Facilities - Physical Plant Facility Mgt Assistant (Student Position)

Ferris State University College of Business; Big Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 16,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University College of Business is seeking a Facilities - Physical Plant Facility Mgt Assistant (Student Position) in Big Rapids, MI to assist with support functions of the Planon integrated workplace management system.

The role requires strong communication and customer service skills; familiarity with Microsoft Office; and the ability to participate in the setup and maintenance of assets, plus documentation and training materials.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication and customer service skills.
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft Office tools.
• Work experience or academic background in Facility Management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set-up of HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing system assets.
• Creation of preventative maintenance schedule for assets.
• Update/create user training guides for Planon modules.

Skills

Strong communication

Customer service

Microsoft Office

Education

Facility Management coursework or experience

Tools

Planon

Job description

Job no: 498182

Work type: Student Employment - General

Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307

Categories: Student Employment - General

Position Title: Facilities - Physical Plant Facility Mgt Assistant (Student Position)

Location: Big Rapids, MI 49307

Department: 55- Physical Plant

Advertised Salary: $13.73

Summary of Position: The Facility Manager Assistant will assist with support functions of our integrated workplace management system Planon.

Position Requirements: *Must have strong communication and customer service skills

• Knowledgeable in Microsoft


• Work experience/academic background in Facility Management is preferred


• As an individual who is responsible for driving on behalf of the university, a driving record check will be run pursuant to university policies. The individual will be required to sign an authorization to run a criminal history background and driving record check. Essential Duties/Responsibilities: *Set-up of HVAC, Electrical, and Plumbing system assets


• Creation of preventative maintenance schedule for assets


• Update/create user training guides for both Campus and Physical Plant dealing with the various modules of Planon

Number of Positions Available: 1

Job Close Date: December 1, 2026

EEO Statement: Ferris State University, an Affirmitive Action/Equal Opportunity employer, is committed to enhancing equity, inclusion, and diversity within its community. Ferris offers employment opportunities to qualified candidates seeking careers in a student-focused environment that values opportunity, collaboration, diversity and educational excellence. Learn more about the Ferris Mission and community at ferris.edu. The University actively seeks applications from women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and other underrepresented groups. For more information on the University’s Policy on Non-Discrimination, visit: Ferris Non-Discrimination Statement.

Advertised: 28 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time

Applications close: 01 Dec 2026 Eastern Standard Time