Maintenance Worker Utility

Penn State University; Benner Township (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Job summary

Penn State is seeking a facilities/maintenance worker to operate scrubbing, polishing and cleaning equipment and perform floor care across campus. The role includes moving furniture, removing debris, cleaning windows, and assisting event setups at various campus locations.

Shifts include 1st, 2nd, and 3rd with daytime and evening hours. Qualifications emphasize basic math, following instructions, and using simple gauges and reading instruments; up to 3 months of experience is acceptable.

Qualifications

• Requires basic arithmetic (adding, subtracting) and ability to follow instructions.
• Up to 3 months of effective experience accepted.

Responsibilities

• Operate cleaning and maintenance equipment (scrubbing machines, vacuum, wet-dry pick-up, hand tools) as required.
• Sweep, scrub, strip, seal, wax, and shampoo floors, floor coverings and furniture.
• Remove and replace incandescent bulbs, fluorescent tubes, shades, blinds, window screens and fixtures.
• Remove debris and waste from buildings; move furniture and equipment as needed.
• Wash windows, walls, ceilings, light fixtures, and screens; assist in setting up event spaces.
• Operate a vehicle to transport materials and personnel between sites.
• Maintain tools and work area; report unusual conditions to supervisor.
• Shovel snow and apply sand or anti-skid materials as required.

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

• Operate various types of scrubbing, buffing, and shampooing equipment such as scrubbing machine, vacuum, wet-dry pick-up machine, etc., and hand tools, as required
• Sweep, scrub, strip, seal, wax, and shampoo various types of floors and floor coverings and furniture
• Remove, replace incandescent bulbs, fluorescent tubes and starters, shades, and covers(all from permanent fixtures), venetian and roller blinds, window screens, wall hangings, etc.
• Remove accumulated waste and debris from buildings, as required
• Remove, move, and/or relocate furniture, equipment, supplies and construction materials, unload incoming materials and move to storage locations
• Wash windows, wall sections, floor to ceiling, ceilings, venetian and roller blinds, light fixtures, window screens, etc.
• Assist in set-up and clean-up of chairs, tables, stages, platforms, bleachers, lecterns, etc , at various campus locations for banquets, plays, and other scheduled events
• Remove debris from walks and driveways; rake and remove leaves; pick up paper and other debris
• Operate motor vehicle to transport materials, equipment and personnel between building work sites
• Maintain tools, equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition; report unusual conditions to supervisor
• Shovel snow and chop ice; spread cinders, sand and other anti-skid materials on walks and driveways using small power and/or hand tools, as required

Job Requirements: Requires the use of simple writing, adding, subtracting, whole numbers and the carrying out of instructions; and the use of fixed gauges and direct reading instruments and devices in which interpretation is not required. Up to 3 months of effective experience.

Shift could be:

1st shift, Monday-Friday 5:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

2nd shift, Monday-Friday 4:30 p.m. - 1:00 a.m.

3rd shift, Sunday-Thursday 8:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.

3rd shift, Sunday-Friday 10:00 p.m. - 6:30 a.m.

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT

These positions are part of the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 8. More information can be found here: Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

For details on starting pay rate and progression, please see the above collective bargaining agreement.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing equity, respect, and belonging. We embrace individual uniqueness, as well as a culture of belonging that supports equity initiatives, leverages the educational and institutional benefits of inclusion in society, and provides opportunities for engagement intended to help all members of the community thrive. We value belonging as a core strength and an essential element of the university's teaching, research, and service mission.

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