Administrative Skills, Building Systems, Communication Skills, Computer Skills, Custodial Services, Customer Support/Service, Establish Priorities, Facilities Management, Facilities and Maintenance, Furniture Construction, Furniture Moving, Furniture Repair, Hazard Analysis, High School Diploma, Higher Education, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Loading Dock, Logistics, Maintenance Services, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Naturopathy, Needs Assessment, OSHA, Operational Support, Operations Management, Order Management, Order Supplies, Organizational Skills, Painting (Facilities and Maintenance), Plumbing, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Property Management, Recycling, System Operations
Details
- Salary Range: $27 per hour
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Department: Office of the President
- Closing Date: Open until filled
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POSITION DESCRIPTION
The National University of Natural Medicine (NUNM) seeks a Temporary Facilities & Maintenance Coordinator to support campus operations during a period of transition and growth. This position is responsible for coordinating day-to-day facility operations, supporting custodial services, responding to maintenance needs, assisting with vendor coordination, and helping ensure that campus facilities remain safe, clean, and functional for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
The ideal candidate is highly organized, customer-service oriented, and comfortable balancing administrative coordination with hands-on facilities support.
This is a temporary, full-time position expected to begin in July 2026 and conclude in September 2026. Continued employment beyond the assignment period is not guaranteed.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Facilities Coordination
- Serve as a primary point of contact for routine facilities requests from faculty, staff, students, and tenants.
- Receive, prioritize, and coordinate maintenance and custodial work orders.
- Conduct regular walkthroughs of campus facilities to identify maintenance, safety, cleanliness, and operational concerns.
- Track and document facilities issues, repairs, and project progress.
- Coordinate access for vendors, contractors, and service providers.
- Assist with event setup, room configurations, furniture moves, and campus logistics.
- Support building access, key management, and facilities-related communications.
Maintenance Support
Perform minor maintenance and repair tasks, including:
Replacing light bulbs
Minor painting and touch-up work
Furniture assembly and repair
Basic plumbing and fixture adjustments
Replacing ceiling tiles
General building upkeep
Assist in identifying maintenance needs and escalating larger repairs to appropriate vendors or contractors.
Monitor building systems and report issues requiring specialized service.
Support preventative maintenance activities and campus improvement projects.
Custodial Oversight
- Coordinate with custodial staff and contractors to ensure campus cleanliness standards are maintained.
- Conduct inspections of classrooms, offices, common areas, restrooms, and shared spaces.
- Monitor custodial supply inventories and assist with ordering and restocking supplies.
- Address urgent cleanliness issues and assist with cleanup as needed.
- Ensure waste and recycling areas remain organized and functional.
Campus Operations
- Assist with move management, furniture relocations, and departmental space adjustments.
- Support safety inspections and identify potential hazards.
- Respond to routine facilities emergencies and coordinate appropriate response.
- Assist with loading dock operations, deliveries, surplus management, and inventory organization.
- Provide excellent customer service to students, faculty, staff, visitors, and vendors.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One (1) year of experience in facilities, maintenance, operations, property management, custodial supervision, or a related field.
Preferred
- Experience in higher education, commercial facilities, property management, or institutional operations.
- Experience coordinating vendors or contractors.
- Experience with work order management systems.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below 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.
- Ability to perform minor maintenance and repair work safely and effectively.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical work throughout the day.
- Knowledge of building systems, custodial operations, and OSHA safety practices preferred.
PAY AND BENEFITS
- $27 an hour Base Wage
- Paid time off
- Tuition assistance
- 16 paid holidays including birthday
- 15% discount at NUNM Medicinary
This in-person position will be based at our campus in Portland, Oregon.
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