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Position Summary
This full-time position is responsible for supporting campus logistical and general labor needs. An individual holding the position of Facilities Support is part of the Facilities Management department of the College and reports to the Architectural Trades Coordinator. Facilities Management’s workload varies from day to day, and occasionally employees will be required to perform work outside of their specific areas of responsibility. Availability for occasional overtime and emergency call-ins is required.
Responsibilities
The Facilities Support position is responsible for moving and delivering materials both on and off campus, moving and assembling furniture, setting up for events based on a daily schedule, grounds maintenance, waste management and assisting with all aspects of facilities management work including interior and exterior maintenance as directed by skilled tradespeople.
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a high school diploma (or equivalent) and will also demonstrate many of the following skills, abilities, and characteristics:
- Proven excellent attendance and reliability.
- Good communication skills.
- Ability to closely follow both written and verbal instructions.
- Ability to operate computerized maintenance management system to receive and track work orders, and use college e-mail to communicate professionally.
- The ability to work cooperatively as part of a team, as well as independently without close supervision is crucial.
- Must be able to drive and must possess and maintain a valid Michigan driver’s license and a driving record that complies with College policies.
- This is a physically demanding position. Requirements include but are not limited to the ability to move between and within campus buildings, to work indoors and outdoors in a full range of weather; to work in a variety of postures for extended periods, occasionally in confined spaces; to use a variety of tools with arms and hands; to lift as much as 75 pounds and push or pull 100 pounds; to climb ladders and work off of roofs and elevated platforms.
Application Instructions
Completed applications received by January 19, 2026, will receive full consideration, with later applications reviewed as needed until the positions are filled. The successful candidate will be start in late January/early February.
Benefits
Kalamazoo College is proud of offer a robust and reliable slate of benefits. A continued goal is to maximize our benefits while minimizing costs to employees, families, and the College.
Medical Insurance
ASR Health Benefits
Choice of two PPO plans with options for single, double, and family coverage. Includes prescription drug benefits. Robust support for behavioral health, substance abuse treatment, and chronic condition management.
Employee Health Costs
Dental Insurance
ASR Health Benefits
Includes options for single, double, and family coverage. No network means that any dental provider is permissible.
Employee Dental Costs
Vision Insurance
ASR Health Benefits
Includes options for single, double, and family coverage. No network means that any vision provider is permissible.
Employee Vision Costs
Supplemental Insurance
Unum
Voluntary accident insurance – Employee paid
Accidental death and dismemberment insurance – Employee paid
Tax-Advantaged Accounts
Burnham & Flower
Health Care FSA
Dependent Care FSA
Life Insurance
Unum
Basic life insurance – Employer paid
Voluntary supplemental life insurance – Employee paid
Disability Insurance
Unum
Long- and Short-term disability salary continuation – employer paid
403(b) Retirement Plan
TIAA
With an employer contribution and an employer match
Employee Assistance Program
Behavioral Health Services
Available to all employees and their household members at no cost
Benefits Concierge
Acrisure Benefits Group
Assistance in navigating complex employee benefit situations at no cost
Additional Benefits and Perks
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Intentional community-building efforts
Getting settled information
More Details
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About Kalamazoo College
Kalamazoo College is a highly selective nationally regarded liberal arts college, offering an integrated undergraduate experience that weaves a traditional liberal arts curriculum into educational experiences in both domestic and international settings with the majority of our graduates participating in study abroad. Kalamazoo College is committed to the liberal arts and sciences, experiential education, freedom of individual conscience and celebration of diversity and inclusion. It is one of the nation’s 100 oldest colleges and universities and a thought leader and innovator in higher education.
The campus of Kalamazoo College is located midway between Chicago and Detroit in Kalamazoo, Michigan, a metropolitan community of 261,000, which supports multiple college and university campuses along with numerous civic arts and cultural associations and sports teams. Thirty-five miles from Lake Michigan, the area offers many opportunities for outdoor recreation, a walkable downtown, outstanding restaurants, and plenty of family-friendly activities.
Kalamazoo College encourages candidates who will contribute to the cultural diversity of the College to apply and to identify themselves if they wish. An equal opportunity employer, Kalamazoo College is committed to equal rights, equal opportunities, and equal protection under the law. Please be invited to review our full EEO statement by visiting https://www.kzoo.edu/about/nondiscrimination-policy/. Kalamazoo College conducts criminal background reviews on all people who receive an offer of employment. Kalamazoo College is an E-Verify participating employer. Please select Notice and Rights for more information.