Facilities - Physical Plant Facility Mgt Assistant (Student Position)

Job no: 498182 Work type: Student Employment - General Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307 Categories: Student Employment - General Position Title: Facilities - Physical Plant Facility Mgt Assistant (Student Position) Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307 Department: 55- Physical Plant Advertised Salary: $13.73 Summary of Position: The Facility Manager Assistant will assist with support functions of our integrated workplace management system Planon. Position Requirements: Must have strong communication and customer service skills Knowledgeable in Microsoft Work experience/academic background in Facility Management is preferred As an individual who is responsible for driving on behalf of the university, a driving record check will be run pursuant to university policies. The individual will be required to sign an authorization to run a criminal history background and driving record check.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities: Set-up of HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing system assets Creation of preventative maintenance schedule for assets Update/create user training guides for both Campus and Physical Plant dealing with the various modules of Planon Number of Positions Available: 1 Documents Needed to Apply: Resume/ Class Schedule Job Close Date: December 1, 2026 EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu.

The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement. Advertised: 28 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: 01 Dec 2026 Eastern Standard Time