Facilities Maintenance Intern

Role Description

Facilities Maintenance Intern

Location:

Kalamazoo, MI

Working across the GMS campus, in a GMP environment, the Facilities Maintenance Intern assists the Facilities Maintenance Technicians with site facilities, including general maintenance, upgrades, remodels and repairs, managed through the onsite work order system via SAP.

• Assisting with maintenance, repairs, improvements, and modifications to production areas, specific utilities, facility equipment, mechanical equipment/spaces, office areas and grounds.
• Light carpentry in remodeling/upgrades to existing areas across the site including painting, drywalling, tiling, carpeting, general repairs, light plumbing/electrical, light masonry/epoxy work.
• Furniture assembly, movement, light carpentry as needed.
• Good communication and organizational skills and the ability to interact with all levels of the Zoetis organization. Can articulate issues and solutions to the team.
• Can analyze problems and provide support in determining appropriate corrective and preventative actions, with minimal assistance.
• Capable of simultaneously managing multiple assignments. Prioritizes own work. Flexible and responsive to changes.

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Enrollment in a college or technical program.
• 0-2 years of work experience preferred.
• A valid driver’s license is required to operate company vehicles.
• At least 18 years of age and authorized to work in the U.S.
• Successfully pass a background check and drug screen.
• Must be physically residing in the U.S. for the entirety of the internship.

• Use of appropriate PPE is required.
• Ability to work in tight spaces for extended periods of time.
• Regular daily motion of bending, twisting, reaching.
• Ability to climb ladders or use powered lifts to reach equipment needing repair.
• Ability to be on one’s feet for extended periods of time.
• Travel between campuses as work orders arise.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs unassisted.

7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

Base rates vary by education level:

• Associate‑level: $16.00 per hour
• Undergraduate‑level: $22.00 per hour
• Graduate‑level: $32.50 per hour
• Doctorate‑level: $36.00 per hour

For candidates located in California, Connecticut, District of Columbia, Illinois (Chicago area), Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Washington (Seattle area):

• Associate‑level: $17.00 per hour
• Undergraduate‑level: $24.20 per hour
• Graduate‑level: $36.40 per hour
• Doctorate‑level: $40.30 per hour

Zoetis is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status, or any other protected classification. Disabled individuals are given an equal opportunity to use our online application system. We offer reasonable accommodations if requested.