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FACILITIES SETUP AND EVENTS TECHNICIAN

Ithaca College

Ithaca, NYFull-time$18/hrSeen 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 5 days ago

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Compensation
$18/hr
Location
Ithaca, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Valid New York Driver's License

Job overview

The Facilities Setup and Events Technician handles furniture, equipment, and supply deliveries and supports campus events. The role includes operating college vehicles and equipment, assembling and moving furniture, setting up and taking down event materials, maintaining storage areas and records, and assisting with inventory control. The position is 40 hours per week, year-round, and requires a high school diploma, two years of related experience, and a valid New York State driver’s license.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Vehicle OperationForklift OperationFurniture AssemblyLifting and CarryingWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTask PrioritizationTeamworkAdaptabilityInclusivityRespectfulnessResponsivenessLeadershipInitiative

Qualifications

High School Diploma2 Years Related ExperienceValid New York Driver's LicenseBackground CheckTravel AbilityOccasional Evening or Weekend Work

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance

Full job description

Job Summary:

Perform a variety of duties involved in the loading, unloading and set up of furniture and equipment to include driving, operating and inspecting trucks, vans and other college vehicles and related equipment and tools. Receive and unpack shipments, deliver supplies, maintain records, and assist with inventory control. Provide support services for all special events to include operating transportation vehicles and equipment and performing tasks associated with setting up and taking down event equipment such as tables, chairs, tents, and stages.

Job Duties:

  1. Receive and unpack shipments; load and unload furniture and supplies; transport items on, to, and from Ithaca College and participate in setting up and assembling miscellaneous office furniture, desks, cabinets, and other equipment.

  2. Drive, operate and inspect trucks, vans and other college vehicles and equipment used in the set up and delivery of furniture, desks, cabinets, and other equipment.

  3. Assemble, move, load, and unload residence hall lounge and room furniture. Loft and un-loft beds per student requests and as required for special events.

  4. Support special campus events to include set up and take down of equipment and materials such as chairs, tables, tents, and stages; operate a forklift and other light equipment as needed.

  5. Communicate effectively with clients, co-workers, and supervisors by responding to questions; giving directions and providing advice as appropriate.

  6. Maintain storage areas in a clean and orderly condition.

  7. Participate in mandated training courses and other professional development opportunities.

  8. Participate in the training and instruction of new employees in the operation of trucks and related equipment; provide training and direction to student staff.

  9. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior and contribute to cultivating an inclusive, diverse, and respectful college community.

  10. Participate in snow removal to include shoveling sidewalks and entry ways.

  11. Participate in special projects and light furniture repair as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

High school diploma and a minimum of two years related experience; experience driving and operating vans or trucks; carts, and elevators; ability to regularly climb stairs, lift, move, or carry 80 lbs; good written and verbal communications skills; demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and varied tasks, work well as part of a team, and have the flexibility to work occasional evenings and/or weekends; successfully pass background check; ability to travel and possession of a valid New York State driver’s license and the adherence to the requirements to be able to drive a college vehicle set forth by the Ithaca College Office of Risk Management.

This position is 40 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

Application Instructions:

Interested applicants must apply online and attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three professional references. Questions about online applications should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-8000 or [email protected].

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.

Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.

Hiring Rate:

$18.00 per hour

We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including:

  • Healthcare including vision and dental

  • Generous Paid Time Off Policies

  • 403B Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Employer Contribution

  • EAP

  • Flexible Work Plans

  • Educational Benefits

  • Career-Enhancing Trainings

  • For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit https://www.ithaca.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits-wellness

In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background investigations per College policy. This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon review of the criminal background check.

The position is considered to be essential during emergency situations and the incumbent is subject to being requested to rep

At Ithaca College, a comprehensive residential campus community of approximately 5,000 students, we strive to be at the forefront of the higher education landscape. We offer a distinct integrative learning experience that makes students ready for the personal, professional, and global challenges of our age.

We seek candidates who embrace integrative learning and want to be a part of this exciting time in Ithaca College history. We encourage creative collaboration and innovation in our faculty and staff, providing support and resources for them to grow in their fields and lead students to their own innovative ideas and achievements.

We welcome different ways of thinking and look for candidates with unique points of view and life experiences. We are inclusive of individuals with a wide range of cultural, personal, and professional backgrounds, talents, and skills. Our campus is a vibrant and rewarding community where diverse minds can learn, succeed, and excel.

When reviewing candidates, we are looking for indicators of a number of core competencies. Prospective candidates must be adaptable, collaborative, inclusive, respectful, responsive, results driven, and sustainable. They must communicate effectively, demonstrate leadership, exhibit professional integrity and ethics, take initiative, value personal and professional development, and show that they will engage in the college.

Nestled in the heart of New York State’s scenic Finger Lakes region, Ithaca College sits atop South Hill overlooking picturesque Cayuga Lake and is just minutes away from the city center. Combining small town warmth and charm with the vibrancy of a college community, the thriving and culturally diverse city of Ithaca has been rated by Kiplinger’s as one of the top 10 places to live in the United States.

If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact our ADA Coordinator, Linda Koenig, at [email protected] or 607-274-7761. We ask that requests for accommodations be made as soon as possible.

To learn more about Ithaca College, visit us at http://ithaca.edu

How this job compares

Set against the 756 open Facilities Technician jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 29, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$18/hr
  • New York median$20–27/hr25 hourly ranges
  • US median$30–41/hr397 hourly ranges

This rate, $18/hr, is 27% below the New York median midpoint ($25/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Facilities Technician hourly ranges in New York.

Openings
Olive Jobs lists 38 open Facilities Technician jobs in New York and 756 across the US. Under 1% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
Hiring the most in New York
Experience
This posting asks for at least 2 years of experience; Facilities Technician postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years at the median (563 postings).
Education
This posting asks for a high school diploma; 297 of the 756 open Facilities Technician jobs (39%) ask for a high school diploma or higher.

Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on October 29, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.

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