Facilities - Physical Plant Facility Mgt Assistant (Student Position)

Ferris State University; Big Rapids, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Ferris State University in Big Rapids, MI invites applications for the Facilities - Physical Plant Facility Mgt Assistant (Student Position). The role supports the Planon CMMS, assists with asset setup and maintenance planning, and provides customer-focused service to campus clients.

Candidates should have strong communication, Microsoft Office knowledge, and an interest in facilities management. A background in facilities or related coursework is preferred; a background-check will be conducted.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication and customer service skills
• Knowledgeable in Microsoft
• Work experience/academic background in Facility Management is preferred
• A driving record check will be run pursuant to university policies and a criminal history background check may be conducted

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 for Campus and Physical Plant

Skills

Communication

Customer service

Education

Facility Management background

Tools

Planon

Job description

Facilities - Physical Plant Facility Mgt Assistant (Student Position)

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

Documents Needed to Apply: Resume/ Class Schedule

Job Close Date: December 1, 2026

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Advertised: 28 Aug 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 01 Dec 2026 Eastern Standard Time