Inside Higher Ed
Site Operations Coordinator - Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicin
Inside Higher Ed, Clemson, South Carolina, United States, 29631
Site Operations Coordinator - Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine
Harvey S. Peeler Jr. College of Veterinary Medicine Site Operations Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the CVM site, fleet vehicles, and a wide range of support equipment. This role involves coordinating activities, providing administrative and technical support, and acting as a liaison between staff, faculty, contractors, and central facilities. The site coordinator must develop collaborative relationships, possess strong organizational and communication skills, and be able to perform duties with minimal supervision. They are responsible for overseeing contractor performance, implementing emergency plans, monitoring compliance with CU safety standards, and ensuring the environment is safe for staff, faculty, students, and animals. Performs other duties as assigned.
Job Duties
30% – Essential – Facilities Support – Main Campus, Equine, & Farm Teaching: Equipment & Maintenance
Submit and monitor WO requests for emergency repairs and routine maintenance activities.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests and communicate updates on progress.
Source and manage external vendors for repair and maintenance services.
Conduct regular facility inspections to ensure a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment.
Identify potential failures and take steps to reduce impacts on operations.
Purchase parts & supplies and request equipment replacement as needed.
Coordinate fleet-vehicle PM programs, maintenance schedules, replacements, rentals, and leasing.
Schedule vehicle repairs with outside service providers.
Ensure that all CVM support vehicles and golfcarts remain clean and in good repair.
Track expiration of licensing, insurance, and warranties of fleet vehicles.
Perform daily walk‑throughs on all buildings and grounds.
Inspect quality of workmanship on landscape/custodial contracts and report shortcomings.
Provide damage assessments and inspections after severe weather events.
Provide after‑hours support during outages and shutdowns.
Participate in setup & tear down of CVM community activities and events.
30% – Essential – Waste Management, Biohazards, & Hazardous Materials
Work with the biohazard team in coordinating weekly shipments of biohazards from the site.
Perform weekly inspections of biohazard areas for cleanliness to limit odors and insects.
Assist with Radioactive/formalin exposure monitoring requirements and reporting.
Complete all Hazardous Material Handling training.
Routinely inspect Hazardous Material storage rooms.
Ensure that all hazardous materials are stored in the proper locations and according to CU policies.
20% – Essential – Safety
Ensure all contractors and vendors perform tasks safely while on CVM property.
Provide on‑the‑spot safety awareness for contractors, vendors, and visitors.
Utilize SciShield to collect, organize, and display real‑time safety and compliance information.
Serve as the point of contact for facility‑related injuries, near misses, and corrective actions.
15% – Essential – Shipping and Receiving
Ensure all incoming mail is delivered to the appropriate offices.
Coordinate the flow of large packages being delivered to the site.
Promptly store temperature‑sensitive packages in coolers and ensure medications or controlled substances are hand‑delivered to the recipient.
Assist in preparing outgoing packages and deliver to shipping vendors when needed.
Support the delivery of animal carcasses and storage.
5% – Essential – Emergency Management & BSC
Support Emergency Management activities across campus.
Perform duties as assistant BSC, completing all training requirements and attending yearly offsite events.
Participate in emergency Shelter‑in‑Place during weather events, fire drills, and assist with evacuation headcounts.
Update Genetec building system to control student & staff access.
Ensure space utilization data is current and room assignments are accurate.
Participate in regular meetings with CUPD and CUFD.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Associate's Degree in a related trade field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for the associate's degree on a year‑for‑year basis.
Work Experience: 4+ years of experience in facilities management, property management, or a similar role. Familiarity with facility systems, maintenance practices, and vendor management.
Preferred Requirements
Work Experience: 1+ years of experience working around or with veterinary facilities, farms, or livestock‑related environments.
Certifications/Licenses: Applicable trade certification(s) or licenses preferred.
Responsibilities
Job Knowledge
Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.
Supervisory Responsibilities
– No supervisory duties.
Budgetary Responsibilities
– No budget responsibilities.
Physical Requirements Walk or move about; use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.; ascend or descend (e.g., stairs, ladder); position self to accomplish tasks (e.g., stoop, kneel, crawl); communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself; recognize or inspect visually; move, transport, raise or lower; perceive, observe, clarity of vision.
Working Conditions Exposure to heat or cold; exposure to dust/fumes; noise; mechanical hazards; chemical hazards; electrical hazards; exposure to bio‑hazards (i.e., blood, bodily fluids).
Work Schedule Standard hours: 37.5
Compensation Information Anticipated hiring range: $45,300.00 – $60,000.00. Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.
Essential Personnel Level Emergency Response Level 1 employee required to respond during an emergency closure or modified operations in order to provide the University's initial response to the emergency situation, including the execution of mission essential functions. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on‑call.
