Relocation - Lead Worker

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University is seeking a Relocation - Lead Worker in Tallahassee for the FSU Facilities Services department. The role involves preparing event spaces, moving and organizing furnishings, and maintaining relocation vehicles.

The position requires lifting up to 50 pounds, operating relocation vehicles, and providing customer service across university departments. A ninth-grade completion and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Completion of ninth grade is required.
• Valid Florida or Georgia driver's license or ability to obtain one upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and breaks down folding chairs, tables, risers, podiums, furnishings, equipment and other materials for events across the University.
• Uses basic hand tools for disassembly/reassembly of general office furniture.
• Performs light to heavy lifting of equipment and furnishings for in‑office or small office moves within buildings.
• Relocates property with assistance or with equipment such as flatbed dollies or hand trucks, up to 50 pounds independently.
• Maintains and inspects relocation vehicle fleet; safely operates vehicles and reports needed repairs or accidents.
• Picks up and delivers surplus property to and from the FSU Surplus warehouse and operates relocation vehicles as needed.
• Distributes work on daily projects, maintains balance, defines priorities, and ensures safety and security of the team.
• Performs off loading, stacking, or organizing supplies within warehouse or storage space; supports Relocation Team as needed.
• Maintains carpeted and hardwood flooring through cleaning; dusts and cleans surfaces; cleans water coolers and restrooms.

Education

Completion of ninth grade

Job description

• Job Title: Relocation - Lead Worker
• Location: Tallahassee, FL
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Full/Part Time: Full-Time
• Job ID: 63137

Department

FSU Facilities Services

Responsibilities

Sets-up and breaks-down folding chairs, tables, risers, podiums, furnishings, equipment, and/or other materials in support of educational events across the University. Utilizes basic hand tools for disassembly/reassembly of general office furniture. Performs light to heavy lifting of equipment, furnishings and materials for in-office or small office moves within buildings. Relocation of property may be accomplished with the assistance of other personnel or with the use of equipment such as flatbed dollies or hand trucks. May be responsible for lifting objects up to a minimum of 50 pounds independently.

Maintains overall relocation vehicle fleet. Safely operates relocation vehicles, inspects vehicles, and reports any needed repairs, service, or accidents to higher level supervisor immediately. Physically pickups and delivers surplus property to and from the FSU Surplus warehouse and operates relocation vehicles as needed (box truck, pickup truck, trailer, van, forklift, golf cart, pallet jack etc.). As needed, assist with moving of large items within Surplus warehouses.

Provides customer service support to departments. Responsible for distributing work on daily assigned projects, maintains a balanced workload, and defines work priorities, ensures the safety and security of the work team. Ensures pickups/deliveries are consistently performed in an efficient and timely manner, coordinating, and communicating adequately with university departments.

Performs off loading, stacking, or organizing supplies and/or equipment within warehouse or storage space. Provides support on an as needed basis to the Relocation Team, delivering supplies and equipment to buildings.

Maintains carpeted and hardwood flooring as needed through vacuuming, mopping or other applicable methods. Dusts and/or cleans horizontal and vertical surfaces. Cleans and sanitizes water coolers and public restrooms, restocking supplies when needed.

Qualifications

Completion of ninth grade.

A valid Florida or Georgia driver's license or the ability to obtain one upon hire.

University Information

One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there’s the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow’s news!
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Considerations

This is an USPS (University Support Personnel System) position.

This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check.

Eligible for lead worker pay additive.

Equal Employment Opportunity

FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.