Maintenance and Grounds Technician

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 equivalent is required. Trade school certification or technical training in building maintenance or landscaping is a plus. • Experience: A minimum of 2 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 and work outdoors in varying weather conditions. • License: A valid driver's license is required. • Background Check: Applicants must successfully complete a background check before hiring. 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: https://rocky.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/ Join Our Team: Maintenance and Grounds Technician at Rocky Mountain College. Equal Opportunity Employer.