General Maintenance I

Stephens College•Columbia, MO

10d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

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

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.