General Laborer

Virginia's Community College System; Virginia; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Virginia's Community College System seeks a General Laborer for a temporary part-time position to assist with moving furniture and equipment during a renovation project. This role involves performing various tasks including heavy lifting, painting, and carpentry, ensuring a safe work environment. Ideal candidates will demonstrate the ability to follow instructions and work well with others.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in moving furniture and equipment for renovation.
• Perform painting, carpentry, and other general construction tasks.
• Work closely with supervisor to pack and move supplies.

Skills

Ability to perform heavy manual labor

Ability to remain aware of surroundings

Ability to stand for long periods

Ability to lift 50 pounds

Ability to read and follow instructions

Use of hand tools

Job description

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Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title General Laborer Role Title Trades Technician I Role Code 79031-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 01 Position Number 296W0745 Agency Virginia Highlands Community College Division Virginia Highlands Community College (Div) Work Location Washington - 191 Hiring Range Hourly rate is $16.00 Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category H-Service/Maintenance Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- No Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? No Work Schedule

This position is a temporary hourly/wage position for 29 hours a week during the Summer 2025 to assist in moving furniture and equipment for a renovation project. Work may also include painting, carpentry, and other general construction trade work as assigned.

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Virginia Highlands Community College serves our community by providing quality and affordable education, training, and cultural activities through an array of flexible, diverse programs that enable community members to succeed today and in the future.

Work closely with supervisor to pack classroom/labs, move tools, totes, equipment, parts, supplies from existing facility to storage unit and then back into classrooms/labs at the conclusion of the renovation.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Ability to remain constantly aware and observant of surroundings to maintain safe work zones for workers and the public.
• Ability to stand for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Ability to read and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to use hand tools during the performance of work. Valid driver's license.
  
  

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check.

Additional Considerations

Works well with others and demonstrates the ability to listen carefully and follow instructions effectively.

Must be 18 years or older

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

Not expected other than travel within service areas.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number WGE_2524P Recruitment Type General Public - G Number of Vacancies 5 Position End Date (if temporary) 08/08/2025 Job Open Date 05/14/2025 Job Close Date 05/28/2025 Open Until Filled Agency Website www.vhcc.edu Contact Name TIFFANY VANBUREN Email [e-mail] Phone Number 2767392425 Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter. To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155

Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/85075

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Optional Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Other Document
• Certificate
• Alternative Hiring Process Letter

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Construction

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