Student Worker: RSC- Building Operations Assistant

Texas A&M University; Commerce (TX); On-site; USD 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Texas A&M University in Commerce seeks a Building Operations Assistant to create a welcoming, safe, and student-centered environment at the Rayburn Student Center. You will support guests at the Info Desk, monitor spaces, maintain cleanliness, and report issues to the appropriate staff.

The role emphasizes strong communication, teamwork, and the ability to work up to 19 hours per week as a student worker with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current East Texas A&M University student in good academic standing
• Positive, dependable, punctual, and ready to learn
• Strong customer-service and communication skills
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Able to bend, kneel, and lift up to 30 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
• Available to work up to 19 hours per week
• Preferred – Adult CPR/First Aid/AED certification (not required)

Responsibilities

• Welcome the Guest — Assist students, employees, and visitors at the RSC Info Desk with questions, directions, and general information.
• Know the Building — Help monitor RSC spaces and identify facility, cleanliness, safety, or operational concerns.
• Keep It Ready — Help maintain clean, organized, welcoming public spaces and address or report issues when needed.
• Stay Connected — Communicate with Building Operations Supervisors and other RSC staff through radios, Teams, email, and verbal updates.
• Spot the Problem — Identify and report on maintenance, safety, security, or guest concerns to the appropriate staff.
• Support the Team — Assist Building Operations Supervisors and collaborate with Event Services, Marketing Services, custodial staff, and other building partners.
• Jump In & Help — Complete assigned operational tasks and adapt to the changing needs of a busy student center.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Physical ability

CPR/First Aid

Education

Active East Texas A&M University student

Job description

Job TitleStudentWorker: RSC- Building Operations Assistant Agency East Texas A&M University Department Sam Rayburn Student Center Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationCommerce, Texas Job TypeStudent Worker Job Description RSC - BUILDING OPERATIONS ASSISTANT THE ROLE As a Building Operations Assistant, you’ll help create a welcoming, safe, and student-centered environment throughout the Rayburn Student Center. From assisting guests at the Info Desk to keeping an eye on building operations, you’ll gain hands‑on experience in customer service, communication, facility operations, teamwork, and problem‑solving.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Welcome the Guest — Assist students, employees, and visitors at the RSC Info Desk with questions, directions, and general information.
• Know the Building — Help monitor RSC spaces and identify facility, cleanliness, safety, or operational concerns.
• Keep It Ready — Help maintain clean, organized, welcoming public spaces and address or report issues when needed.
• Stay Connected — Communicate with Building Operations Supervisors and other RSC staff through radios, Teams, email, and verbal updates.
• Spot the Problem — Identify and report on maintenance, safety, security, or guest concerns to the appropriate staff.
• Support the Team — Assist Building Operations Supervisors and collaborate with Event Services, Marketing Services, custodial staff, and other building partners.
• Jump In & Help — Complete assigned operational tasks and adapt to the changing needs of a busy student center.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Current East Texas A&M University student in good academic standing
• Positive, dependable, punctual, and ready to learn
• Strong customer‑service and communication skills
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented environment
• Able to bend, kneel, and lift up to 30 lbs. with or without reasonable accommodation
• Available to work up to 19 hours per week
• Preferred – Adult CPR/First Aid/AED certification (not required)

PAY & GROWTH

Starting at $10.50/hour, with opportunities to earn wage increases within your first year through continued employment, training, professional development, and demonstrated performance.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN

Real Experience. Transferable Skills. A Stronger Resume! Build valuable skills in customer service, facility operations, communication, teamwork, safety, and problem‑solving—all while helping make the RSC a welcoming Heart of Campus.

All positions are security‑sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Welcome to East Texas A&M University, where We Transform Lives. That transformation can begin right here with student employment.

Student worker positions are part‑time roles available throughout the university in a variety of departments and offices. These roles help students gain hands‑on experience in a professional setting.

May work up to 19 hours per week while classes are in session May work full‑time during breaks and summer if enrolled for the upcoming fall Must not work during scheduled class times Open to all actively enrolled students regardless of financial aid status Students do not need to be enrolled during summer if they plan to return in the fall Work‑study positions are need‑based jobs funded through federal or state financial aid programs and allow students to earn money to help pay for educational expenses. Must be awarded federal or state work‑study through Financial Aid May work up to 19 hours per week during the semester May work full‑time during breaks and summer if returning in the fall Must not work during scheduled class times Positions are limited to the amount awarded and must follow program guidelines

Graduate Assistantships

Graduate assistantships offer opportunities to teach, conduct research, or assist in academic departments while continuing your graduate education.

To qualify, students must:

• Be fully admitted to a graduate program (not provisional or non‑degree)
• Be in good standing with a minimum 3.0 GPA
• Be enrolled in courses each term of the assistantship
• Meet specific credit hour and subject requirements for teaching or lab roles
• Non‑native English speakers must demonstrate language proficiency
• Research assistants must completes Responsible Conduct in Research training
• Work up to 20 hours per week, depending on the appointment
• May have teaching or research assignments, or provide administrative support

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