State Maintenance Jobs in Missouri (NOW HIRING)

Posting Details
Position Information
Position Title
Maintenance Helper
Work Location
Springfield Campus
Department
Facilities Maintenance
Pay Grade
Unclassified
Proposed Salary
$17.00/Hour
Sponsorship Information
Applicants must be currently authorized to work for ANY employer in the United States on a full-time basis. This position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.
General Function
The maintenance helper assists full time technicians, performing entry-level maintenance, repairs, and cleaning to ensure facility or equipment functionality. Key duties include cleaning workspaces, hauling materials, replacing light bulbs, basic painting, and assisting with plumbing or electrical fixes. This role requires physical stamina, hand tools, and following safety protocols.
Description of Primary Duties
Providing tools, materials, and support to maintenance technicians and mechanics during installations or repairs. Maintaining a clean work environment, cleaning tools and machinery, and removing debris. Performs basic building maintenance, such as patching walls, painting, replacing light bulbs, and clearing drains. Assisting with repair or replacement of exterior building lights. Assist with HVAC repairs on rooftops or equipment yards. Assisting with inventory control, restocking supplies, and keeping tools organized.
Minimum Acceptable Qualifications
Basic knowledge of hand tools, power tools, and building maintenance procedures.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
High school diploma or equivalent is required
Ability to lift heavy items, work on ladders, and stand for long periods.
Proven general maintenance experience.
Additional Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
This will be a part time summer position from May 1 - August 31st 2026.
Hours will typically fall between 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Monday - Friday.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Non-Discrimination Statement
Missouri State University is a community of people with respect for diversity. The University emphasizes the dignity and equality common to all persons and adheres to a strict non-discrimination policy regarding the treatment of individual faculty, staff, and students. In accord with federal law and applicable Missouri statutes, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin (including ancestry, or any other subcategory of national origin recognized by applicable law), religion, sex (including marital status, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other subcategory of sex recognized by applicable law), age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law in employment or in any program or activity offered or sponsored by the University. Sex discrimination encompasses sexual harassment, which includes sexual violence, and is strictly prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972.
This policy shall not be interpreted in a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces of the United States of America.
The University maintains a grievance procedure incorporating due process available to any person who believes he or she has been discriminated against. Missouri State University is an Equal Opportunity employer. Inquiries concerning the complaint/grievance procedure related to discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including sexual harassment and sexual assault, or compliance with federal and state laws and guidelines, should be addressed to the Director, Office for Institutional Compliance, Carrington Hall 205, 901 S. National Ave., Springfield, Missouri 65897, Compliance@MissouriState.edu, 417-836-4252.
Background Check Statement
Employment will require a criminal background check at University expense.
HR Representative
Callie McClarnon
Posting Detail
Open Date
03/02/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Posting Number
20260007PTS
Quick Link for Posting
https://jobs.missouristate.edu/postings/85255