General Maintenance

Augustana University - Sioux Falls, SD

Full-time - Entry Level

Sioux Falls, SD

Educational Services

About the position

Augustana University is seeking an individual to fill the position of full-time General Maintenance. The person selected will have a broad base of knowledge in all aspects of maintenance and have the ability to maintain and repair the buildings owned by the University. The schedule will typically be day hours, Monday through Friday. This position will participate in on-call hours that share responsibility for holiday, extended day and weekend activities. Augustana University offers an excellent benefits package which includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, and a retirement plan. Augustana observes 14 holidays and offers tuition assistance to both employees and their spouse/dependents. Duties and responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to: Receive and follow maintenance instructions from the supervisor. Maintain, analyze, and repair plumbing fixtures, doors and locks, windows, cabinets, finishes, and equipment to minimize downtime. Perform preventative maintenance in residential spaces according to annual cycles. Keep grounds free from trash, litter, and debris. Perform emergency repairs in order of urgency and in a timely manner. Maintain the care and use of tools, supplies, equipment, etc. Oversee and/or complete special maintenance, construction, and landscaping projects as directed by the supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Receive and follow maintenance instructions from the supervisor.
• Maintain, analyze, and repair plumbing fixtures, doors and locks, windows, cabinets, finishes, and equipment to minimize downtime.
• Perform preventative maintenance in residential spaces according to annual cycles.
• Keep grounds free from trash, litter, and debris.
• Perform emergency repairs in order of urgency and in a timely manner.
• Maintain the care and use of tools, supplies, equipment, etc.
• Oversee and/or complete special maintenance, construction, and landscaping projects as directed by the supervisor.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in general maintenance.
• Strong problem-solving and mechanical aptitude skills.
• Working knowledge of basic carpentry, HVAC, plumbing, and maintenance concepts.
• Prior experience working with blueprints and using hand and power tools.
• South Dakota driver's license and good driving record.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience or the ability/willingness to certify in operating machinery (forklift, front end loader, small-medium sized tractors, golf carts).
• Interacting with students, faculty, and leadership with different backgrounds and points of view.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Professional development assistance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan