Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Carpentry, Driver's License, Electricity, Emergency Response, General Handyperson, Higher Education, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintenance Services, Material Moving, On Call, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Plumbing, Problem Solving Skills, Vision Plan
Handyman + Event Setup Specialist
Location: Lakewood, CO
Salary: $25.94 per hour
This role ensures RMCAD maintains a polished, functional, and event-ready campus. The position supports general maintenance, high-quality finishes, and campus-wide event execution critical to student and community experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform general maintenance and minor repairs across campus
- Execute interior/exterior painting including detailed finish work
- Support event setup/teardown (galleries, exhibitions, student showcases)
- Maintain presentation standards in public-facing and academic spaces
- Conduct routine inspections for cosmetic and minor facility issues
- Support Team Leads to address reactive issues upon occurence
Minimum Qualifications
- 3+ years of experience in general maintenance, painting, or facilities support
- Experience with commercial painting techniques and finishes
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and perform physical work
- Valid driver's license Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting events, galleries, or higher education environments
- Basic knowledge of carpentry, electrical, or plumbing systems
On-Call Requirements
Participation in rotating/tiered on-call schedule
Availability for evening/weekend events and emergency response as needed
Working Conditions
This position regularly requires physical activity including standing, walking, climbing ladders, bending, kneeling, and lifting/moving materials or equipment up to 70-100 pounds. Work is performed in both indoor and outdoor campus environments and may involve exposure to varying temperatures, dust, paint fumes, noise, and general maintenance-related conditions. The role requires flexibility to support campus events, exhibitions, and operational needs, including occasional evening and weekend hours. Participation in a rotating on-call schedule is required to support emergency response and urgent facility-related issues as needed.
Our Benefits:
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- Basic Life & AD&D
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Time Off including paid vacation, sick and holidays
- 401k employer match
- Tuition Waiver
Rocky Mountain College of Art + Design is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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