General Maintenance Technician

About Roanoke College

Roanoke College is a place where every student who works hard has the opportunity to succeed. We champion potential, providing essential learning and leadership through innovative academic programs and transformative educational experiences, giving students the mettle, mindset, and empathy to pursue lives of purpose, build meaningful careers, and meet society’s most pressing needs. Located in scenic Salem, Virginia, Roanoke College is an intimate, welcoming community that has served the local region and beyond for nearly 200 years. Now, we’re building on momentum and offering a Roanoke experience for today’s students and a legacy that belongs to every Maroon. Learn about the College's new strategic plan, Imagine Roanoke: A Strategic Plan for Roanoke College and the 21st Century Learner.

Roanoke College is a nationally ranked residential liberal arts college affiliated with the Lutheran Church (ELCA), located in the beautiful Roanoke Valley of Virginia. A Phi Beta Kappa institution, Roanoke College is an equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity among its faculty, staff, and students; women and members of under-represented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

The Position

Roanoke College seeks applicants join our team to perform general maintenance duties in support of maintaining the campus. This position performs all activities relating to general maintenance and repair, moving, and related general maintenance work on campus. Uniforms provided, free lunch each work day in our cafeteria, and full tuition waiver after one year of service. Hours of work are primarily Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Perform or assist in performing general maintenance and repairs throughout campus.
2. Assist Plant Manager in preparation of work estimates, and ordering necessary supplies.
3. Completes all work assigned in an organized and timely manner.
4. Maintain communication with supervisors about work order status.
5. Assists with any inclement weather issues that should occur.
6. Assist in setting up for and taking down from academic, athletic, and other special events.
7. Assist others in moving of furniture, equipment, and any other moving needs as required.
8. Does require some weekend work.
9. Participate in “on call” service rotation.

Education, Experience, Skills, and Abilities:

1. Must have a valid driver’s license
2. Maintenance experience required
3. Electrical experience a plus
4. Maintain a high level of customer satisfaction and service.
5. High School diploma or GED required.
6. Ability to successfully lead and work with others.