What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Assistant position at University of Dayton?
Position Summary :
The University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI), a nationally recognized research institute, invites applications for a Facilities Assistant position in the Sustainment Tech Transiti division located in Dayton, Ohio. This exciting opportunity offers a chance to contribute to cutting-edge research and development projects while enjoying the benefits of working at UDRI!
UDRI is a national leader in scientific and engineering research, serving government, industry and nonprofit customers. UDRI contributes to the fulfillment of the University’s commitments to education, research and public service through the involvement of students, faculty and external partners. Established as the research arm of the University of Dayton in 1956, UDRI achieved $2.75 billion in cumulative sponsored research in 2020. Sponsored research for 2020 alone exceeded $169 million. UDRI is ranked first in the nation among all colleges and universities for sponsored materials research, according to the National Science Foundation. In Ohio, UDRI is number one among colleges and universities receiving contracts and grants from the Department of Defense. The Institute has a tradition of research excellence with an uncompromising commitment to providing customers with quality products while maintaining the highest ethical standards. It is keenly aware that compliance with applicable laws and regulations is an essential condition for performing its business. Its commitment to compliance is based on providing a supportive environment, the integrity of its employees, and their support of the University's policies and applicable laws and regulations of the United States.
UDRI is seeking a qualified Associate Facilities Assistant at our Dayton location to support facilities management, research and production activities. Successful candidate will be responsible for divisional courier service, performing shipping and receiving duties, package inspection, vendor pick-up / drop-off, supporting front desk and visitor sign-in, warehouse inventory, cleaning lab floors / areas and facility / administrative duties as-needed. The physical ability to manage shipping / receiving packages, operate material handling equipment and a valid drivers license is required.
Minimum Qualifications :
- High school diploma or equivalent
- 3 years min of experience in courier, shipping & receiving or administrative operations
- Effective communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills
- Customer service oriented
- Organization skills and detail oriented
- Self-motivated, and able to multi-task
- Must be a team player and able to work with and through others at all levels of the organization
- Basic understanding of Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.)
- Problem Solving ability
- Excellent Time Management skills
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Ability to operate material handling equipment
- Valid drivers license with low risk driving record
- Must qualify for University of Dayton Drivers Certification
- Must pass University of Dayton background audit
- Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen
Preferred Qualifications :
While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following :
