Laborer

State of Louisiana; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Louisiana is seeking candidates for basic maintenance tasks in Baton Rouge. Duties include replacing ceiling tiles, changing light bulbs, and assisting with outdoor work like trash removal and light landscaping. This position requires no prior experience and operates on a probationary appointment basis. Candidates must conform to safety procedures and assist maintenance staff as needed. The anticipated salary will match education and work experience. A criminal background check is required.

Qualifications

• No experience or training is required.
• Must follow safety procedures and use proper PPE.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic maintenance tasks such as replacing ceiling tiles and changing light bulbs.
• Assist with outdoor work including trash removal and light landscaping.
• Move furniture and equipment; assist with event setups.

Job description

No experience or training is required.

Job Duties

• Performs basic maintenance tasks such as replacing ceiling tiles, changing light bulbs, cleaning mechanical spaces, assisting with minor repairs, clearing debris, and supporting routine building upkeep.
• Assists with outdoor work including trash removal, light landscaping, pressure washing, walkway cleaning, and maintaining exterior campus areas.
• Moves furniture, equipment, and materials; assists with event setups; delivers supplies across departments; and supports work requiring physical labor.
• Follows safety procedures, uses proper PPE, reports hazards, and maintains clean, safe work areas.
• Other Duties as Assigned.
• Provides additional labor support to maintenance staff as needed to ensure smooth and efficient operations.

Position Specific Details

• Appointment Type: Probationary appointment with a one-year agency probationary period. Successful completion of this period is required before obtaining permanent status.
• Compensation: Anticipated starting salary will be commensurate with education and work experience. For more information about Baton Rouge Community College (BRCC), visit http://www.mybrcc.edu/.
• This organization participates in the E-Verify program. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS at [phone].
• A criminal background check will be required of all selected applicants. An offer of employment is contingent upon passing a pre-employment background check.
• Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability: As an executive branch state agency, the Baton Rouge Community College is required by La. R.S. 46:2597 to establish annual strategies and goals related to the employment of individuals with disabilities. In order to effectively measure and report our progress to this end, La. R.S. 46:2597 requires us to ask employees if they have a disability or have ever had a disability. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we ask all our employees to update their information at least every five (5) years. Identifying yourself as an individual with a disability is voluntary, and we hope that you will choose to do so (if applicable). Your answer will be maintained confidentially. Completing the form will not negatively impact you in any way. For more information about this form or the Americans with Disabilities Act, visit the Office of the State Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Coordinator’s website at https://www.doa.la.gov/doa/office-of-state-ada-coordinator/.

Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.