Special Activities Tech
Listed on 2026-10-16
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Maintenance/Cleaning
Building Maintenance, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
The University of New Mexico's Facility Services
- Event Management team is seeking a dependable, customer-focused Special Activities Technician to provide event support, facility maintenance, and campus operations assistance for a variety of University programs and activities. This position plays an important role in helping create safe, functional, and welcoming spaces for students, faculty, staff, and visitors.
In this role, you will assist with the setup, breakdown, and transportation of furniture, equipment, and materials for campus events, classrooms, offices, and special activities. You will also perform a variety of maintenance, repair, and enhancement tasks throughout campus facilities and grounds, including carpentry, painting, graffiti removal, and repairs to campus furnishings and outdoor amenities. The position regularly interacts with campus customers and may assist in coordinating moves and special events.
The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on work, thrives in a team environment, and takes pride in providing excellent customer service. Successful candidates will have experience with event support, facilities maintenance, moving services, construction trades, grounds operations, or similar work requiring physical stamina, attention to detail, and a commitment to safety.
Duties & Responsibilities
Why Join Us?
Working as a staff member at the University of New Mexico (UNM) offers a range of exciting benefits, including:
Comprehensive Healthcare: Access to competitive health insurance plans including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Retirement Plans: Pension and enrollment in a choice of additional retirement plans with generous employer contributions.
Paid Time Off: Generous annual vacation leave (up to 168 hours per year), sick leave (up to 96 hours per year), and 11 paid holidays to support work-life balance.
Professional Development: Opportunities for continuous learning, career advancement, and tuition remission for employees and dependents.
Wellness Programs: Access to wellness programs, fitness facilities, and resources promoting employee health and well-being.
Community Engagement: Involvement in a vibrant campus community with diverse cultural and recreational activities.
Job Security: Stable employment with competitive salaries and opportunities for advancement within our respected flagship institution of New Mexico.
If you enjoy hands-on work, supporting events, solving practical challenges, and contributing to a vibrant campus community, we encourage you to apply and join the UNM Facility Services team.
See the Position Description for additional information.
Conditions of Employment- 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.
Preferred Qualifications- Strong customer service, communication, and teamwork skills.
- Experience…
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