Special Events Worker II

Georgetown University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown University in Washington, DC seeks a full-time facilities worker to support academic, social, and cultural events. You will perform cleaning, deliveries, moving furniture, and set-ups/break-downs of equipment, with duties including occasional carpentry, painting, snow removal, and floor care as needed.

This is designated Emergency Employee and requires reporting to work regardless of weather. Work may involve outdoor spaces and indoor areas across seasons; you must lift up to 50

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Prefer one year of custodial work experience and event set up.
• Driver’s license from Maryland, DC, or Virginia; must conform to Driving Policy.
• Able to read product label instructions and University policies.
• Teamwork and the ability to work independently.
• Emergency position requiring reporting to work during inclement weather.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and push/pull equipment up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform cleaning, deliveries, moving furniture, and set-ups of equipment.
• Break downs of equipment such as tables, chairs, podiums, stages and coat racks.
• Occasional carpentry, painting, snow and ice removal, and related custodial tasks.
• Ensure work complies with safety regulations and wear uniform with university ID.

Skills

Reading labels

Teamwork

Independent work

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation’s capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.

Requirements

Position: # P137057

• Full-time: 40 hours
• Pay: $18.87
• Location: 37th & O Street NW Washington, DC 20057

Job Overview

Working in accordance with a detailed plan to support academic, social, and cultural events, the incumbent performs general and specific cleaning, deliveries, moving furniture, set ups and break downs of equipment, such as tables, chairs, podiums, stages and coat racks. In emergency or unusual situations, the incumbent performs other tasks as assigned including but not limited to minor carpentry work, painting, moving, custodial responsibilities of floor care, classroom cleaning, restroom cleaning, snow and ice removal and clean up associated with water or fire damages. Incumbent ensures that work complies with all applicable rules and regulations. Uses and disposes of materials in accordance with applicable environmental safety and control regulations. Keeps abreast of changes and new developments in applicable codes and regulations. The incumbent must dress in proper uniform and carry valid University identification at all times. The position is designated, “Emergency Employee” by the University’s definition. Emergency employees must report to work regardless of weather conditions.

Work Interactions

• The incumbent will interact mainly with fellow special event workers but may interact occasionally with the event’s coordinator and the Office of Student Activity Facilities staff.
• The incumbent must work cooperatively with all of these individuals so that the work can be completed timely and efficiently and that events can go smoothly.

Requirements and Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency.
• Prefer one year of custodial work experience and event set up.
• Driver’s license from Maryland, District of Columbia, or Virginia is required. Must be qualified to conform to the University Driving Policy.
• Must be able to read and understand product label instructions and to read and understand University policies and procedures.
• Must be able to work well as part of a team and independently.
• Must be capable of relating custodial and maintenance problems clearly to supervisor and/or the Work Management Center.
• This position is considered an emergency position that requires that incumbent report to work during inclement weather at the regularly scheduled time regardless of whether the University is closed, opening late or closing early.
• Must be able to be flexible to accommodate emergency situations such as staffing shortages and snow removal.
• Must be able to lift up to fifty pounds, push and/or pull equipment up to 100 pounds on a rolling dolly.
• Must be able to use arms and hands to lift and carry up to thirty-five pounds and tools of the trade.
• Must be able to walk, climb stairs and ladders, bend and crouch, to reach and pull and to work on equipment.
• Must be able to see, hear, smell and have a fundamental understanding of chemicals.
• Work is performed inside a building and in outside spaces during all seasons and in all types of weather.
• Employee may be exposed to potentially dangerous and/or hazardous conditions and is required to know and use appropriate and acceptable safety measures.
• Assigned hours will be dependent upon the needs of the University.

Work Mode Designation

This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed in order to meet the evolving needs of the University. Such review may necessate a change to a position’s mode of work designation. Complete details about Georgetown University’s mode of work designations for staff positions can be found on the Department of Human Resources website: https://hr.georgetown.edu/mode-of-work-designation.

EEO Statement:

GU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply, and will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship, color, disability, family responsibilities, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, matriculation, national origin, race, religion, personal appearance, political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Benefits:

Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.