Assistant Supervisor, Campus Event Operations (Utility Team)

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Supervisor for Campus Event Operations (Utility Team).

This role oversees the utility team's daily workflow in the Supervisor's absence and coordinates with Facilities Management to ensure timely setup for campus events and safe handling of equipment and furniture. Responsibilities include supervising work orders, assigning tasks, maintaining equipment, assisting with snow removal in winter, and performing related duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, or 6 months of work experience.
• Ability to learn new skills and work with minimal supervision.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable MVR.
• Willingness to perform physical duties and operate equipment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily workflow of the Utility Team in the Supervisor's absence.
• Coordinate with Supervisor and Facilities Management to assign work orders and weekly schedules.
• Ensure safe and proper use of materials, equipment, and vehicles owned by the U‑Team Department.
• Assist with winter snow/ice removal and building/area maintenance as needed.
• Perform construction cleanup or related duties as required.
• Report maintenance issues to supervisor and maintain equipment in good condition.

Skills

Communication skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Description

The Assistant Supervisor, Campus Event Operations (Utility Team) will be responsible for overseeing the university's utility team in the Supervisor's absence. This position ensures timely and efficient completion of special setups for numerous campus functions, moving of equipment and furniture and completion of all assigned work orders.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the Utility Team Supervisor and Office of Facilities Management to oversee the daily workflow.
• Partner with leadership to identify talent gaps, assign work orders, and maintain weekly U-Team schedules.
• Ensure the proper, safe, and efficient use of materials, equipment, and vehicles belonging to the University U-Team Department.
• Demonstrate proper safety and procedures in campus set‑ups and furniture and equipment moves.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure the timely and efficient completion of special setups for the numerous campus functions, moving of equipment and furniture, and the proper completion of all assigned work orders.
• Perform all assigned setups and moves, as well as all other assigned tasks, under the direction of the U-Team Supervisor.
• Ensure the proper and efficient use and maintenance of all issued materials, tools, and equipment belonging to the university.
• During winter months, sweep snow and ice from doorways, sidewalks, and pathways next to assigned buildings and other areas where assistance in snow and ice removal is needed.
• Perform construction cleanup or demolition as needed.
• Ensure that assigned University vehicles are kept clean, and all maintenance problems are properly reported.
• Report all maintenance‑related items to supervisor.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisory staff, within the scope of this job description, and individual training and experience.
• Have the flexibility to work in areas outside your assigned areas of responsibility, as directed by the supervisor. Individuals may be assigned duties in Maintenance or Grounds on a temporary basis.

Interpersonal and Professional Skills

• Be able to work and interact positively within a diverse, multi‑cultural environment, and communicate with all members of the campus community in a professional and respectful manner.

Required Education and Experience

• A high school education, or equivalent (GED), is requested. However, the education requirement may be substituted by work experience, at the discretion of the Director of Facilities Management. However, the applicant must have either a high school equivalent education or at least six months of previous work experience.
• Applicant must possess the ability to learn new skills as required and be able to work with minimal or no supervision, individually or in a team setting.
• Applicant must possess a valid driver's license and have an MVR that passes the criteria set by our insurance carriers.
• Applicant must possess a willingness to learn and the ability to perform the physical demands of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role is preferred.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions

• Exposure to potentially hazardous materials is possible. Occasionally, you may need to handle and transport items weighing more than 50 pounds.
• Must be comfortable working at heights above twelve feet and performing minor electrical repairs.

Disclaimer

This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties assigned to meet the organization’s ongoing needs.

Bellarmine is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer and encourages applicants with diverse backgrounds to apply.