• General Trades Worker

    Connecticut College (New London, CT)


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    Position Information

    Position Title General Trades Worker

     

    Department Building Maintenance -Group

     

    Pay Type Non Exempt

     

    Appointment Type (A) Continuing Full-Time

     

    Hours Per Week 40

     

    Number of weeks 52 weeks per year

     

    other - # of weeks 52

     

    Benefits Eligible Full Benefits

     

    Geographical Regional

     

    Qualifies for Relocation Reimbursement No

     

    Work Schedule

    Job Description

    General Scope of Duties

    The General Trades Worker is a skilled facilities professional with a primary focus on building trades, including carpentry, painting, locksmithing, and general maintenance. The role is essential in maintaining the safety, function, and appearance of campus buildings through repairs, renovations, dorm turnovers, and preventative upkeep. This position also serves as a first responder to service requests and emergencies, performing immediate corrective actions and coordinating follow-up with trade specialists or contractors. Secondary responsibilities include seasonal landscaping support and event setup as needed.

     

    General Duties and Responsibilities

    Building Trades & Maintenance (Primary Focus):

    + Carpentry: Repair and maintain doors, windows, cabinetry, walls, flooring, and other structural or finish elements.

    + Painting: Prepare surfaces, repair drywall, and apply professional-level finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.

    + Locksmithing: Perform routine lock maintenance, rekey locks, replace or adjust hardware, and assist with access control troubleshooting.

    + General Maintenance: Address routine repair needs across campus buildings; support dorm turnover through patching, painting, fixture repair, and hardware adjustments.

    Other Skilled Trades Support:

    + Electrical: Replace lamps, reset breakers, and identify electrical issues for escalation.

    + Plumbing: Unclog drains, replace faucets/seals, and inspect for leaks or water damage.

    + HVAC : Replace filters, adjust thermostats, and report irregularities.

    Service Response:

    + Respond promptly to facilities requests and emergencies, assessing urgency and performing immediate corrective action when possible.

    + Clearly communicate repair status and next steps with campus stakeholders.

    + Escalate complex issues to licensed technicians or supervisors.

    Seasonal & Event Support (Secondary Duties):

    + Assist with campus landscaping tasks such as seasonal cleanups, leaf removal, mulching, and snow removal.

     

    Support event operations including furniture movement, staging, and logistics.

    Other Duties:

    + Record work orders, updates, and completions in the CMMS system.

    + Maintain tools, equipment, and workspaces in safe, clean condition.

    + Follow all safety protocols, building codes, and institutional policies.

    Education and Skills

    + High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school training preferred.

    + Minimum 3 years of general maintenance experience with basic proficiency across multiple trades.

    + Experience with surface preparation, drywall repair, and professional-level interior/exterior painting techniques.

    + Familiarity with basic locksmith functions such as rekeying, lock repair, and hardware replacement preferred.

    + Familiarity with basic landscaping tasks and seasonal campus grounds support.

    + Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess and prioritize tasks independently.

    + Familiarity with hand and power tools, ladders, snow removal equipment, and safety gear.

    + Ability to use mobile devices or computers to manage work order data in a CMMS platform.

    + Effective communication skills and a service-oriented approach to working in a campus environment.

    + Must hold a valid driver’s license and be able to respond to on-call or after-hours emergencies as required.

    Preferred Qualifications

    Physical Demands

     

    Driving Required Yes

     

    Salary Range $26.85-$28.85

    Note

    Connecticut College is committed to fair and competitive compensation. The final offer will reflect the candidate’s experience, education, and the institution’s pay structure to ensure internal equity.

     

    Applicant Credentialing Thorough applicant credentialing will be conducted on the selected candidate which will include criminal records check, DMV check and depending on the position psychological exam and pre-placement physical.

     

    Posting Detail Information

     

    Open Date 10/10/2025

     

    Applications accepted through

     

    Open Until Filled Yes

     

    Documents needed to Apply

    Required Documents

    + Resume

    + Cover Letter

     

    Optional Documents

     

    Supplemental Questions

     

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

     

    + * What is the highest level of education attained?

    + GED

    + High School Diploma

    + Associates Degree

    + Bachelors Degree

    + Masters Degree

    + PHD

    + * How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

     

    + 0-1

     

    + 1-3

     

    + 3-5

     

    + 5-7

     

    + 7+

     

    + * Are you eligible to work in the U.S.?

    + Yes

    + No

    + * Do you have a valid drivers license?

    + Yes

    + No

    + * Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa)?

    + Yes

    + No