Position Overview
Under general direction of the Structures Supervisor, the General Maintenance Worker repairs cabinets, counters, shelves, tables and miscellaneous furniture; replaces and repairs doors, closures and locks; alters and repairs a variety of building structures such as walls, partitions, doorways, windows and frames, stairways, masonry and roofs. Installs window glass and screens, applies wall and floor covering materials in addition to installing and repairing ceramic and other types of tile. May make routine electrical, plumbing and mechanical repairs when that work is integral to the repairs or installation. Helps guide the work of less experienced workers.
Responsibilities
- Responds to work order requests and project assignments for repairs including walls of various materials, ceilings (both tile and plaster), doors (interior and exterior), repair and adjustment of hardware and windows. Flooring repair and installation of carpet, VCT, ceramic tile and wood. Woodwork repair and installation. Painting, staining, wallcovering repair and installation and caulking both interior and exterior. Metal fabrication required at times. Ongoing clean up and organization of service areas.
- Work order response for customer needs related to furniture repair, picture hanging, banner installations, etc. Installing and removing holiday displays.
- Exterior maintenance and installation of bike racks, trash receptacles, etc. Minor masonry repair and tuck pointing. Replacement of damaged paver stone, concrete placement and repair.
- Summer refurbishing or Residence Halls including all general maintenance skills required for a complete suite refresh of bathroom and sleeping area. Work in conjunction with TEMP shop where minor electrical or plumbing trim can be accomplished when in adjacent area for complete work appearance.
- Preventive maintenance tasks such as fire extinguisher checks, roof and roof drain cleaning and other jobs as assigned.
- Utilize electronic devices such as IPad and computers as part of the University PM/Work Order system for job assignments, completion tracking and customer feedback.
Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma
- 1-2 years General maintenance experience, preferably with academic or historic buildings.
Preferred Qualifications
- OSHA 10 Certified
- Lock out tag out training
Roofing experience
Positions that require driving a University owned/leased/rented or personal vehicle must be pre-approved and qualify for the insured driver’s list prior to a final job offer being made to a candidate filling the position. Additionally, in order to comply with the standards imposed by the University’s insurance carrier, the University reserves the right to deny or restrict driving privileges to individuals who have had any of the following incidents:
- Charged with operating a vehicle while intoxicated, impaired or under the influence of drugs.
- Charged with any moving traffic violations or parking citations. (in the last three years)
- Had driver’s license suspended for any reason.
- Been involved in any vehicular accident. (in the last three years)
BU Benefits and Perks
- Please check out Butler’s Total Rewards website to learn more about our benefit offerings, which include:
- Paid Time Off and Holidays:
- 20 days of paid time off (vacation and PTO days) per Fiscal year
- 8 Paid Holidays
- In addition, a paid Winter Break between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day
- Paid Parental Leave (after 1 year of full-time employment)
- Health:
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans including disability and life insurance programs
- Retirement:
- 10% employer contribution after 1 year of full-time employment
- Tuition Assistance:
- Remission of tuition for classes taken at Butler for employees, spouses, and dependent children.
- Eligibility after 9 months of full-time employment
- Employees & spouses- undergraduate/graduate degrees
- Dependents (under age 26)- undergraduate degree
- Tuition Exchange Program for Dependents at participating institutions
- Butler Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks:
- Access to Butler’s on-site fitness facility and libraries for full-time staff and faculty
- LinkedIn Learning Courses
- Free premium subscription to the Calm App
- Free subscription to the WSJ, The Economist, and NYT
- Discount at the College Bookstore
- Discount on select Athletic and Arts/Events Center Performances
Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.
Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.
Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.
