Facilities Associate II

Salary: $17.73 - $19.85 Hourly
Location : Dearborn, MI, MI
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202200126
Division: Buildings and Grounds
Department: Buildings and Grounds
Opening Date: 05/29/2026
Closing Date: 6/3/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


Position Description Summary
Henry Ford College presents an opportunity for a Facilities Associate II.
The Facilities Associate II is responsible for cleaning and maintenance of campus buildings and grounds, and for providing a safe, clean, healthy, and attractive campus. The Facilities Associate II maintains supply closets, disinfects and sanitizes campus buildings, performs seasonal maintenance including but not limited to floor stripping and waxing, moves furniture, and maintains all assigned cleaning equipment.

Shift available:
Monday - Friday, 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Core Competencies and Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED is required.
• Valid Driver's License is required.
• A passing score of 70% or better on HFC test for Facilities Associates.
• Physical ability to perform essential duties and responsibilities.

The most successful candidate will have a career that reflects the following competencies.

• Previous experience in the cleaning and maintenance of buildings.
• Grounds keeping experience.

Additionally, the most successful candidate will have the following unique competencies:
Attention to Detail - Is thorough when performing work and conscientious about attending to detail.
Cleaning - Demonstrates clear understanding and application of cleaning, health, safety, and compliance best practices as instructed by Facilities management.
Communication - Ability to carry out verbal and written directions and to effectively communicate to HFC stakeholders. Understanding and adherence to HFC policies and procedures.
Conscientiousness - Displays a high level of effort and commitment towards performing work; demonstrates responsible behavior.
Customer Experience - Anticipates and meets the needs of both internal and external customers including students, staff, and the community. Delivers high-quality services; is committed to continuous improvement.
Dependability and Reliability - Behaves consistently and predictably; is reliable, responsible, and dependable in fulfilling obligations; diligently follows through on commitments and consistently meets deadlines. Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance; rarely is late for meetings or appointments.
Decisiveness - Makes well-informed, effective, and timely decisions.

Dependability and Reliability - Behaves consistently and predictably; is reliable, responsible, and dependable in fulfilling obligations; diligently follows through on commitments and consistently meets deadlines. Demonstrates regular and punctual attendance; rarely is late for meetings or appointments.
Flexibility - Is open to change and new information; rapidly adapts to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
Interpersonal Skills - Treats students, staff, faculty, and the community with courtesy, sensitivity, and respect. Considers and responds appropriately to the needs and feelings of different people in different situations.
Painting - Knowledge of materials, methods, and appropriate tools to apply paint and other protective coating materials on drywall, wood, metal, glass, and other surfaces.

Problem Solving - Identifies and analyzes problems; weighs relevance and accuracy of information; generates and evaluates alternative solutions; makes recommendations.

Teamwork - Encourages and facilitates cooperation, pride, trust, and group identity; fosters commitment and team spirit; works with others to achieve goals.
Technical Competence - Uses knowledge that is acquired through formal training or extensive on-the-job experience to perform one's job; works with, understands, and evaluates technical information related to the job; advises others on technical issues.

Vehicle Operation - Knowledge of procedures for operating motor vehicles, including cars, trucks, or watercraft.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities including but not limited to

• Maintain building cleanliness by performing routine custodial duties and seasonal projects, including but not limited to sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, vacuuming, carpet shampooing, floor refinishing, window washing, deep cleaning, and dusting.
• Maintain classroom and restroom supplies (including but not limited to hand soap, paper towel, etc.)
• Follow management's instructions for use and storage of cleaning chemicals and equipment, such as carts, vacuums, scrubbers, and Kai-Vacs.
• Perform landscaping duties as assigned and follow's management's instructions for snow and ice removal; includes snow blowing, snow shoveling, and manual salt spreading.
• Perform minor maintenance repair duties as assigned by management in regard to installation (e.g., Towel dispensers, Soap dispensers, Stall Locks, Blinds)
• Follow instructions for assigned keys, radios, security procedures (opening and locking buildings), and using shared equipment (e.g., ladders, floor scrubbers).
• Move furniture and equipment as assigned; performs set-ups and tear downs for events.
• Change lights using correct bulbs and follows instructions for reporting nonfunctioning light fixtures.
• Observe work areas and reports issues including but not limited to plumbing problems, electrical problems, and roof leaks.
• May be required to climb ladders and scaffolding, work on teams, allow new hires to shadow for training purposes, and respond to emergencies such as flood clean-up.
• Comply with all rules, policies, and procedures of Henry Ford College and those of the HFC Facilities Dept.
• Complete CMMS generated work orders.
• Operate trucks, loaders, plows, and other equipment in the removal of leaves, snow, and ice.
• Load, unload, and drive College trucks to move, materials and equipment around campus.
• Make minor repairs and performs routine maintenance on auto scrubbers and vacuum cleaners as assigned by Facilities Supervisor.
• Work with limited supervision in the completion of projects including but not limited to painting, event set-up and tear-down, completion of CMMS generated work orders, deep cleaning projects, grounds work, installation and furniture relocation.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Additional Information


While we have attempted to capture the core functional responsibilities in the role, this position description is not meant to be all inclusive. Therefore, performing additional job-related duties not listed above may be required as assigned.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS Physical Demands Not Applicable Occasionally: <33%/day Frequently: 34-66%/day Constantly: >66%/day Sitting X Standing XPushing XPulling XClimbing X Reaching XWalking XLifting <10 lbs. X Lifting 10 lbs. to 20 lbs. X Lifting 20 lbs. to 50 lbs. X Lifting >50 lbs. X Kneeling X Twisting
X Stooping X Other
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REWARDS THAT LAST A LIFETIME


Henry Ford College takes great pride in offering a variety of comprehensive and industry-leading programs and resources to support the health and well-being of our team members and their families.

Being an industry leader means giving back to our most valuable asset - our employees.
HFC Offers:

• Employee assistance program
• 403B and 457B saving and retirement plans with Roth contribution options
• Vacation time/PTO
• Holidays
• Tuition waiver
• Comprehensive medical insurance
• Employer paid vision and dental
• Long/short term disability
• Flex spending and health saving accounts
• Professional Development opportunities