What are the responsibilities and job description for the CHM West Michigan Operations Coordinator / Operations Coordinator position at Michigan State University?
Working/Functional Title
CHM West Michigan Operations Coordinator
Position Summary
The CHM West Michigan Operations Coordinator assists with the oversight, inspection, maintenance and repair of building facilities and equipment and performs tasks necessary for basic preventative maintenance on various mechanical, electrical, and structural systems located in the Michigan State University Grand Rapids Research Center (GRRC), Doug Meijer Medical Innovation Building (DMMIB) and the Secchia Center. This role coordinates safety monitoring with Environmental Health and Safety, assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures to support the building operations and serves as a point-person for internal maintenance requests using a work order system. The Operations Coordinator maintains inventory for maintenance-related items and performs additional building specific duties as assigned.
The Operations Coordinator will assist with setup and teardown of building events, unloading and setting up equipment, and performing various duties necessary to maintain the high standards expected by building occupants and visitors.
This position reports to the Building Services Engineer and works closely with the other members of the Operations/Facilities team. This position involves interacting with faculty, staff, students, contract workers, and vendors to ensure continued day-to-day operations of CHM West Michigan buildings.
Percentage Allocation of Major Responsibilities
40% Assists with facilitating the daily operations of the Grand Rapids Research Center, the Secchia Center, and the Doug Meijer Medical Innovation Building to ensure successful research and academic/business outcomes. Responsible for performing maintenance and repairs of building systems, equipment, and structures.
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired through the first two or three years of college, such as an Associate’s degree in a business-related field. One to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in performing tasks related to the area of employment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of a valid Michigan vehicles operator's license(s) at the time of hire.
Desired Qualifications
Frequent lifting of less than 25 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds is required.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Resume and Cover Letter
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Website
https://humanmedicine.msu.edu/
Summary of Physical Demands
Frequent lifting of less than 25 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds is required.
Remote Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
The Bidding Eligibility ends on 01/28/2025 at 11:55 PM
CHM West Michigan Operations Coordinator
Position Summary
The CHM West Michigan Operations Coordinator assists with the oversight, inspection, maintenance and repair of building facilities and equipment and performs tasks necessary for basic preventative maintenance on various mechanical, electrical, and structural systems located in the Michigan State University Grand Rapids Research Center (GRRC), Doug Meijer Medical Innovation Building (DMMIB) and the Secchia Center. This role coordinates safety monitoring with Environmental Health and Safety, assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures to support the building operations and serves as a point-person for internal maintenance requests using a work order system. The Operations Coordinator maintains inventory for maintenance-related items and performs additional building specific duties as assigned.
The Operations Coordinator will assist with setup and teardown of building events, unloading and setting up equipment, and performing various duties necessary to maintain the high standards expected by building occupants and visitors.
This position reports to the Building Services Engineer and works closely with the other members of the Operations/Facilities team. This position involves interacting with faculty, staff, students, contract workers, and vendors to ensure continued day-to-day operations of CHM West Michigan buildings.
Percentage Allocation of Major Responsibilities
40% Assists with facilitating the daily operations of the Grand Rapids Research Center, the Secchia Center, and the Doug Meijer Medical Innovation Building to ensure successful research and academic/business outcomes. Responsible for performing maintenance and repairs of building systems, equipment, and structures.
- Lubricates, cleans, repairs, and services equipment.
- Changes filters, belts, seals, bearings, etc.
- Replaces light bulbs, fuses, ballasts, and makes minor electrical switch repairs and replacements.
- Patches and re-plasters walls and ceilings and touch-up paint
- Makes minor adjustments to heating and cooling equipment.
- Adjusts water softeners.
- Assists in loading and unloading tools, materials, supplies, and equipment.
- Performs minor plumbing repairs.
- Maintains landscaping and outdoor spaces.
- Monitors liquid nitrogen tank inventory for cryovessels.
- Moves furniture before and after events
- Moves and setup of equipment such as lab freezers, refrigerators
- Installs cylinder restraints in lab spaces
- Uses work request software to complete work orders
- Tests and maintains safety equipment such as laboratory eyewash and safety showers
- Maintains inventory of maintenance-related items (filters, belts, batteries, common repair parts, etc)
- Fire pump tests
- Annual fire system checks
- Fire extinguisher inspections
- Boiler checks/ blowdowns
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired through the first two or three years of college, such as an Associate’s degree in a business-related field. One to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in performing tasks related to the area of employment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Possession of a valid Michigan vehicles operator's license(s) at the time of hire.
Desired Qualifications
Frequent lifting of less than 25 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds is required.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Required Application Materials
Resume and Cover Letter
Work Hours
STANDARD 8-5
Website
https://humanmedicine.msu.edu/
Summary of Physical Demands
Frequent lifting of less than 25 pounds and occasional lifting of over 75 pounds is required.
Remote Work Statement
MSU strives to provide a flexible work environment and this position has been designated as remote-friendly. Remote-friendly means some or all of the duties can be performed remotely as mutually agreed upon.
The Bidding Eligibility ends on 01/28/2025 at 11:55 PM
