Facilities Laborer: Heavy Lifting, Cleaning & Setup

San José State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 41,816 - 43,501; Full time

Job summary

San José State University is seeking a Laborer to support Custodial and Moving Services on campus in San José. The role involves moving heavy objects, assisting in event setup, cleaning, waste removal, and basic maintenance responsibilities.

The position requires following safety guidelines, operating various equipment, and maintaining records. A valid California driver’s license and two years of related experience are preferred. This is a full-time, on-site role with competitive shifts.

Qualifications

• Read and write at a level appropriate for the duties of the position and follow verbal and written instructions to ensure safety.
• Participate in all OSHA required physicals and examinations.
• Perform regular strenuous manual labor.
• Safely move heavy items in excess of 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Move heavy objects such as furniture, equipment, materials, and supplies.
• Assist in campus event set-up; load and unload furniture, equipment, supplies, and materials.
• Clean assigned areas, including removing construction debris; cleaning gutters, culverts, and other drainage structures.
• Use computers for communicating, coordinating, documenting work details, and recording time log.
• Power wash assigned areas; clean roadsides, streets, and related areas; clean applicable equipment; and assist in other cleaning projects.
• Remove and haul waste and recyclables from areas of central aggregation, special events, and special clean-up sites.
• Operate radio for communication of urgent needs, critical information and status updates; use protective equipment as required for personal safety.
• Maintain inventory and records, order parts and supplies.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Equipment operation

Safety instructions

Record-keeping

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Moving Professional Certification

Job description

San José State University is seeking a Laborer to support Custodial and Moving Services on campus in San José. The role involves moving heavy objects, assisting in event setup, cleaning, waste removal, and basic maintenance responsibilities.

The position requires following safety guidelines, operating various equipment, and maintaining records. A valid California driver’s license and two years of related experience are preferred. This is a full-time, on-site role with competitive shifts.