Customer Support Representative, Facilities Central

George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); Vor Ort; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Savings

Tuition Benefits

Zusammenfassung

George Washington University is seeking a Customer Support Representative for the Facilities Central to manage and respond to maintenance service requests from students, faculty and staff 24/7. You will use AiM and FixIt CMMS systems to log details, assign work orders, and track status while delivering professional customer service.

The role requires strong communication, proficiency with Microsoft Office, and experience with CMMS tooling.

Qualifikationen

• Experience in a customer service, helpdesk, or administrative role.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Familiarity with CMMS tools (AiM, Maintenance Connection or similar).

Aufgaben

• Serve as the first point of contact for facility service requests via phone, email, or CMMS.
• Log requests into the CMMS with applicant details, location, issue, and urgency.
• Prioritize work orders and dispatch to technicians or vendors; monitor status.
• Provide updates to requestors and escalate when needed.
• Generate reports and maintain facility-related documentation.

Kenntnisse

Customer service

MS Office

CMMS AiM

Communication

Ausbildung

High school diploma

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

AiM

FixIt

Jobbeschreibung

Customer Support Representative, Facilities Central

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

I. JOB OVERVIEW

Job Description Summary:

The Division of Safety & Operations brings together University Resilience, the GW Police Department, Facilities Buildings & Grounds, Facilities Planning, Construction, and Management, GWorld, Transportation and Fleet Services, and Events and Venues to better and more strategically support GW now and into the future. Given the many close connections and strong working relationships among these areas, this organizational structure streamlines university services, increases shared insights and collaboration, and optimizes GW resources.

The Facilities Central Unit, part of the Service Delivery & Property Management Team, is the hub of Facilities Maintenance and Property Management. The Customer Support Representative, Facilities Central, is responsible for facilitating and responding to all maintenance service requests submitted by students, faculty, and staff 24/7. The Customer Support Representative, Facilities Central will utilize the Asset and Inventory Management System ( AIMS ) and FixIt systems to provide quality customer service to Trades Workers in various Zone shops. This position reports to Manager, Facilities Central.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Service Request Management:
  • Serve as the first point of contact for all incoming facility service requests via phone, email, or a computerized maintenance management system ( CMMS ).
  • Accurately log all requests into the CMMS (AiM), capturing essential information such as the requestor’s details, location, nature of the issue, and urgency level.
  • Prioritize work orders based on established protocols (e.g., emergency, urgent, routine).
  • Dispatch work orders to the appropriate maintenance technician, custodian, or third-party vendor.
  • Monitor the status of open work orders to ensure timely completion.
• Customer Service & Communication:
  • Provide excellent customer service to all staff, tenants, and visitors.
  • Communicate clearly and professionally with requestors, providing updates on the status of their requests and expected completion times.
  • Escalate complex or unresolved issues to the Helpdesk Supervisor or Facility Manager.
  • Notify building occupants of planned maintenance or service disruptions.
• Administrative & Data Management:
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records within the CMMS .
  • Generate and distribute reports on helpdesk activities, work order trends, and key performance indicators (KPIs) as requested.
  • Assist with the creation and maintenance of facility-related documentation, such as vendor contact lists and emergency procedures.
  • Conduct follow-ups with requestors to ensure satisfaction with completed work.
• Vendor and Internal Team Coordination:
  • Coordinate with internal maintenance teams to schedule and execute work.
  • Liaise with external vendors and contractors for specialized services (e.g., HVAC , plumbing, electrical).
  • Ensure all vendor work is scheduled and completed in accordance with service level agreements (SLAs).
• Perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the manager/supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualified candidates will hold a high school diploma/ GED , or, a Bachelor’s degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate’s degree or relevant certification is a plus.
• Demonstrated experience in a customer service, helpdesk, or administrative role, preferably within a facilities, property management, or maintenance environment.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with computers and software, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook). Experience with a CMMS (e.g., AiM, Maintenance Connection, or similar) is highly desirable.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong customer service orientation and the ability to work effectively with a diverse range of people.
• Organizational Skills: Exceptional attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and the capacity to multitask and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify issues, analyze information, and elevate problems as needed.
• Adaptability: Eager to learn new systems and processes and adapt to changing operational needs.

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS :

• Seeks “win-win” solutions to help foster continued integration and collaboration.
• Flexible and receptive to change.
• A positive and professional attitude.
• Self-motivated and mature, demonstrating a sincere interest in working with students, stakeholders, and internal staff.

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

II. JOB DETAILS

Campus Location:

Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

College/School/Department:

Division of Safety and Operation

Family

Safety and Facilities

Sub-Family

Sub-Family Customer Service

Stream

Stream Service and Support

Level

Level Level 1

Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time

Hours Per Week:

40

Work Schedule:

Work Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday 10:30pm-7:30am

Will this job require the employee to work on site?

Will this job require the employee to work on site? Yes

Employee Onsite Status

Telework:

Telework: No

Required Background Check:

Required Background Check: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

Internal Applicants Only?

Internal Applicants Only? No

Posting Number:

Posting Number: S014526

Job Open Date:

Job Open Date: 10/19/2026

Job Close Date:

If temporary, grant funded, Sponsored Project funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

Background Screening Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement:The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently employed with The George Washington University?
  • No
  • Yes
• * For current GW employees, have you completed your Introductory Employment Period (IEP)? (As a reminder,employees in their IEP are not eligible to apply for other internal university staff and research positions until the IEP is complete.)
  • Yes, IEP complete
  • No, still in IEP
  • N/a - not a current GW employee
• * What is your salary range expectation?

  (Open Ended Question)

Documents needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

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