Service Staff Maintenance - 2 openings (2nd shift & 3rd shift) - Facilities Services GR & Regio[...]

Grand Valley State University; United States; On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Sick time

Vacation

Paid holidays

Retirement

Tuition coverage

Job summary

Grand Valley State University is hiring for two maintenance positions on 2nd and 3rd shifts. The role covers conference setup, general maintenance, and customer service for campus use. The team supports safety, operations, and emergency response as needed.

Responsibilities include delivery, upkeep of facilities, and adherence to university policies. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work essential hours during shifts with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret instructions, labels and safety precautions.
• Ability to work well with others and maintain positive customer relations.
• Favorable attendance record.
• Demonstrated ability to work with minimum supervision.
• Complete lift training and obtain certification, as provided by the University.
• Willingness to work off shifts, holidays, and overtime as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Representative duties: Conference set-ups, furniture movement, general maintenance – minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, equipment repairs, etc.
• Receiving and delivery functions, general policing of properties, and other related duties as needed.
• Provide quality customer service to faculty, staff, students, and campus visitors.
• Commit to being assigned as an essential employee, who is required to work when other staff are excused.
• Use of technology, such as email, smart devices (ex: iPad, iPhone), work order system/programs.
• Enforce and support policies established by the Facilities Services leadership.
• Attend to Facilities Services related emergencies when necessary.
• Attend safety meetings and other related meetings.
• Able to lift to fifty (50) pounds and use ladders and lifts.

Skills

Read and interpret instructions

Teamwork and positive relations

Attendance record

Independent work

Lift training and certification

Willingness to work off shifts

Job description

We have 2 positions available, one is 2nd shift and one is 3rd shift. Please indicate in your cover letter which shift you prefer. 2nd Shift - Wednesday through Sunday - 3pm - 11:30pm 3rd Shift - Sunday through Thursday - 10pm-6:30am

Job Classification & Benefits

Job Classification and hourly rate: Grade 3, $20.84/hour. With additional .40 per hour shift differential for regular hours worked. Robust benefits package including medical, dental, vision, sick time, vacation, paid holidays, retirement, and tuition coverage. Additional details for Maintenance, Grounds and Service staff benefits.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret instructions labels, safety precautions, etc.


• Ability to work well with others and to maintain positive customer relations.


• Satisfactory work record including favorable attendance record.


• Demonstrated ability to work with minimum supervision.


• Complete lift training and obtain certification, as provided by the University.


• Willingness to work off shifts, holidays, and overtime as necessary.

Essential Functions

• Representative duties: Conference set-ups, furniture movement, general maintenance – minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, equipment repairs, etc.


• Receiving and delivery functions, general policing of properties, and other related duties as needed.


• Provide quality customer service to faculty, staff, students, and campus visitors.


• Commit to being assigned as an essential employee, who is required to work when other staff are excused.


• Use of technology, such as email, smart devices (ex: iPad, iPhone), work order system/programs.


• Enforce and support policies established by the Facilities Services leadership.


• Attend to Facilities Services related emergencies when necessary.


• Attend safety meetings and other related meetings.


• Able to lift to fifty (50) pounds and use ladders and lifts.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require sponsorship now or in the future.

Application Deadline

Application closes August 23, 2026. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.

Disability Accommodation

The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as amended by the ADA Amendment Act (2008), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other applicable federal and state laws that prohibit discrimination on the basis of disability. GVSU will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. See www.gvsu.edu/equalopportunity/.

TDD Callers

Call Michigan Relay Center at 711 (in State) or 1-800-833-7833 (out of State).

Equal Opportunity & Diversity

Grand Valley State University is an Antidiscrimination/Equal Opportunity Employer, which includes providing equal opportunity for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. University policy extends protections to additional identities. At Grand Valley State University, we empower learners in their pursuits, professions, and purpose. The university enriches society through excellent teaching, active scholarship, advancement of equity, and public service. The GVSU community is collaborative, inclusive, self-aware, goal- and growth-oriented. We value connection with fellow Lakers, both student and professional colleagues, and strive to challenge our existing state with innovative strategies. We are dedicated to student success, and the well-being of our community as a whole. Read more about our Reach Higher 2025 strategic plan and process.