assigned work areas in a safe and organized manner.
• Accurately document completed work using the Facilities ticketing system.
• Follow all College policies and procedures, including OSHA safety standards and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Work collaboratively with other Facilities team members and departments to meet campus needs.
• Participate in rotating on-call schedule for emergency response and after-hours call-in situations when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One to three years of general building maintenance, construction, or related experience.
• Working knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, and general building maintenance.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, ladders, lifts, and maintenance equipment.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team environment.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Preferred

• Experience in commercial, institutional, or higher education facilities maintenance.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems.
• Knowledge of HVAC systems and preventive maintenance practices.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift up to 75 pounds with assistance.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, crawl, and work from ladders or lifts for extended periods.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Safely use maintenance equipment, power tools, and motorized vehicles.
• Ability to respond to emergency maintenance situations outside normal work hours when necessary.

Founded in 1833, Stephens College is the second-oldest women's college in the United States, dedicated to providing innovative, experiential, and career-focused education across various disciplines. Located in Columbia, Missouri, Stephens College continues to be a leader in women's education, fostering a community where students are empowered to lead, innovate, and excel. The college also provides flexible, co-educational master’s degrees and certificates for working professionals, and is home to the co-educational Conservatory for the Performing Arts at Stephens College.

Ranked (over and over again) as one of the best college towns in America, Columbia, Missouri, is home to 36,000+ college students and 118,000 residents. Columbia — conveniently located approximately 100 miles from both Kansas City and St. Louis — has it all: big-time college sports, film, music and arts festivals, a high-energy arts community, amazing recreation, and a great downtown with lots of places to eat, shop, snack and check out the latest bands. The Columbia community offers outstanding health care options, as well as excellent educational opportunities for every level of student (including our own Children’s School).

Stephens is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will recruit and employ qualified personnel without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or status as a veteran.