Maintenance Technician

Cornell College

Location: Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, US
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Industry: Education
Occupational Category: 49-0000.00 – Installation, Maintenance, and Repair
Posted: Monday, 13 July 2026
Valid Through: Wednesday, 12 August 2026

Job Description

Cornell College is hiring a Maintenance Technician in Cedar Rapids, IA. This is a full-time position.

Cornell College is seeking a skilled Facilities Maintenance Technician to support campus operations through hands-on repair, maintenance, and building systems work. This is a great opportunity for a trades professional who enjoys variety, independence, and meaningful work in a team-oriented environment.

What You'll Do

  • Perform maintenance and repairs (carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical)
  • Troubleshoot issues and complete work orders across campus
  • Support renovations and preventive maintenance
  • Assist with grounds work and snow removal
  • Respond to after-hours calls as part of a rotating on-call schedule

What We’re Looking For

  • 5+ years of experience in building maintenance or skilled trades (or equivalent)
  • Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently
  • Experience with tools, equipment, and general construction methods
  • Valid driver’s license

Bonus: Experience with building systems (BAS/DDC) or CMMS

This position is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop; kneel; crouch; or crawl; and talk; or hear. Occasionally required to sit. Must frequently lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

Why Join Cornell

  • Stable, full-time role with consistent work
  • Variety of tasks—no two days are the same
  • Supportive, team-based environment
  • Excellent benefits, including 4 weeks vacation + 14.5 paid holidays
  • Retirement (TIAA 403b) and tuition benefits

Apply

Submit your resume and references through Cornell College’s application system.

Cornell is an equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from underrepresented groups. Cornell complies with Iowa's Smoke-free Air Act. Cornell utilizes E-Verify and requires the satisfactory completion of a background check.

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Education Requirements

high school

Skills

See job description

Benefits

Please see the job description for benefits.

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