CNS Facilities Student Assistant - Facilities Operations

Job Posting Title:

CNS Facilities Student Assistant - Facilities Operations

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Hiring Department:

College of Natural Sciences

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Position Open To:

All Applicants

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Weekly Scheduled Hours:

15

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FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt

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Earliest Start Date:

Feb 01, 2026

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Position Duration:

Expected to Continue Until May 15, 2026

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Location:

UT MAIN CAMPUS

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Job Details:

General Notes

Applicants must be currently enrolled at The University of Texas at Austin and authorized to work in the United States. This position is security‑sensitive, hiring decision is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Work hours are flexible, ranging from 10 to 20 hours per week, Monday through Friday between 8:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.

Purpose

Assist College of Natural Sciences facilities team to complete daily facilities tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist CNS facilities team to install/remove furniture and equipment in CNS buildings and assist facility staff with miscellaneous daily tasks.

• Assist with unloading and delivery of CNS shipments.

• Assist with small projects such as clearing unused offices/rooms and documenting (measure/photograph) project spaces.

• Assist with completion of annual facilities space audits.

• Other related responsibilities and functions as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated excellence in communication and interpersonal interactions

• Consistent, reliable, and punctual attendance

• Proven ability to work independently while also contributing effectively within a team and with supervisors

• Curiosity and enthusiasm for learning, problem-solving, and taking initiative

• Strong collaborative mindset with a commitment to supporting team goals

• Exceptional organizational skills and a high level of attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications

• Completed community college or university coursework in business management, science, engineering, technology, mathematics, construction, or project management.

• Experience producing professional communication documents using word processing software.

• Proficient (3+ years of experience) with Microsoft Office (Word, Power Point, Visio, Excel), Adobe Creative Suite (Acrobat, Photoshop), and/or Computer Aided Design software (AutoCAD, Solidworks, ProE)

Salary Range

$13.00 per hour

Working Conditions

• May work around standard office conditions.

• Repetitive use of computer equipment.

• Reasonable lifting and moving.

• Climbing of stairs

Work Shift

Work performed on-site during regular business hours between 8:00 am and 1:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Minimum 10 scheduled weekly hours (max 20).  

Required Materials

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above.

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Employment Eligibility:

Please make sure you meet all the required qualifications and you can perform all of the essential functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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Retirement Plan Eligibility:

Students in this position may choose to enroll in the UTSaver voluntary retirement programs.

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Background Checks:

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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Equal Opportunity Employer:

The University of Texas at Austin, as an