Building Maintenance Worker

Augustana College; Rock Island (IL); On-site; USD 24,108 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Augustana College in Rock Island, IL is seeking a Building Maintenance Worker to maintain campus buildings and residences. The role involves designing, building, installing and repairing structures, fixtures, furniture, and other items using standard trade materials.

You will perform interior and exterior upkeep, repairs to walls, doors, windows, roofs, shelving and cabinetry, plus minor electrical and plumbing tasks.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of carpentry experience.
• Ability to read and interpret building specifications and blueprints.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining building interiors and exteriors.
• Repair walls, doors, closures, flooring, ceilings, partitions, draperies, etc.
• Measure, cut or shape wood, plastic, fiberglass, drywall and other materials.
• Construct building frameworks, including wall studs, floor joists and door frames.
• Inspect and replace damaged framework and other structures and fixtures.
• Replace glass and repair window systems; roof work and ladder/scaffold tasks.
• Construct shelving, bookcases, and cabinets and repair furniture as needed.
• Perform minor electrical and plumbing repairs.
• Assist other departments with Facilities Services as needed.

Skills

Carpentry

Blueprint reading

Tool operation

Valid driverackground license

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

About Augustana College

Augustana College is a nationally recognized college of the liberal arts and sciences dedicated to investing in engaged learning, maximizing student potential, and strengthening community partnerships - the guiding priorities of our Bold & Boundless Strategic Plan (2024-29). For our 2,500 students from all backgrounds, Augustana provides a transformative experience that integrates rigorous academics, hands‑on learning and mentorship to prepare graduates for meaningful careers and lifelong success.

About Augustana College

Augustana College is a nationally recognized college of the liberal arts and sciences dedicated to investing in engaged learning, maximizing student potential, and strengthening community partnerships - the guiding priorities of our Bold & Boundless Strategic Plan (2024-29). For our 2,500 students from all backgrounds, Augustana provides a transformative experience that integrates rigorous academics, hands‑on learning and mentorship to prepare graduates for meaningful careers and lifelong success.

The college’s scenic, wooded campus is located in Rock Island, Illinois, part of the Quad-Cities metro area (pop. 470,000) along the Mississippi River, about a 3-hour drive from Chicago. At Augustana, we seek innovative and student-centered professionals who are excited to contribute to our strategic goals of empowering students through engaged learning, leadership development and real‑world experiences.

Employees at Augustana enjoy an excellent benefit package including medical, retirement, generous paid time off, tuition benefits for employees and their family members, and much more.

Job Title:

Building Maintenance Worker

Status:

Non-Exempt, Full-time, 12 month schedule

Reports To:

Structural Supervisor

Overview:

The Building Maintenance Worker is responsible for maintaining campus academic buildings and residences. This includes designing, building, installing and repairing structures, fixtures, furniture, and other items using materials common to the trade.

Primary Duties:

• Assist with aspects of maintaining building interiors and exteriors
• Responsible for miscellaneous repairs: Installing and repairing walls, doors, closures, flooring, ceilings, partitions, draperies etc.
• Measure, cut or shape wood, plastic, fiberglass, drywall and other materials
• Construct building frameworks, including wall studs, floor joists and door frames
• Inspect and replace damaged framework and other structures and fixtures
• Replace glass and perform all types of window and window systems repair
• Able to make effective repairs to roofs (build-ups, rubber, shingles, etc.), plus ability to setup and work from ladder, scaffolding, picks, high roofs, and overhangs.
• Construct shelving, bookcases, and cabinets and repair all types of furniture as needed

Additional Duties:

• Perform minor electrical and plumbing repairs
• Assist other departments with Facilities Services as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Skills & Experience:

• 1-3 years of work related experience in all phases of carpentry
• Knowledge of carpentry, building maintenance and code
• Knowledge of safe operation of basic hand and power tools
• Ability to read and interpret building specifications, blueprints and as-builds
• Must possess a valid driver's license

Education:

High School Diploma or GED required

Expected hours of work:

This is a full-time, calendar year position with a 40 hour work week. Standard days and hours of work are Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. through 4:00 p.m. Hours may vary during break periods such as Summer Break and Spring Break. On occasion employees are expected to report for emergency response situations and subject to supervisor approval, overtime may be required.

Additional Information:

Pay and Benefits:

This position is budgeted to pay between $17.50 to $20.00 per hour based upon past working experience. We offer a competitive benefits package designed to support the needs of employees. Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive range of benefits including:

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts or health savings accounts
• Life insurance, disability insurance, and supplemental insurance programs
• Retirement plan with a generous company contribution
• Excellent paid time off/holiday benefits
• Tuition benefits for employees and their family members
• Access to company facilities (gym, pool, health center, etc.)
• You can learn more about our benefit programs at our Benefits website.

Work Environment:

Work assignments may require working indoors and outdoors in all seasons and weather conditions. Evening, weekend and on-call work may be required occasionally, especially during extreme weather events or campus emergencies

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to lift 50 pounds on a frequent basis and 75 pounds on an occasional basis.
• Must be able to push and pull heavy machinery on a frequent basis.
• This position requires frequent climbing of stairs and occasional work on ladders.
• Ability to listen, hear, speak, read, write, bend, stoop, and stand for long periods of time.
• Must possess finger and hand dexterity for using small tools and equipment.

Supervisory Responsibility:

This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but does serve as a coach and mentor for student workers.

EEO Statement:

Augustana is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is Augustana College's policy to provide equal opportunity to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, national origin, disability and any other category protected by federal, state or local law.

Note:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities are subject to change at any time with or without notice.