Handyman + Event Setup Specialist

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