Service Worker

umd; Maryland; On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) seeks a Service Worker (Hourly) under direct supervision to perform a range of manual labor tasks including linen service, stocking, janitorial, and groundskeeping. The position involves cleaning, snow removal, lawn care, mail handling, and moving furniture, with an emphasis on safety and the use of personal protective equipment.

Typical duties include sorting and delivering mail, operating tools, and maintaining equipment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to operate assigned hand and power tools and equipment.
• Ability to perform physical work requiring bending, stooping, reaching, carrying, and heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Cleans assigned areas by washing furnishings, tile, fixtures, equipment, windows, blinds, shades and floors.
• Collects and removes refuse and leaves.
• Removes snow and ice from sidewalks, parking lots and entrances; spreads salt, sand, deicers, or gravel.
• Mows lawns, trims hedges, cultivates, weeds and prunes plants, trees and shrubs.
• Assists with sorting, stocking and delivery of mail, messages, packages and supplies.
• Moves office furniture and equipment to designated locations.
• Launders, sorts, and checks linens and clothing.
• Cleans, lubricates, and adjusts equipment following procedures.
• Operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment.

Skills

Reading & writing

Arithmetic

Follow instructions

Tools operation

Physical stamina

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Description Summary

Service Worker ( Hourly )

Minimum Qualifications

Organization's Summary Statement:Under direct supervision, performs a variety of manual labor activities which may include linen service, stocking, janitorial, maintenance, groundskeeping, mail handling, delivery, messenger, moving and/or storage functions.

• 1. Cleans assigned areas by washing furnishings, tile, fixtures, equipment windows, blinds, shades and floors. Dusts and polishes specified areas and/or furnishings.
• 2. Collects and removes refuse and leaves.
• 3. Removes snow and ice from sidewalks, parking lots and entrances; spreads salt, sand, deicers, or gravel to prevent slipping.
• 4. Mows lawns, trims hedges, trims, cultivates, weeds and prunes plants, flowers, trees and shrubs.
• 5. Assists with the sorting, stocking and delivery of mail, messages, packages and supplies.
• 6. Moves office furniture and equipment to designated locations.
• 7. Launders, sorts, and checks linens and clothing.
• 8. Cleans, lubricates, and adjusts equipment according to established procedures.
• 9. Operates a variety of hand and power tools and equipment to facilitate assigned work.

Ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic calculations; to follow oral and written instructions; to operate assigned hand and power tools and equipment; to perform physical work requiring bending, stooping, reaching, carrying, and frequent heavy lifting; to work in adverse weather conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment.

Additional Job Description

Organization's Summary Statement: Positions are filled as needed.

Best Consideration Date: 01/15/2025

Posting Close Date: N/A

Open Until Filled: Yes

Physical Demands: May be required to perform physical work requiring bending, stooping, reaching, carrying, and frequent heavy lifting; to work in adverse weather conditions; to wear and work in personal protective equipment. Preferences: N/A Licenses/ Certifications: N/A

Department

UMES-VPAA-Human Resources

Worker Sub-Type

Staff Contractual (C1) (Fixed Term)

Salary Range

$18.22

EEO Statement

UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.

Diversity Statement

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunityinstitution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.

Title IX Statement

It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliationfor asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.