Facility Services Assistant

Associated Students • Long Beach, CA

20h

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Facility Services Manager, this position is responsible for providing custodial support and assisting with event setup and breakdown, as well as delivering furniture and supplies across multiple campus locations.

Requirements

• MINIMUM OR NO PREVIOUS WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.
• MUST BE ENROLLED AT CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, LONG BEACH IN AT LEAST SIX UNITS AND MAKING SATISFACTORY PROGRESS IN RELATED DEGREE PROGRAM.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with all users of the University Student Union and is sensitive to their needs.
• Ability to read and write at the appropriate level required for position.
• Ability to follow written and verbal directions in a timely manner.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds of weight, enough to move and carry tools as necessary.
• Willingness to work with an ethnically diverse and culturally pluralistic student body and staff.
• Possess and display excellent customer service in all interactions; maintains professional and courteous demeanor.
• Dependability and punctuality are vital as a program's success can be measured on an accurate and timely set-up.
• Must be self-motivated, able to work independently with minimum supervision, and apply good judgment.
• Strong interpersonal and group communication skills for work in a team environment.
• Good organizational skills: ability to prioritize, complete assigned work duties and handle a wide variety of tasks.
• Effective listening skills and ability to objectively consider ideas and suggestions from others.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Must be available to work 20 hours per week during the academic semesters.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as required and on short notice.
• Must be available to work during academic breaks including winter & summer breaks.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Enterprise Management Systems (EMS) software to generate setup worksheets and event schedules. Review and interpret daily operational reports to plan and prioritize tasks. Conduct walkthroughs of scheduled events in multiple campus locations, provide assistance as needed, and follow up to ensure all bookings are executed according to plan, reporting any issues, discrepancies, and/or setup/breakdown advancements.
• Perform routine and specialized custodial tasks including sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming various floor surfaces. Conduct maintenance-related duties such as carpet cleaning, equipment cleaning, and replacing trash liners. Report damaged equipment, furniture, or building fixtures to the Maintenance team. Assist with the installation, rearrangement, lifting, removal, and resetting of furniture, equipment, and other heavy items as needed. Ensure cleanliness of carpets, floors, and upholstered furniture throughout assigned areas.
• Responsible for the setup and breakdown of equipment for events, activities, and programs held in multiple campus locations. Arrange tables, chairs, dance floors, stages, ramps and other necessary equipment in accordance with event setup diagrams and specifications.
• Maintain inventory storage areas in a clean, organized, and well-kept condition to ensure safety, accessibility, and efficient operations.
• Demonstrate self-motivation and the ability to work independently while remaining receptive to direction and feedback from others. Maintain familiarity with USU room setup configurations and operational requirements to ensure efficient and accurate event preparation.
• Clean glass windows and doors, including the removal of tape, adhesives, and other surface materials to maintain a clear and professional appearance.
• Provide written reports at the end of each shift detailing updates, activities, and duties performed. Maintain accurate and organized records of shift operations. Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures, including proper use and understanding of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS). Perform other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed