General Maintenance Assistant (2nd shift) - Facilities Services
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Salary$21/hr
LocationAllendale, MI
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
DepartmentFacilities Services
Company size10,000+ people
PostedOct 15, 2026 · 3w ago
Verified live19h ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Demonstrated professional experience in building maintenance areas as needed to perform essential functions
Satisfactory past work performance
Ability to work with minimum supervision
Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
Excellent attendance record
Maintain licenses, certifications and formal training as are applicable
Participate in GVSU training programs and/or other required maintenance related courses
Complete lift training and obtain certification
Willingness to work off shifts, holidays and overtime as necessary
Ability to lift up to 70 lbs
Work at heights up to 70 feet in confined spaces and during inclement weather
Ability to perform manual labor, including bending, twisting, stooping and reaching as needed
Ability to work outdoors and/or in unairconditioned buildings
Perform work duties for extended periods of time (approximately 12 hours/day) even during inclement weather
Physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require sponsorship now or in the future
Skills
Email
Smart devices (iPad, iPhone)
Work order system/programs
Benefits
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Sick time
Vacation
Paid holidays
Retirement
Tuition coverage
Essential Functions
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Assist all trades and maintenance staff on work assignments but may also work independently.
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Perform general building maintenance in all the trades.
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General repair and preventative maintenance of all building equipment, as assigned.
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Follow work assignments, instructions, labeled information, and safety standards.
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Perform duties in the following trades; electrical, plumbing, painting, floor covering.
HVAC- digital/pneumatic, hardware, tile work-floor/ceiling, sheet metal, masonry,
welding, plastering, etc.
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Provide quality customer service to faculty, staff, students and campus visitors.
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Commit to being assigned as an essential employee, meaning you may be required to work when others are excused.
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Use of technology, such as email, smart devices (ex: iPad, iPhone), work order system/programs.
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Attend to Facilities Services related emergencies when necessary.
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Enforce and support policies established by the Facilities Services leadership.
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Work with and lead the activities of student staff.
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Attend safety meetings and other related meetings.
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Perform other related duties as required.
Required Qualifications
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Demonstrated professional experience in building maintenance areas as needed to perform essential functions listed above.
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Satisfactory past work performance.
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Ability to work with minimum supervision.
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Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record. Excellent attendance record.
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Maintain licenses, certifications and formal training as are applicable.
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Participate in GVSU training programs and/or other required maintenance related courses provided by the department.
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Complete lift training and obtain certification, as provided by the university.
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Willingness to work off shifts, holidays and overtime as necessary.
Physical Demands
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Ability to lift up to 70 lbs.
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Work at heights up to 70 feet in confined spaces and during inclement weather.
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Ability to perform manual labor, including bending, twisting, stooping and reaching as needed.
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Ability to work outdoors and/or in unairconditioned buildings, at university events, as required.
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Perform work duties/responsibilities for extended periods of time (approximately 12 hours/day) even during inclement weather.
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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. 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.
About the role
Job Classification / Wage: Full-time, Grade 3, $20.84/hour, plus .40/hour shift differential for hours worked.
Schedule: 2nd Shift. Tuesday-Saturday 3:00pm-11:30pm
Benefits
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.
Campus: Allendale
Department/Division: Facilities Services
Hiring process
How to Apply: Please attach your cover letter and resume. The system will allow you to attach these documents electronically. If you need technical assistance, please call Human Resources at 616-331-2215.
Application Deadline: Application review begins immediately. This posting may be closed at any time at the discretion of the University.
Legal
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require sponsorship now or in the future.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Must have the physical stamina to work long hours and/or more than 5 days per week. 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).
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.
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