Building Maintenance Worker

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State University seeks a full-time Building Maintenance Worker to ensure facilities are well-maintained and ready for use. Responsibilities include setting up meeting rooms, operating cleaning equipment, and performing minor repairs. The role requires effective experience and physical stamina, contributing to a supportive campus environment.

Benefits

75% tuition discount for employees and eligible family members

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Robust retirement plans

Substantial paid time off including holidays and vacation

Qualifications

• 3 to 12 months of effective experience required.
• Authorized to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Set up rooms for meetings and events, ensuring cleanliness and proper arrangements.
• Operate scrubbing and buffing equipment, maintaining cleanliness of floors and furniture.
• Perform minor repairs to fixtures and furnishings as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Physical stamina

Time management

Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

• CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
• CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State is searching for a full time Building Maintenance Worker - Grade 8 to join the team. Duties include:

• Set up rooms for meetings and other events by rearranging furniture, bringing furniture in or removing it; ensure that rooms are set up and cleaned prior to scheduled use; check with person in charge of meeting prior to meeting commencement to see if accommodations are appropriate
• Check reservation cards daily and note appropriate set up; report any room schedule conflicts to building manager
• Set up audio visual equipment in appropriate location and check to ensure it is operational
• Set up and run video tape machine for video tape programs presented in the HUB
• Operate various types of scrubbing and buffing equipment and hand tools as required
• Sweep, scrub, strip, shine and wax various types of floors, floor coverings and furniture
• Remove and/or relocate furniture, equipment, supplies and construction materials
• Unload incoming materials and move to storage location
• Maintain tools, equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition
• Report unusual conditions to supervisor
• Assist groups using HUB facilities; unload supplies, move supplies or materials to designated area, assist in construction of special props as required
• Perform clean-up in various areas of the building as a result of accidental spills or extremely heavy usage
• Shovel snow and chop ice, spread cinders, sand and other anti-skid materials on walk, entry ways and driveways, using small power or hand tools as required
• Assist as required in crowd control for ticket sales and special waste
• Clean fans and ventilation equipment; remove, clean and replace filters and change oil
• Perform minor maintenance to drapes and blinds; replace cords, cables, mounting brackets, etc.
• Perform minor maintenance to lavatory fixtures; replace faucet washers and packing, tighten handles, etc.
• Repair or replace broken lavatory seats, soap dispensers, etc.
• Perform minor repairs to lamps, sweepers, buffers; replace plugs, brushes, cords, etc.
• Touch up paint and varnish damaged woodwork, furniture, etc.
• Perform minor repairs to furnishings; patch seats, repair frames
• Report damaged or defective equipment to supervisor
• Position and reinforce staging platform sections, temporary room dividers and partitions as required

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

3 to 12 months of effective experience

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS

None

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT

This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 8. More information can be found here: Collective Bargaining Agreement.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

For details on starting pay rate and progression, please see the above collective bargaining agreement.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports both broad and specific equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university’s teaching, research, and service mission.

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