Laborer

Montana State University; Bozeman (MT); Presencial; USD 28.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical / Dental / Vision

Retirement

Tuition waiver

Annual and sick leave

Holiday pay

Descripción de la vacante

Montana State University is seeking a Laborer to support Facilities Services in maintaining and repairing campus buildings, grounds, and infrastructure. The role involves assisting trades, operating a range of equipment, and performing site preparation and cleanup tasks to support renovation and maintenance projects.

The position requires high school graduation and experience with general construction labor, heavy equipment operation, and hand tools.

Formación

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Progressively responsible experience in general construction laborer work including facility maintenance and equipment operation.
• Experience operating heavy equipment and using power tools.
• Experience using general construction tools including masonry tools, ladders, scaffolds, and chainsaws.
• Experience providing high level of customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Responsabilidades

• Perform support work and assist other trades including site prep, delivery of supplies, and site cleanup.
• Perform and assist with skilled technical work (e.g. masonry, asbestos abatement, mold remediation, demolition, concrete).
• Operate equipment including bucket trucks, forklifts, loaders, and snow removal equipment.
• Inspect, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on roof membranes and drainage systems.
• Support campus activities and events as needed.

Conocimientos

Heavy equipment operation

General construction labor

Customer service

Tool usage

Driver's license

Educación

High school diploma

Herramientas

Masonry tools

Power tools

General construction equipment

Descripción del empleo

This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.

Position Information

Announcement Number

Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 27078

For questions regarding this position, please contact:

Facilities Services is charged with the maintenance and operations of all university buildings, grounds, and infrastructure systems. Facilities comprised of the four service management areas of Environmental Services, Campus Maintenance, Engineering and Utilities, and General Operations, as well as the Business Management and Administrative areas necessary to support the Facilities operation. The Campus Maintenance section of Facilities Services is responsible for operations, maintenance, repair, renovation, and construction of buildings, grounds, equipment, and utilities for all university departments.
Under general supervision of the Campus Maintenance Manager, the Laborer provides services to the University by performing, assisting and supporting the maintenance and care of buildings, grounds, equipment, and utilities.

Position Number

Position Number 4N1332 | 4N0762 | 4N1350

Department

Department Facility Services

Division

Division University Services

Appointment Type

Appointment Type Classified

Contract Term

Contract Term Fiscal Year

Semester

If other, specify From date

If other, specify End date

FLSA

FLSA Non-Exempt

Union Affiliation

Union Affiliation Teamsters

FTE

FTE 1.0

Benefits Eligible

Salary $24.25 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications

Contract Type

Contract Type Classified Hourly

If other, please specify

Recruitment Type

Recruitment Type Open

Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform support work and provide assistance to other trades (plumbers, electricians, painters, carpenters, etc.) including site preparation, delivery of supplies, materials and equipment, and site cleanup.
• Perform and assist with a variety of skilled technical work (e.g. masonry, asbestos abatement and mold remediation, demolition, concrete, construction site preparation, etc.).
• Operate a variety of equipment including manual, power, and heavy equipment (e.g. bucket truck, forklift, Grad-All, loaders, dump truck, roll-off trucks, snow removal equipment, pressure washers, chainsaws, etc.) to perform campus operational, renovation, construction, and maintenance work.
• Operates vehicles and specialized equipment, such as trucks, GradAll, forklift, snow removal equipment, Roll off trucks, loaders, backhoes, and mowers in support of renovation, construction, repair, and maintenance of campus buildings, streets, and grounds.
• Inspect, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on roof membranes and roof drainage systems to prevent damage from water and weather exposure.
• Institute necessary steps to confine hazards and/or protect building occupants when suspected hazardous materials are encountered on any maintenance, alteration, repair or renovation job in progress including abating small areas of asbestos or mold containing materials using established removal policies and procedures.
• Perform and assist with snow removal operations, waste management operations (landfill, recycling, e-waste), stormwater compliance operations.
• Support large campus activities like sports, concerts, and other significant University events.

Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• High school graduation or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Progressively responsible experience in general construction laborer experience that includes facility maintenance and construction equipment operation, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.
• Demonstrated experience operating heavy equipment such as forklifts, trucks, bucket trucks, etc. and using power tools.
• Demonstrated experience using general construction equipment and hand tools including masonry tools, ladders, scaffolds, chainsaws, etc.
• Demonstrated experience providing a high level of customer service in a fast-paced environment, continuously displaying a positive, professional and helpful manner.

Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

• Possess a valid asbestos/mold removal certification. If a successful candidate does not currently possess an asbestos/mold certification, it must be obtained within one year of hire.
• Successful experience with the maintenance and repair of single ply roofing systems.
• Working knowledge of OSHA laws and regulations, and asbestos and mold abatement methods and procedures.
• Experience operating snow removal machinery.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (Class B, Type II).

The Successful Candidate Will

• Consistently exercise initiative and good judgment.
• Effectively and safely operate work-related equipment and tools.
• Work proficiently in the use of a computerized maintenance management system, e-mail, and other computer applications as assigned or required.
• Accurately follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers, supervisors and clients both in person and over the phone.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers and the public.
• Be a successful team player.
• Will establish and maintain effective working relations with co-workers and the public in a team-oriented environment.
• Have demonstrated competence accurately following instructions, procedures, and regulations; and represent the department and MSU to others in a professional and courteous manner.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information

• Must possess a valid driver’s license, an acceptable driving record, and meet all State of Montana requirements to operate State/University vehicles. (If successful candidate possesses a valid out-of-state driver’s license, must obtain a valid Montana driver’s license within 60 days of hire.)
• Must possess a valid asbestos/mold removal certification within one year of hire.
• The final candidate selected for this position will be required to successfully pass a background check.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Our benefits package includes:

• Medical / Dental / Vision
• Retirement
• Tuition waiver
• Annual and sick leave
• Holiday pay

Physical Demands

• This position requires the ability to: position self to work in and move objects from low positions, in tight spaces, along scaffolds, stairs, roofs, and ladders; and to traverse long distances.
• Position requires the transport of heavy materials and equipment.
• Work areas include roofs, poles, manholes, overhead hatches and other difficult access locations.
• Working conditions include but are not limited to exposure to temperature extremes and inclement weather; working in/around fumes, dust, noise, and research-related activities; and working around equipment, machinery, and site conditions typical of a construction environment.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

This position has supervisory duties?

This position has supervisory duties? No

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 3

Desired Start Date

Desired Start Date Upon completion of a successful search.

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Special Instructions

This position is not eligible for new sponsorship.

EEO Statement

Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference, please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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