What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Facilities & Operations Assistant position at Quantum Signal AI?
Role Summary:
Quantum Signal AI is looking for a part-time Seasonal Maintenance Assistant to join our team for the summer season. Day to day, you’ll take direction from the facilities manager to respond to requests related to preventative maintenance and repairs. You will provide support in maintaining and improving the functionality of our facilities and grounds. No two projects are the same and you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to many different tasks and learn new skills regularly. The ideal candidate for this position is detail-oriented, able to work independently, and committed to maintaining a safe work environment.
Location:
Saline, Michigan (In-person). Our “historic schoolhouse” office supports hands-on collaboration, mentorship, and real-time problem solving.
What You’ll Do:
What You’ll Get:
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About QSAI:
Founded in 1999 and now a subsidiary of Ford Motor Company, Quantum Signal AI is an engineering research and development team focused on realizing the future of mobility. We specialize in building robust technologies that make transportation more effective, efficient, and accessible for everyone.
Located in the historic Union School in Saline, MI, our office is a unique engineering playground designed for creativity and exploration. We are a community of smart people who love new challenges and value technical curiosity over specialization.
Quantum Signal AI is looking for a part-time Seasonal Maintenance Assistant to join our team for the summer season. Day to day, you’ll take direction from the facilities manager to respond to requests related to preventative maintenance and repairs. You will provide support in maintaining and improving the functionality of our facilities and grounds. No two projects are the same and you’ll have the opportunity to contribute to many different tasks and learn new skills regularly. The ideal candidate for this position is detail-oriented, able to work independently, and committed to maintaining a safe work environment.
Location:
Saline, Michigan (In-person). Our “historic schoolhouse” office supports hands-on collaboration, mentorship, and real-time problem solving.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist in painting and plastering tasks as needed
- Assist in facilities maintenance tasks as assigned
- Follow established safety procedures and guidelines
- Clean and maintain work areas to ensure a safe and organized environment
- Wear and properly use personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times
- Perform light electrical and plumbing tasks under supervision
- Moving furniture and equipment as needed
- General grounds tasks such as trimming, planting, and spraying for weeds
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Commitment to workplace safety and adherence to safety protocols
- Safely walk and stand for extended periods of time, reach (including above your head), bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat and kneel as necessary
- Basic knowledge of common hand and power tools for measuring, cutting, assembling, and installing components.
- Ability to lift objects of various shapes, sizes, and weights (up to 50 lbs.)
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
- Comfortable working on ladders and walking on the roof
- Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work well in a team environment
- 1 year(s) of related coursework or professional experience
- Occupational workplace health safety training - i.e. lab, wood/auto shop classes.
- Open-mindedness and curiosity about learning new tools and applying your skills broadly to a variety of projects
- Understanding of when you need help/feedback
- Hobby, coursework, or professional experience in any of the following areas
- Painting
- Carpentry
- HVAC
- Shop safety training
What You’ll Get:
- Salary: $16 - $18 hourly
- Hours: 24 hours per week for 16 weeks (May through August). No Nights, No Weekends!
- Flexible schedule options
- Free unlimited drinks, freshly ground coffee, weekly baked goods, and biweekly summer BBQs
- Ford A/X-Plan vehicle discounts
- A relaxed, fun community and environment in which to solve interesting problems with casual dress code
- Opportunity to participate in a 401(k) savings plan
- Other perks to fuel creativity such as an on-site gymnasium, free drinks and snacks, and a variety of optional team activities
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
About QSAI:
Founded in 1999 and now a subsidiary of Ford Motor Company, Quantum Signal AI is an engineering research and development team focused on realizing the future of mobility. We specialize in building robust technologies that make transportation more effective, efficient, and accessible for everyone.
Located in the historic Union School in Saline, MI, our office is a unique engineering playground designed for creativity and exploration. We are a community of smart people who love new challenges and value technical curiosity over specialization.
Salary : $16 - $18