Facilities Operations Assistant

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico is seeking a student employee to support the Pharmacy Deans Office by handling lab supplies, tracking equipment, and maintaining records. Under supervision of the Research Facilities Manager, you will learn, communicate progress, and act with integrity.

Responsibilities include coordinating access for students and staff, auditing inventory and safety protocols, and assisting with general building maintenance while upholding safety standards.

Qualifications

• Lab experience
• Facilities, Building Maintenance experience
• Trade Skill Experience (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, or HVAC)
• Pursuing a degree in Engineering, Basic Science, or similar field

Responsibilities

• Moving lab supplies and equipment
• Tracking inventory of University equipment
• Auditing inventory and safety protocols
• Maintenance of records (occupancy, use of space, chemicals, etc.)
• Coordinate with approvers to facilitate access for students, staff, and faculty

Job description

Requisition ID: req37657

Working Title: Facilities Operations Assistant

Pay: $15.00 per hour Hourly

Campus: Health Sciences Center (HSC) - Albuquerque, NM

Department: Pharmacy Deans Office (401A)

Employment Type: Student Employment

Student Type: Student Employment

Status: Non-Exempt

Background Check Required:

For Best Consideration Date: 8/27/2026

The College of Pharmacy is seeking a student employee who will work under the direction of our Research Facilities Manager and College Administrator. This is a crucial student position that must be staffed by someone who is able to keep a dependable schedule, complete tasks as assigned and communicate regularly on their progress. This is a position that will need to both ask for guidance when uncertain, learn, and then work in a self-sufficient manner under limited supervision with integrity and competence.

The successful candidate will assist to complete the following tasks: moving lab supplies and equipment, tracking inventory of University equipment, auditing inventory and safety protocols, maintenance of records (occupancy, use of space, chemicals, etc.), coordinate with approvers to facilitate access for students, staff, and faculty. This position may be requested to provide general maintenance of building sites and equipment while ensuring workplace safety. The successful student employee will be engaged, competent, receptive to feedback, ready to grow, able to communicate effectively, while maintaining a high degree of personal integrity and a safe work environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Lab experience
• Facilities, Building Maintenance experience
• Trade Skill Experience (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, or HVAC)
• Pursuing a degree in Engineering, Basic Science, or similar field

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.