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We require a cover letter and resume to consider you for this position. In the cover letter, please let us know how this position aligns with your career aspirations and skills. Submit both a cover letter and resume as one file (because of system limitations).

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Job Summary

Come join our team at the Penny W. Stamps School of Art and Design!

The Facilities Assistant supports maintenance, security and safety, and general facilities operations within three Stamps School facilities located within Ann Arbor. You will work as a member of the school's essential staff, and performs tasks conducted on site, to the extent possible and within health and safety guidelines.

You will report to the Director of Facilities

Please review the full position description here.

Why Work at Michigan?

In addition to a career filled with purpose and opportunity, The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family and plan for a secure future. Benefits include:

Generous time offA retirement plan that provides two-for-one matching contributions with immediate vestingMany choices for comprehensive health insuranceLife insuranceLong-term disability coverageFlexible spending accounts for healthcare and dependent care expensesResponsibilities*Manage building maintenance requests, coordinate work orders with Facilities, and respond to infrastructure emergencies across all Stamps facilitiesConduct regular inspections to resolve maintenance, safety, cleanliness, and accessibility issues; coordinate with custodial and grounds teamsCommunicate planned and emergent building conditions, shutdowns, and disruptions by email, signage, and direct outreach to impacted partnersSupport office moves, furniture reallocation, property disposition, and minor renovations, including restoration of common and instructional spacesOversee building safety and security operations, including access control (CCure), emergency response, and participation in safety and incident response teamsManage safety supplies, first aid and PPE inventories, and coordinate chemical handling, hazardous material tracking, and disposal with EHS and HazMat staffSupport events and daily operations through space setup, supply management, delivery and transportation coordination, and equipment inventoriesCollaborate with internal and external partners on sustainability programs, shared facilities coordination, temporary staff supervision, and central services such as painting and movingRequired Qualifications*Basic skills level in using hand and power tools and basic knowledge of general maintenance practicesExcellent attendance and punctuality record3+ years of experience in a Facilities and Operations environment.Basic computer skills, specifically with Google Drive and Adobe Suite applicationsMove furniture, deliveries, and equipment weighing up to 50 poundsTravel throughout the buildings and transport materials between Stamps School locations within Ann ArborDemonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines, maintain organized work materials and spaces

We ask that you have authorization to work in the U.S. as a precondition of employment, and we do not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Modes of Work

This position is on-site.

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.