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When you join the UMass Chan Medical School team, you join us in advancing together to improve the health and well-being of our diverse communities throughout Massachusetts and across the US and the world. Together, we lead in education, research, health care delivery, and public service. Your life’s work is more than a career. It’s an expression of your passion, intellect, skill, and drive. UMass Chan's commitment to excellence, innovation, competitive benefits, and work-life integration will allow you to build a professionally rewarding career as we work together to better or improve the health of people around the globe.

Facility Event Room Set Up
Job Number: 2026-51852
Category: Maintenance and Facilities
Location: Worcester, MA
Shift: Day
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non Exempt
Business Unit: UMass Chan Medical School
Department: Env Building Services
Job Type: Full-Time
Union Code: Union Position - AFSCME Trades and Building Svc (W20)
Num. Openings: 1
Post Date: Sept. 19, 2026
Work Location: 100% Onsite
Salary Minimum: USD $22.04/Hr.
Salary Maximum: USD $28.94/Hr.

Under the direct supervision of the Sr. Director or designee, Facility Event Room set up is responsible for executing the setup and breakdown of furniture, Tables and chairs for events, meetings, and daily operations across campus facilities. This role ensures that all arrangements meet institutional standards and safety requirements.

  • Move, arrange, and maintain furniture and materials as needed.
  • Inspect completed setups for quality, safety, and compliance with institutional standards.
  • Maintain inventory of setup equipment and report damage or shortages.
  • Ensure timely completion of setups and breakdowns, sometimes under tight schedules.
  • Ability to utilize electronic devices
  • Vacuum, Shampoo carpets in meeting rooms, wash windows, clean chairs, tables as required
  • Remove trash and discarded items per university policy.
  • Clean whiteboards, credenza and windows.
  • Assist with general facilities and support tasks as needed like organizing lobby areas.
  • High school diploma, or equivalent experience
  • 3 years of related experience in facilities, event setup, or related field
  • Knowledge of proper care and maintenance of equipment utilized
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions to supervise employees effectively
  • Knowledge of principles, practices, and techniques of supervision. Room set up standards.
  • Knowledge of rules, regulations, policies, procedures, standards and guidelines governing assigned unit activities.
  • Ability to lift and move heavy objects (up to 50 lbs) and stand for extended periods
  • Effective communication skills – verbal and written
  • Valid drivers license and ability to travel to off-site locations and clean driving record required.
  • Use proper lifting techniques and personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling materials.
  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Ability to travel to offsite locations
  • Flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, or weekends as needed
  • SAFETY REQUREMENTS:
    • Adhere to all institutional safety protocols and procedures.
    • Use proper lifting techniques and personal protective equipment (PPE) when handling materials.
    • Ensure all setups comply with fire codes, accessibility standards, and hazard prevention guidelines.
    • Report unsafe conditions or incidents promptly to supervisors.
    • Ability to withstand physical strain of performing manual tasks.

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

Considerable walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, the lifting up to 50 pounds; physical ability to reach, climb stepladders; possess sufficient vision, hearing, and speech to perform the required tasks safely and efficiently.
Possess manual dexterity.

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Posting Disclaimer:
This job posting outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for the role but is not intended to be an exhaustive list. Duties and expectations may evolve in response to the needs of the department and the broader institution.

In alignment with our commitment to pay transparency, the base salary range for this position is listed above (exclusive of benefits and retirement). At UMass Chan Medical School, final base salary offers are determined based on a combination of factors, including your skills, education, and relevant experience. We also consider internal equity to ensure fair and consistent compensation across our teams.

Please note that the range provided reflects the full base salary range for this position. Offers are typically made within the midrange to allow for future growth and development within the role.

In addition to base pay, UMass Chan offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package, which includes paid time off, medical, dental, and vision coverage, and participation in a 401(a)-retirement plan, with the option to contribute to a voluntary 403(b) plan.

UMass Chan welcomes all qualified applicants and complies with all state and federal anti-discrimination laws.