Facilities Maintenance Intern, SSC / University of South Florida

Compass Group; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

SSC Services for Education, a Compass Group affiliate, is hiring a Facilities Maintenance Intern to start in January in Tampa, FL. The role supports maintenance operations, project tracking, inspections, and coordination with contractors and university personnel.

Pay rate is $15.00 per hour. The internship emphasizes hands-on experience across preventive/corrective maintenance, dorm make-readies, and project coordination within campus facilities.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program related to Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Willingness to work in various campus settings and perform occasional physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Manage, track, and complete assigned projects in a timely and efficient manner.
• Provide quality customer service with attention to detail.
• Perform minor repairs to doors, fixtures and furniture.
• Record information from meters and gauges to verify operating conditions.
• Assist with heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical system adjustments and minor repairs.
• Monitor building security and safety measures.
• Move heavy furniture and equipment as needed.
• Assist with grounds maintenance and event setup.
• Supervise general maintenance and licensed trades personnel.
• Collaborate with client representatives to develop scopes of work for maintenance projects.
• Communicate scope of work to subcontractors and request pricing as needed.
• Prepare and revise project estimate sheets for client approval.
• Ensure compliance with regulations and policies.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Project management basics

Willingness to perform physical tasks

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Currently enrolled in a college/university program related to facilities management/engineering/construction management

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Job description

We are hiring for a Facilities Maintenance Intern position to start in January.

Location: 4202 E Fowler Ave Tampa, FL (Openings at other locations within school district available). Note: online applications accepted only.

Schedule: To be determined based on class schedule and business needs.

Requirement: Willing to train.

Pay Rate: $15.00 per hour.

SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group we create clean, safe, and distraction free learning environments for students of all ages. With a focus on a people first culture, growth opportunities, and supporting local communities we set the stage for a meaningful career in educational facilities nationwide.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Facilities Maintenance Intern will support the maintenance operations team by managing and tracking projects, performing inspections, and coordinating with contractors and university personnel. This hands-on internship provides exposure to a variety of facilities maintenance tasks including summer dormitory make-readies, preventive and corrective maintenance, and project coordination.

Responsibilities:

• Manage, track, and complete assigned projects in a timely and efficient manner.
• Provides quality customer service by providing one-on-one attention to detail.
• Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures.
• Performs minor repairs to doors, fixtures and furniture.
• Records information from meters and gauges at specified intervals to verify operating conditions.
• Makes adjustments and minor repairs to heating, cooling, ventilating, plumbing, and electrical systems.
• Regularly replaces HVAC air filters.
• Monitors building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
• Moves heavy furniture, equipment and supplies either manually or by using hand trucks.
• Mows and trims lawns and shrubbery, using mowers and hand and power trimmers; clears debris.
• Notifies managers about the needs for major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
• Removes snow from sidewalks, driveways and parking areas.
• Sets up, arranges and removes decorations, tables, chairs, ladders and scaffolding to prepare facilities for events.
• Ad-adhoc cleaning of building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing or vacuuming; gathers and empties trash; services, cleans and supplies restrooms.
• Supervise general maintenance and licensed trades personnel, ensuring completion of daily work orders.
• Conduct inspections of both corrective and preventive maintenance tasks; report and document any deficiencies.
• Collaborate with client representatives to develop scopes of work for various maintenance projects.
• Communicate scope of work to SSC's subcontractors and request pricing as needed.
• Prepare, present, and revise project estimate sheets for client approval.
• Once projects are approved, manage execution from start to completion, ensuring quality, compliance, and timely delivery.
• Adhere to all SSC, University, and Environmental Health and Safety regulations and policies.

Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in a college or university program related to Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of maintenance operations, construction, or project management is preferred.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Willingness to work in various campus settings and perform occasional physical tasks.
• Valid Non-CDL Class C driver’s license may be required.

Learning Objectives

• Gain real-world experience in facilities maintenance and project management.
• Mentorship and guidance from experienced facilities professionals.
• Development of problem-solving, planning, and leadership skills.
• Opportunity to build professional relationships in a campus operations setting.

• This is a paid intern position; however, it is not eligible for paid time off (PTO) or benefits such as medical, dental, vision, etc.
• Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SSC maintains a drug-free workplace.

SSC & Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the facility service industry

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

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