Morningside University is looking for a skilled and service-oriented General Maintenance Technician. This is a full-time position. If you enjoy working with your hands and making an impact in the campus community, this position is for you. In this role the individual is responsible for general maintenance and repairs of the buildings and grounds.

Responsibilities:

• Maintenance and repairs of buildings
• Maintenance of buildings including minor electrical and plumbing repairs
• Availability to follow the on-call schedule as needed.
• Perform basic carpentry work including repairs to locks, closets, furniture, doors, fixtures, etc.
• Perform patching, repairing walls, painting rooms of various sizes, maintain painting equipment and inventories of paint and supplies.
• General Grounds maintenance – litter control, salting when necessary.
• General HVAC maintenance- coil washing, filter changing, belt maintenance.
• Assist with snow removal of sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots.
• Completion of various maintenance duties and tasks as needed by the work order system

Qualifications:

• Maintains a positive working relationship with students, parents, faculty, and staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, and works well with others.
• Ability to use general tools and equipment.
• Ability to lift/carry heavy items around 50 pounds.

At Morningside University, every role contributes to the success of our students. As part of our Physical Plant team, you will work in a supportive environment where your expertise is valued, your work has visible impact, and every day brings new challenges and opportunities to make a difference.

Review of applications for the position will begin immediately and will continue until filled. Successful completion of background check verification is required. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, sex, religion, creed, race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, national origin, or other characteristics protected by state and federal law. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact the Director of Human Resources at welp@morningside.edu.

Please email a cover letter, resume and 3 references to employment@morningside.edu

Or apply at

Morningside University

Business Office

1501 Morningside Avenue

Sioux City, IA 51106