Facilities Operations Assistant

The University of New Mexico; Albuquerque, Northern (NM, KY); Hybrid; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of New Mexico College of Pharmacy seeks a student employee for the Facilities Operations Assistant role. Under direction of the Research Facilities Manager and College Administrator, you will maintain schedules, complete tasks, and communicate progress with integrity and independence.

Responsibilities include moving lab supplies and equipment, tracking inventory, auditing safety protocols, maintaining records, and coordinating access for students, staff, and faculty while

Qualifications

• Lab experience preferred.
• Facilities/building maintenance exposure helpful.
• Trade skills in mechanical, electrical, plumbing or HVAC are assets.

Responsibilities

• Move lab supplies and equipment as needed.
• Track inventory of university equipment and spaces.
• Audit inventory and safety protocols to ensure compliance.
• Maintain records on occupancy, space use and chemical inventories.
• Coordinate with approvers to grant access for students, staff and faculty.

Skills

Lab experience

Facilities maintenance

MEP/HVAC skills

Education

Engineering/Science degree pursuit

Job description

Facilities Operations Assistant

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

For Best Consideration Date: 8/27/2026

Position Summary

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 decisionswithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or anyother protected class.