Maintenance and Grounds Technician

Join Our Team: Maintenance and Grounds Technician at Rocky Mountain College

Rocky Mountain College is seeking a dedicated, skilled, and reliable Maintenance and Grounds Technician to help keep our beautiful campus safe, functional, and welcoming. If you take pride in your work, enjoy a mix of indoor hands-on maintenance and outdoor groundskeeping, and want to contribute to a vibrant educational community, we want to hear from you.

About the Role

As a Maintenance and Grounds Technician, you will play a vital role in maintaining the safety, functionality, and appearance of campus buildings and grounds. This is a full-time, hourly position within our Facilities’ department, reporting directly to the Facilities Operations Manager. This role includes participation in an after-hours on-call rotation to respond to campus emergencies.

What You Will Do

• General Maintenance: Perform plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and HVAC repairs, while maintaining campus infrastructure like doors, windows, lighting, and fixtures.
• Groundskeeping & Seasonal Care: Operate and maintain landscaping equipment for mowing, pruning, fertilizing, leaf collection, and robust snow and ice removal.
• Campus Infrastructure Support: Monitor and maintain irrigation systems, outdoor lighting, athletic fields, walkways, and parking lots.
• Event & Team Collaboration: Assist with event setup and teardown (including moving furniture and equipment) and work closely with the Facilities team on campus beautification projects.
• Safety & Service: Respond to campus work orders promptly and professionally while ensuring strict compliance with safety regulations and proper chemical handling.

What We Are Looking For

• Education: High school diploma or GED required. Trade school certification or technical training in building maintenance or landscaping is a plus.
• Experience: A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in general maintenance and groundskeeping, with proven experience operating maintenance and landscaping equipment. Prior experience in an educational or institutional setting is preferred.
• Physical Capabilities: Ability to lift and move up to 50 pounds and comfortably work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• License: A valid driver's license is required.

Core Competencies for Success

• Technical proficiency in building systems and tools.
• Strong reliability, initiative, and safety awareness.
• Excellent teamwork and communication skills when interacting with students, staff, and supervisors.
• Adaptability to handle shifting priorities and weather conditions.
• Alignment with Rocky Mountain College's mission to maintain a supportive and welcoming learning environment.

Benefits

Benefits package includes medical insurance, voluntary dental and vision, life insurance, additional voluntary life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short-term disability, long-term disability, retirement plan, and tuition remission.

How to Apply

If you are ready to bring your skills to a campus that values community and excellence, please submit your Rocky Mountain College Staff Employment Application through the Rocky Mountain College employment portal ([email protected]) or contact Human Resources for more details. Applicants must successfully complete a background check before hiring.

Pay: From $21.50 per hour

Expected hours: 37.5 per week

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person