Service Worker

UM04 University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES); United States; On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is seeking a Service Worker to perform a variety of manual labor tasks on an hourly basis. The role includes linen services, janitorial duties, grounds maintenance, and mail handling across campus facilities.

Responsibilities include cleaning areas, mowing, landscaping, moving furniture, laundry sorting, and operating tools and equipment. Ability to work outdoors in various weather and lift heavy items is required.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and perform arithmetic calculations.
• Follow oral and written instructions.
• Operate assigned hand and power tools and equipment.
• Perform physical work including bending, stooping, reaching, carrying, and heavy lifting.

Responsibilities

• Cleans areas by washing furnishings, tile, fixtures, equipment, windows, blinds and floors.
• Collects and removes refuse and leaves.
• Removes snow and ice; spreads salt or sand.
• Mows lawns, trims hedges, plants, trees and shrubs.
• Assists with sorting, stocking, and delivery of mail, messages, and supplies.
• Moves office furniture and equipment to designated locations.
• Launders, sorts, and checks linens and clothing.
• Cleans, lubricates, and adjusts equipment per procedures.
• Operates hand and power tools to facilitate work.

Skills

Linen service

Janitorial

Maintenance

Groundskeeping

Mail handling

Delivery

Moving equipment

Tool operation

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.

• Cleans assigned areas by washing furnishings, tile, fixtures, equipment windows, blinds, shades and floors. Dusts and polishes specified areas and/or furnishings.
• Collects and removes refuse and leaves.
• Removes snow and ice from sidewalks, parking lots and entrances; spreads salt, sand, deicers, or gravel to prevent slipping.
• Mows lawns, trims hedges, trims, cultivates, weeds and prunes plants, flowers, trees and shrubs.
• Assists with the 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 according to established procedures.
• 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

Positions are filled as needed.

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.

Contractual Information

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 opportunity institution 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 retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.

Welcome

Welcome to the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) Employment Website! The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding faculty and staff to support the student-centered mission of our university. Founded in 1886, the University is a Historically Black, Land Grant University with over 30 degree programs housed on a campus of over 50 buildings on over 1,100 acres. With an atmosphere of collegiality and a commitment to go from Excellence to Eminence, UMES is not only a great place to work, but it is a place to express your passion for educating students, develop your personal career goals, and to make a difference in the community, the state, and the world beyond. Located on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, the university is a beautiful place to work and call home. Thank you for your interest in employment with our University. Hawk Pride, Catch It! Learn more

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.

Human Resources

Our Human Resources office is committed to supporting the mission of University of Maryland Eastern Shore by recruiting, developing, and retaining talented employees.

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