Part Time Maintenance Worker

The Pennsylvania State University; State College (Centre County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a part-time Maintenance Worker at the Fullers Overlook site, requiring various maintenance tasks such as grass and garden maintenance, woodwork, plumbing, and electrical duties. Candidates should have a high school diploma and prior maintenance experience, with a variable schedule of 20 hours per week. The hourly compensation set at $30 represents competitive pay for the role in this area.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Previous experience in building and/or grounds maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Move and relocate furniture and maintenance materials.
• Perform routine electrical, plumbing, and carpentry repairs.
• Fertilize, mow, and maintain lawns as needed.

Skills

Maintenance

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical work

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Power tools

Job description

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• If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location.For additional information on remote work at Penn State, seeNotice to Out of State Applicants.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The Penn State Fullers Overlook is seeking applicants for the part-time job of Maintenance Worker. Penn State Fullers Overlook is located 16 miles northwest of Scranton near Waverly, PA.

Job duties to include:

• Move and/or relocate furniture, equipment, supplies and construction materials. Unload incoming materials and move to storage locations
• Fertilize, mow and seed lawns as required; rake and remove leaves, paper and other debris from lawns, sidewalks, parking lots and roadways
• Glue or reglue floor tile, ceiling tile, carpet, vinyl or carpet wall covering and cove base. Cut and fit carpet for loose installation
• Operate hand portable power tools such as drills, sanders, circular saws, saber saws, router, power screwdriver, etc.
• Plow, 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
• Perform routine electrical maintenance to light fixtures (ballasts and starters), emergency lights, switches, outlets, etc.; relamp areas as required; replace plugs on lamps, etc.
• Perform minor carpentry work such as installing locks and lock cores, door closers, hinges, screens, etc. Repair minor damage to wallboard and drywall
• Perform routine plumbing repairs such as changing faucet and shower washers and unclogging drains and toilets; replace vacuum breakers and spud gaskets on flushometers
• Perform preventative maintenance on kitchen and food-service equipment such as replacing seals and filters, cleaning vents and water lines, and greasing pump motors
• Sand and clean surfaces and apply primers, finishes, and adhesives such as sealers, lacquers, paint, and contact cement using a brush or roller
• Operate various types of scrubbing, buffing, and shampooing equipment such as scrubbing machines, 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

Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:

• High school diploma
• Previous experience in building and/or grounds maintenance

Schedule:

• Variable schedule Monday through Friday
• 20 hours per week

Compensation:

The starting rate for this job is $30/hour.

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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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.

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