Building Maintenance Worker

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.

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.

Building Maintenance Worker

Non-Exempt, Full-time, 12 month schedule

Structural Supervisor

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.

• 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

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

• 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

High School Diploma or GED required

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.

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…