Facilities Assistant Manager

Aramark; Graham (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Aramark is seeking a Facilities Assistant Manager to support daily operations, maintenance, and continuous improvement of campus facilities at a higher education institution. This entry‑level role offers training and development for recent graduates.

You will assist with supervising operations, coordinating maintenance programs, and ensuring a safe, clean, and functional campus environment. This position emphasizes teamwork, service quality, and stakeholder engagement.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or a related field
• New graduates are encouraged to apply
• Internship, co‑op, or hands‑on experience in facilities, maintenance, engineering, or operations preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills
• Ability to learn building systems and operational processes

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily facilities operations across academic buildings, residence halls, administrative offices, and shared campus spaces
• Coordinate preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs
• Support work order management, scheduling, and prioritization of service requests
• Assist with space setup for events, exams, and campus functions
• Serve as a point of contact for campus stakeholders, faculty, and administrators

Job description

The Facilities Assistant Manager supports the daily operation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of campus facilities for a higher education institution. This role assists with supervising facilities operations, coordinating maintenance activities, and supporting a safe, clean, and functional campus environment. This is an excellent opportunity for recent graduates seeking to begin a career in facilities or campus operations, with training and development provided.

Job Responsibilities

Operations & Maintenance

• Assist in managing daily facilities operations across academic buildings, residence halls, administrative offices, and shared campus spaces
• Coordinate preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs
• Support work order management, scheduling, and prioritization of service requests
• Assist with space setup for events, exams, and campus functions

Leadership & Staff Support

• Support supervision, training, and day‑to‑day direction of facilities staff and vendors
• Assist with scheduling, timekeeping, and performance feedback
• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, and customer service

Client & Campus Engagement

• Serve as a point of contact for campus stakeholders, faculty, and administrators
• Participate in walkthroughs, inspections, and service quality reviews
• Respond professionally to service issues and assist with resolution

Compliance, Safety & Quality

• Support compliance with OSHA, EPA, fire/life safety, and local/state regulations
• Assist with safety training, incident reporting, and risk mitigation
• Ensure alignment with institutional policies and service standards

Qualifications

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Facilities Management, Engineering, Business, Construction Management, or a related field

New graduates are encouraged to apply

Internship, co‑op, or hands‑on experience in facilities, maintenance, engineering, or operations preferred

Strong communication, organizational, and customer service skills

Ability to learn building systems and operational processes

At Aramark, we believe that every employee should enjoy equal employment opportunity and be free to participate in all aspects of the company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military status, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by applicable law.