Facilities Helper: Maintenance, Mail & Grounds

Stephens; Columbia Township, Northern (MO, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Supplemental Retirement Annuity

Faculty/Staff Grants

Tuition waivers

Tuition paid undergraduate classes for

Job summary

Stephens College seeks a dependable General Laborer/Helper to support Facilities and Operations across campus in Columbia, Missouri. You will assist with maintenance, grounds, custodial tasks, and mailroom duties to keep the campus safe, clean, and functional.

The role requires teamwork, reliability, and flexibility for after‑hours on‑call coverage. A high school diploma is preferred, with safety training provided as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in maintenance, construction, landscaping, custodial work, general labor, moving, or mail/package handling preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to safely use basic tools and equipment after training.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Valid driver's license; Class E preferred.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Ability and willingness to participate in the department's on‑call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Assist general maintenance staff with routine maintenance, repairs, and campus projects.
• Move, load, unload, and transport furniture, equipment, supplies, and materials.
• Assist with event setups, move‑in, move‑out, deliveries, and other campus activities.
• Perform basic painting, patching, caulking, changing filters and other general maintenance tasks.
• Assist with minor repairs and preventative maintenance under the direction of general maintenance staff.
• Use basic hand and power tools safely after proper training.
• Maintain clean and organized work areas.
• Provide backup support to the campus mailroom as needed.
• Receive, sort, organize, and distribute mail and packages.
• Load students packages and tag faculty/staff package when received.
• Assist with outgoing mail, shipping, and package preparation.
• Move and transport mail and packages throughout campus.
• Maintain organized mailroom and package staging areas.
• Handle mail and packages professionally and confidentially.
• Assist with general campus grounds upkeep, including litter removal, weeding, mulching, planting, and seasonal work.
• Assist custodial staff with moving furniture, room preparation, cleaning support, and special projects.
• Assist with storm cleanup, snow and ice removal, and other seasonal needs.
• Report maintenance, safety, or facility concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Participate in the Facilities department’s on‑call rotation and respond to after‑hours facility needs and emergencies as scheduled.
• Follow established procedures for documenting and communicating after‑hours calls, work, and follow‑up needs.
• Follow all Facilities safety procedures, OSHA requirements, and campus policies.
• Properly use PPE and operate equipment only after appropriate training.
• Provide courteous and professional service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and vendors.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality when working in occupied campus spaces and handling mail or packages.
• Report accidents, injuries, unsafe conditions, or property damage immediately.
• Assist other Facilities and Operations teams as workload and departmental needs require.
• Work during move‑in, move‑out, special events, severe weather, and other periods of increased activity.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Dependable

Hardworking

Willingness to learn

Team player

Customer service

Good communication

Safety-conscious

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Job description

Stephens College seeks a dependable General Laborer/Helper to support Facilities and Operations across campus in Columbia, Missouri. You will assist with maintenance, grounds, custodial tasks, and mailroom duties to keep the campus safe, clean, and functional.

The role requires teamwork, reliability, and flexibility for after‑hours on‑call coverage. A high school diploma is preferred, with safety training provided as needed.