We would like to update you on the policies of the Physical Plant so we can better serve you.
Priority
Our first priority continues to be preventive maintenance of our
facilities to ensure a pleasant and safe campus environment. To
accomplish that goal we will provide routine maintenance such as
custodial services, grounds maintenance, and repairs for general
maintenance of campus facilities.
Moves
We will be happy to assist you with small moves. Large
departmental moves will require an outside moving company, though
we can help oversee them.
Non-maintenance Requests
We can also provide services for non-maintenance
requests, but work can only be completed as time allows. Examples
of non-maintenance requests include: any construction projects,
painting that is not required, and assembling new office furniture.
Charges will be assessed for these services: be assured
that we will make every effort to minimize costs. (These charges are
necessary due to staff size limitations and budget constraints.)
Any projects that require immediate attention may need to be
completed by an outside vendor.
Coordination
The Physical Plant is also responsible for coordination
of events held at Newton Chapel, Willingham, Bear Gardens, Jesse's
Plaza, Porter Patch, and the Quad. You will need to complete a Campus Reservations form
to reserve use of these facilities. Please allow ten working days
lead-time for planning and coordination. All set-up requests,
regardless of the location, should allow ten working days lead-time.
Vehicles
Club Carts required for Mercer related functions can be
utilized by any Mercer employee if the employee is insured under the
Mercer plan. This insurance requirement also applies to student
workers. Departments will be responsible for any damage to the
vehicles.
Delivery
The Shipping and Receiving Department will deliver all
items to your department but is not responsible for assembly.
Orders for equipment and furniture should allow for delivery and
installation charges. We will be happy to assist you in locating
a company to provide this service if necessary, since on occasion an
authorized dealer may be required. Please advise us when large
orders have been placed; our receiving dock has a limited amount of
space and cannot accommodate many large orders at one time.