Facilities Support Technician

Connecticut College; New London (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Connecticut College is seeking a Facilities Support Technician to perform event setup, equipment handling, and custodial services across campus. Responsibilities include loading and delivering event materials, arranging furniture, and ensuring safety and housekeeping standards are met.

The role supports major campus events and requires the ability to lift up to 75 pounds and drive campus vehicles. This full‑time, non-exempt position offers full benefits and requires availability for events

Qualifications

• General maintenance and custodial duties experience preferred.
• Ability to operate and drive a variety of campus vehicles.
• Able to follow detailed instructions and work orders.

Responsibilities

• Set up and break down event equipment per customer requests.
• Deliver and move materials and furniture as needed for campus events.
• Support custodial operations and maintain clean, safe work areas.
• Assist with loading/unloading materials to on/off‑campus destinations.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Driver’s license

Vehicle operation

Safety awareness

CMMS knowledge

Tools

Box truck

Cube van

Cargo van

Pickup truck

Burnishers

Scrubbers

Extractors

Buffers

Vacuums

Job description

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Facilities Support Technician Department Event Support Pay Type Non Exempt Appointment Type (A) Continuing Full-Time Hours Per Week 40 Number of weeks 52 weeks per year other - # of weeks 52 Benefits Eligible Full Benefits Geographical Regional Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement No Work Schedule

Job Description

General Scope of Duties

Perform various tasks involving setting up and breaking down event equipment, picking up and delivering supplies and material, moving furniture and equipment, providing custodial and maintenance services to maintain clean and attractive areas within assigned buildings, and other duties as assigned.

General Duties and Responsibilities

• Support events inside and outside by supplying, delivering, installing, and removing a wide variety of material and equipment arranged as requested by the customer using sketches, diagrams, and work orders including: tents, chairs, tables, podiums, flags, flagpoles, banners, coat racks and other items as requested.
• Interpret and follow detailed work orders to ensure accurate execution of tasks, including specifications, materials, timelines, and quality standards.
• Prioritize daily workload to ensure timely completion of tasks while adapting to changing demands. Required to be available outside of the College's normal administrative office hours to support custodial operations and provide on-site assistance for major campus events such as Commencement, Alumni Reunion Weekend, First-Year Move-In Day, and Parents Weekend. Must remain on duty until responsibilities are fully completed for all major events.
• Pick up and load a wide variety of materials and equipment from various campus locations into assigned vehicles; deliver and unload them at the proper on‑or off‑campus destinations, ensuring the job is completed thoroughly and efficiently.
• Ensure proper setup and arrangement of furniture for all campus events in accordance with event specifications and timelines.
• Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promote continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
• Perform daily pickup of residence hall trash as directed.
• Support other Facilities Management departmental activities as assigned.
• Operate a service vehicle as required to perform duties.

Education and Skills

• A combination of education and experience that provides a demonstrated knowledge of general maintenance duties required
• Proven capacity for effective teamwork.
• Ability to effectively and safely operate a variety of vehicles, tools and equipment necessary to carry out assignments including box truck, cube van, cargo van, pickup truck, burnishers, scrubbers, extractors, buffers, and various types of vacuums.
• Interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to keep shop records, follow directions
• Ability to utilize computer software (CMMS).
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license
• Ability to frequently lift up to 75 pounds unaided.
• High integrity needed to handle confidential information.

Preferred Qualifications Physical Demands Driving Required Yes Salary Range 21.98 Note

Connecticut College is committed to fair and competitive compensation. The final offer will reflect the candidate's experience, education, and the institution's pay structure to ensure internal equity.

Applicant Credentialing

Thorough applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate which will include criminal records check, DMV check and depending on the position psychological exam and pre‑placement physical.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 09/17/2026 Applications accepted through Open Until Filled Yes