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KEYper system upgrades key management for IPF vehicle pool
The KEYper (key management) system officially went live on Oct. 16, 2018, and is in place to manage the motor pool vehicles at IPF.
FAMIS phasing out, Planon rolling in
Planon, IPF’s new Integrated Work Management System (IWMS), will begin to replace FAMIS beginning in February.
IPF employees highlight hunting wins
IPF employees work hard and hunt hard, evident in the 2018-2019 Buck Pole – a photo display highlighting employee hunting success. All IPF employees are welcome to participate in the hunting challenge that began on Oct. 1.
IPF employees complete electrical safety training
More than 100 IPF employees completed the Electrical Safety Work Practices class in early December, allowing IPF employees to learn about arc flash and other electrical hazards while earning a certificate. John Nurenberg, manager of Maintenance Services – electrical, Andy Smith, compliance officer with Occupational Safety, and Mary Clark, supervisor with Safety, coordinated the training.
Get to know IPF: Jeremy Palus
When a customer is too hot, too cold, hearing strange noises or is noticing odd smells, Jeremy Palus is oftentimes the first person to show up.
Landscape Services finds Project SEARCH
When Landscape Services manager Matt Bailey learned about an internship program that helped young adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities prepare for the workplace, he didn’t hesitate to bring it to IPF.
Committees within IPF
Infrastructure Planning and Facilities has many committees including the Diversity and Inclusion Committee as well as several subcommittees that focus on everything from customer experiences, IT strategy, organizational performance and workforce engagement.
Get to know IPF: Aubrey Hoermann
As service manager at MSU Bikes, Aubrey Hoermann’s job covers both bike maintenance and helping other mechanics troubleshoot repairs as necessary. Working with customers, answering questions and offering advice also make up a big part of his duties.
Landscape Services plants hope for the holidays
The giving spirit was in full swing at IPF’s Landscape Services this year, with over $1,000 raised in a single week to support a local family in need.
Get to Know: Kelsey Oosterhoff
Kelsey Oosterhoff loves to travel and even bungee jump whenever she gets the opportunity. Oosterhoff, who has worked at MSU for six years with the last two at IPF as a facilities stewardship coordinator, also loves to help create the best outcomes for the university.