Building Maintenance Technician

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Building Maintenance Technician - JLL

What this job involves: Join our dedicated facilities team at Simpson College, where you'll play a vital role in maintaining a safe, functional, and welcoming campus environment. This position combines hands-on technical expertise with essential support services that directly impact the daily operations and experience of students, faculty, and staff. As a key member of JLL's facilities management team, you'll tackle diverse maintenance challenges, support campus events, and ensure our properties remain in excellent condition year-round. This is an opportunity to showcase your versatile skill set while enjoying exceptional benefits including generous time off, tuition remission, and competitive pay with certification incentives.

What your day-to-day will look like:

• Perform electrical repairs and maintenance tasks to ensure safe and reliable building systems.

• Complete plumbing repairs, maintenance, and fixture installations throughout campus facilities.

• Execute carpentry work including framing, finish carpentry, and drywall repairs to maintain building integrity.

• Conduct minor appliance repairs and coordinate tenant change of occupancy preparations.

• Assist with event setup and breakdown to support campus activities and functions.

• Provide snow removal services during winter months to maintain safe campus access.

• Support moving services and other facility needs using corded and battery-powered hand tools.

Required Qualifications:

• 3 to 5 years of proven experience in facilities maintenance or property management.

• Demonstrated ability to perform electrical repair and maintenance work.

• Proficiency in plumbing repair, maintenance, and fixture installation.

• Carpentry skills in both framing and finish work, including drywall repair

• Valid driver's license in good standing.

• Experience operating corded and battery-powered hand tools safely and effectively.

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic campus environment.

• This position is represented by the United Electrical, Radio, and Machine Workers of America, Local 860. Union membership is not required at the time of hire; however, the selected candidate must join the union within 90 days of their start date as a condition of continued employment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification (hourly wage incentive available).

• Refrigerant handling certification (hourly wage incentive available).

• Experience with minor appliance repair and troubleshooting.

• Previous experience in an educational or institutional setting.

• Knowledge of event setup and logistics support.

• Snow removal equipment operation experience.

• Strong customer service orientation and communication skills.

Location: Indianola, Iowa

Work Shift: Monday through Friday, 7:45 AM to 4:30 PM. The position may occasionally require evening and weekend coverage to support campus events or respond to urgent maintenance situations. Flexibility for these occasional after-hours needs is essential.

Salary/Comp: Starting hourly wage of $25.05 with additional hourly rate increases for OSHA 10, OSHA 30, and refrigerant handling certifications. Comprehensive benefits package includes generous paid time off, sick time, 11 paid holidays, and tuition remission for full-time employees and their dependents after probationary period.

This position does not provide visa sponsorship. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

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If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet all the requirements. We're interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!

Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:

JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health. Some of these benefits may include:

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision Care

• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary

• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays

• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay

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