Special Activities Tech - req# 35747

UNM’s Facilities Management (FM) has a great opportunity for a Special Activities Tech to join our team. The ideal candidate will be under direct supervision, provides event support for a variety of general campus events and/or special activities. Performs individual and/or departmental moves, technical and general maintenance of grounds, facilities, and/or equipment, at a level not requiring formal licensure. Routinely interacts with all constituents in the campus community.

FM Special Activities is responsible for supporting all special events and moving activities on UNM Central Campus, North Campus (HSC) and South Campus. We work closely with many campus constituents such as the Office of the President, Student Activities, Athletics, Alumni Relations, Safety and Risk Services (SRS) and Parking & Transportation Services (PATS) to ensure that we are delivering efficient and effective service based on sustainability and collaboration.

See the Position Description for additional information.

• Possession of a valid New Mexico driver's license is a requirement for this job.
• Successful candidate must submit to post-offer, pre-employment physical examination and medical history check.
• Employees who provide services or work in patient care or clinical areas are required to be in compliance with the University's influenza vaccination requirement.
• Ability to work outside of normal working hours as needed.

High school diploma or GED; at least 1 year of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.

Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.

Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of  constituencies in a diverse community

Using hand and power tools following safety procedures.

Experience in the outdoor maintenance field.

Experience in event setup and take-down.

Experience moving furniture, lab equipment etc.  

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Positions posted with a Staff Type of Regular or Term are eligible for the Veteran Preference Program. See the Veteran Preference Program webpage for additional details.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

The University of New Mexico requires all regular staff positions successfully pass a pre-employment background check. This may include, but is not limited to, a criminal history background check, New Mexico Department of Health fingerprint screening, New Mexico Children, Youth, and Families Department fingerprint screening, verification of education credentials, and/or verification of prior employment. For more information about background checks, visit https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3280.html. Refer to https://policy.unm.edu/university-policies/3000/3200.html for a definition of Regular Staff.