Job Location Clemson, SC
Application Deadline January 21, 2026 at 11:59pm EST
Military and Veteran MILITARY EQUIVALENCY: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
Veteran Preference: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full‑time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD‑214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources. To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
Closing Statement Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
To apply To apply, visit: https://jobs.clemson.edu/psc/ps/JOBS/EXT/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=1&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningId=110118&PostingSeq=1
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
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Job Duties
30% – Essential – Facilities Support – Main Campus, Equine, & Farm Teaching: Equipment & Maintenance
Submit and monitor WO requests for emergency repairs and routine maintenance activities.
Respond promptly to maintenance requests and communicate updates on progress.
Source and manage external vendors for repair and maintenance services.
Conduct regular facility inspections to ensure a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment.
Identify potential failures and take steps to reduce impacts on operations.
Purchase parts & supplies and request equipment replacement as needed.
Coordinate fleet-vehicle PM programs, maintenance schedules, replacements, rentals, and leasing.
Schedule vehicle repairs with outside service providers.
Ensure that all CVM support vehicles and golfcarts remain clean and in good repair.
Track expiration of licensing, insurance, and warranties of fleet vehicles.
Perform daily walk‑throughs on all buildings and grounds.
Inspect quality of workmanship on landscape/custodial contracts and report shortcomings.
Provide damage assessments and inspections after severe weather events.
Provide after‑hours support during outages and shutdowns.
Participate in setup & tear down of CVM community activities and events.
30% – Essential – Waste Management, Biohazards, & Hazardous Materials
Work with the biohazard team in coordinating weekly shipments of biohazards from the site.
Perform weekly inspections of biohazard areas for cleanliness to limit odors and insects.
Assist with Radioactive/formalin exposure monitoring requirements and reporting.
Complete all Hazardous Material Handling training.
Routinely inspect Hazardous Material storage rooms.
Ensure that all hazardous materials are stored in the proper locations and according to CU policies.
20% – Essential – Safety
Ensure all contractors and vendors perform tasks safely while on CVM property.
Provide on‑the‑spot safety awareness for contractors, vendors, and visitors.
Utilize SciShield to collect, organize, and display real‑time safety and compliance information.
Serve as the point of contact for facility‑related injuries, near misses, and corrective actions.
15% – Essential – Shipping and Receiving
Ensure all incoming mail is delivered to the appropriate offices.
Coordinate the flow of large packages being delivered to the site.
Promptly store temperature‑sensitive packages in coolers and ensure medications or controlled substances are hand‑delivered to the recipient.
Assist in preparing outgoing packages and deliver to shipping vendors when needed.
Support the delivery of animal carcasses and storage.
5% – Essential – Emergency Management & BSC
Support Emergency Management activities across campus.
Perform duties as assistant BSC, completing all training requirements and attending yearly offsite events.
Participate in emergency Shelter‑in‑Place during weather events, fire drills, and assist with evacuation headcounts.
Update Genetec building system to control student & staff access.
Ensure space utilization data is current and room assignments are accurate.
Participate in regular meetings with CUPD and CUFD.
Minimum Requirements
Education: Associate's Degree in a related trade field. Relevant work experience may be substituted for the associate's degree on a year‑for‑year basis.
Work Experience: 4+ years of experience in facilities management, property management, or a similar role. Familiarity with facility systems, maintenance practices, and vendor management.
Preferred Requirements
Work Experience: 1+ years of experience working around or with veterinary facilities, farms, or livestock‑related environments.
Certifications/Licenses: Applicable trade certification(s) or licenses preferred.
Responsibilities
Job Knowledge
Comprehensive knowledge of theories and practices and ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations.
Supervisory Responsibilities
– No supervisory duties.
Budgetary Responsibilities
– No budget responsibilities.
Physical Requirements Walk or move about; use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc.; ascend or descend (e.g., stairs, ladder); position self to accomplish tasks (e.g., stoop, kneel, crawl); communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself; recognize or inspect visually; move, transport, raise or lower; perceive, observe, clarity of vision.
Working Conditions Exposure to heat or cold; exposure to dust/fumes; noise; mechanical hazards; chemical hazards; electrical hazards; exposure to bio‑hazards (i.e., blood, bodily fluids).
Work Schedule Standard hours: 37.5
Compensation Information Anticipated hiring range: $45,300.00 – $60,000.00. Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.
Essential Personnel Level Emergency Response Level 1 employee required to respond during an emergency closure or modified operations in order to provide the University's initial response to the emergency situation, including the execution of mission essential functions. Some positions in this category may be required to work remotely or be on‑call.
Job Location Clemson, SC
Application Deadline January 21, 2026 at 11:59pm EST
Military and Veteran MILITARY EQUIVALENCY: Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
Veteran Preference: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full‑time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD‑214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources. To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
Closing Statement Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
To apply To apply, visit: https://jobs.clemson.edu/psc/ps/JOBS/EXT/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&SiteId=1&FOCUS=Applicant&JobOpeningId=110118&PostingSeq=1
Seniority Level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Management and Manufacturing
Industries
Online Audio and Video Media
#J-18808-Ljbffr