Facilities Delivery & Event Setup Technician I

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; Full time

Job description

CLASSIFICATION: Support Staff

DEPARTMENT: Facilities Management, Planning and Construction(FMPC)

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Campus Services Manager

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Student workers

POSITION SUMMARY: With minimal supervision, perform a broadrange of tasks and duties associated with delivery operations andvarious activities supporting the broader campus.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Through a work order system, as well as direction from others,provide routine internal and external pick-up and delivery tasksincluding but not limited to: furniture, event materials, buildingsupport and cleaning supplies, appliances, mechanical equipment,athletic equipment, etc.
• Operate a box truck along with other vehicles on campusincluding, but not limited to, golf carts, gators, tractors,various trucks, and vans. This also includes lifts designed forfurniture built into the vehicles.
• Properly utilize the correct dollies, carts, and pallet jacksboth inside and outside.
• As part of the delivery process, set-up and tear down eventsincluding setting up items such as tables, chairs, stages, risers,pipe and drape, floor covering, etc. This will sometimes includeduring weekend events.
• Interpret written directions and diagrams for various furnitureset-ups and deliveries.
• Catalogue and monitor any damage of furniture inventory oncampus, including those for housing and events.
• Inspect and report vehicle and equipment maintenancerequirements, malfunctions and accidents. Perform minor repairswhen possible and maintain cleanliness of vehicles and equipment asrequired.
• Assist other divisions of the department with the moving andstoring of items as requested. This includes our grounds, trash andrecycling, structural and mechanical operations, custodial,etc.
• Comply with all safety procedures and work guidelinesencountered in the maintenance and operation of institutionalbuildings and built and natural environments. Communicate issues tomanagers or supervisors; actively participate in trainingactivities, seminars and safety meetings.
• The position is designated as “essential personnel” and isrequired to provide various duties and maintenance services 24hours per day, 7 days per week as required during institutionalclosures, and duties related to emergencies, scheduled andunscheduled events.

QUALIFICATIONS: High school diploma or GED, validPennsylvania driver’s license, up to one year of relatedexperience, or a combination of education and experience sufficientto perform the requirements of this position. Knowledge andexperience regarding delivery processes/procedures, event set-ups,and inventory tracking/upkeep. Ability to perform manual tasksrequiring above average physical strength. Must be able to workfrom ladders, scaffolds, etc., in ditches, freight elevators orother confining spaces, shovel snow and operate snow removalequipment. Possess the ability to work independently, under thedirection of others, follow oral and written instructions, and workwith other staff members as part of a team to create and maintain apositive, productive, safe and efficient work environment.Satisfactory background checks will be required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionallyand/or up to 50 pound frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forceconstantly to move objects
• Required to remain standing or sitting for long periods oftime
• Regulary required to maintain balance while walking, standing,crouching, or running
• Routinely required to reach up and out with hands and arms
• Regularly required to talk and hear; verbally expressinformation or instructions
• Regularly required to use hands to grasp objects, type, pick-upobjects, move objects, or hold objects
• Routinely required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl
• Regularly required to climb stairs and/or ladders
• Ocassionally required to lift 50 pounds or more and carry adistanceof 10 feet or more
• Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less) and adjustablefocus
• Depth perception and the ability to judge distances and spatialrelationships
• Additional phyiscal demands listed

TO APPLY: Qualified candidates should attach their coverletter, resume, and contact information for three professionalreferences to the online application by clicking “Apply Now”.Please attach documents as a PDF file.

Moravian University will not sponsor applicants for a U.S. workvisa for this position.

Moravian University’s mission is to prepare individuals forreflective lives and leadership in a world of change. In support ofthis mission, we are dedicated to fostering an educational andprofessional environment that is enriched by individuals of variedbackgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

As part of Moravian University’s institutional values, allemployees contribute to upholding our Community Standards and Expectations , whichemphasize respectful engagement, accountability, inclusion, andlifelong learning.

Moravian University is an equal opportunity employer and does nottolerate discrimination, harassment or retaliation against anyapplicant for employment or admission on the basis of acharacteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Pleasesee Moravian University’s Equal Opportunity and Title IX nondiscrimination statement for additionalinformation.

Please visit moravian.edu/benefits to review benefits offered atMoravian University*

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristicsdescribed here are representative of those encountered whileperforming the essential functions of this job.

The individual is routinely exposed to indoor conditions, minimumoutdoor weather and temperature extremes, and moderate noiselevel.

We welcome applicants of all abilities and are dedicated tofostering an inclusive work environment. If you need anyaccommodations during the hiring process or in your role, weencourage you to reach out to Human Resources at [e-mail] or610.861.1527. View the standard physical demands for positions at MoravianUniversity.

The specific statements shown in each section of this descriptionare not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typicalelements and criteria necessary to successfully perform thejob.

*Please visit this link to review the benefit eligibility statusassociated with this position.

Moravian University offers students a private education they willnot find anywhere else: personal attention and preparation for lifewith a record of success longer than our nation's history. Locatedin Bethlehem, Pennsylvania and offering undergraduate and graduatedegrees that blend liberal arts with professional programs,Moravian University has been preparing students for reflectivelives, fulfilling careers, and transformative leadership in a worldof change since 1742. Moravian University is a member of The NewAmerican Colleges and Universities (NAC&U), a nationalconsortium of selective, small to mid-size independent colleges anduniversities dedicated to the purposeful integration of liberaleducation, professional studies, and civic engagement. Visitmoravian.edu to learn more about how the Moravian University focuson education for all prepares its students for life-longsuccess.
Moravian University is an equal opportunity employer valuingdiversity and encouraging individuals from under-representedpopulations to apply.