Summary

Performs preventative maintenance on university property and assets by responding to work order requests for repairs and maintenance to maintain university facilities

Diversity & Inclusion 

Embracing diversity for a richly inclusive community is a Guiding Principle at JWU. Our students, faculty and staff have varied backgrounds, experiences and perspectives that unite us as one community and contribute to our success. We are committed to enhancing the diversity of our workforce teams and we encourage individuals from underrepresented groups to apply. 

Johnson & Wales University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.

Essential Job Functions

• Responds to work order requests for repairs and maintenance as assigned to resolve issues in a timely manner
• Performs preventative maintenance activities on campus and provides recommendations for materials needed or modifications to maintenance performed based on existing conditions
• Responds to emergency maintenance requests in a timely manner
• Conducts routine building inspections to make sure the university equipment and systems are operating efficiently, submits work orders requests to address issues, as needed
• Prepares facilities for special events
• Shovels snow and applies salt, as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
• Experience working in general maintenance or other related experience
• Valid U.S. driver's license based on location

Preferred Qualifications

• Three or more years working in general maintenance or other related experience

Please Note:

Qualified candidates must live or relocate within a daily commuting distance of the Providence Campus location upon hire.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until job posting is closed.