On-site Facilities Laborer: Moving, Setup & Minor Repairs

California State University, Chico; California; Hybrid; USD 39,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

San José State University is seeking a Laborer in the Facilities Operations group, located in San José. The role involves semi-skilled facilities tasks, moving furniture, performing small repairs, and maintaining cleanliness across residence and admin areas.

Requires ability to lift heavy items, operate safety equipment, and complete required trainings. Responsibilities include servicing equipment, assisting with relocations during turnover, and adhering to safety and reporting protocols.

Qualifications

• Must participate in OSHA required physicals and examinations.
• Must perform regular strenuous manual labor and safely move items >50 lbs.
• OSHA required background checks including criminal records may be required.
• Forklift training certification and defensive driver training are required.

Responsibilities

• Performs general non-maintenance and repair work; may perform repairs independently.
• Operates and maintains vacuum cleaners and other equipment.
• Responds to daily service calls as assigned by supervision.
• Delivers and moves residential furniture for custodial staff during turnover periods.
• Sets up and breaks down furniture for events and staff areas.
• Maintains tools and materials in safe condition and ready for use.
• Ensures area cleanliness and reports damages and maintenance needs.

Skills

Read & write

Operate motorized equipment

Heavy lifting

Defensive Driver Training

Forklift training

Fingerprinting background check

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Pallet jack

Forklift

Hand trucks

Job description

San José State University is seeking a Laborer in the Facilities Operations group, located in San José. The role involves semi-skilled facilities tasks, moving furniture, performing small repairs, and maintaining cleanliness across residence and admin areas.

Requires ability to lift heavy items, operate safety equipment, and complete required trainings. Responsibilities include servicing equipment, assisting with relocations during turnover, and adhering to safety and reporting protocols.