Facilities Support

This position reports to the architectural trades coordinator and is responsible for supporting campus logistical and general labor needs. An individual holding the position of Facilities Support is part of the Facilities Management department of the College. Facilities Management's workload varies from day to day, and occasionally employees will be required to perform work outside of their specific areas of responsibility. Availability for occasional overtime and emergency call-ins is required. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position. The hourly pay rate will be determined at the time of offer. The posted pay range is Indeed-calculated.

Responsibilities :

Moving and delivering materials both on and off campus, Moving and assembling furniture, Setting up for events based on a daily schedule, Grounds maintenance Waste management, and Assisting with all aspects of facilities management work including interior and exterior maintenance as directed by skilled tradespeople. Qualifications The successful candidate will have a High School Diploma or equivalent , and will also demonstrate many, but necessarily all, of the following skills, abilities, and characteristics. If you think your skillset could contribute to our departmental program, please still apply. Proven excellent attendance and reliability. Good communication skills. Ability to closely follow both written and verbal instructions. Ability to operate computerized maintenance management system to receive and track work orders, and use college e-mail to communicate professionally. The ability to work cooperatively as part of a team, as well as independently without close supervision is crucial. Must be able to drive and must possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver's license and a driving record that complies with College policies. This is a physically demanding position. Requirements include but are not limited to the ability to move between and within campus buildings, to work indoors and outdoors in a full range of weather; to work in a variety of postures for extended periods, occasionally in confined spaces; to use a variety of tools with arms and hands; to lift as much as 75 pounds and push or pull 100 pounds; to climb ladders and work off of roofs and elevated platforms. About Kalamazoo College Kalamazoo College is a community of students, faculty, staff, and alumni who are committed to making an exceptional place to learn, live, and work. At Kalamazoo College, cultivating a profound sense of belonging and advancing meaningful inclusivity are foundational to who we are and what we do. Individuals who share similar commitments are invited to apply for employment. Kalamazoo College is a nationally recognized liberal arts college known for rigorous academics and offering an integrated undergraduate experience that weaves a traditional liberal arts curriculum into educational experiences in both domestic and international settings with the majority of our graduates participating in study abroad. Kalamazoo College is committed to the liberal arts and sciences, experiential education, freedom of individual conscience and celebration of diversity and inclusion. It is one of the nation's 100 oldest colleges and universities and a thought leader and innovator in higher education. The campus of Kalamazoo College is located midway between Chicago and Detroit in Kalamazoo, Michigan, a metropolitan community of 261,000, which supports multiple college and university campuses along with numerous civic arts and cultural associations and sports teams. Thirty-five miles from Lake Michigan, the area offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation, a walkable downtown, outstanding restaurants, and plenty of family-friendly activities. The city is home to the Kalamazoo Promise, which covers up to 100% tuition and fees at Michigan colleges, universities, and trade schools for graduates of Kalamazoo Public Schools. Kalamazoo College encourages candidates who will contribute to the cultural diversity of the College to apply and to identify themselves if they wish. An equal opportunity employer, Kalamazoo College is committed to equal rights, equal opportunities, and equal protection under the law. Please be invited to review our full EEO statement by visiting https://www.kzoo.edu/about/nondiscrimination-policy/. To provide a safe and secure educational environment, Kalamazoo College conducts criminal background reviews on all people who receive an offer of employment. Kalamazoo College is an E-Verify participating employer. Please select Notice and Rights for more information.

Benefits:

Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person