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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Penn State is searching for a full time Maintenance Worker, Labor and Equipment - Grade 7 to join the team. Duties include:

• Perform duties of central labor crew in performing a variety of labor work for any University department

• Move furniture, machines, equipment, and construction material; unload trucks of incoming material and move to storage locations

• Assist tradesperson in the removal of transformers, heat exchangers, research material, etc.; handle materials for repair, construction, and alteration of buildings and/or grounds

• Perform rigging and handling of material and equipment being moved and/or removed by crane at various job sites or University locations; escort cranes through traffic by directing traffic and securing area

• Deliver lab and research equipment and materials to various University locations as directed

• Perform patch repairs to concrete walks, road, driveways, parking areas, etc.; operate pavement breaker, air compressor, tamper, and spreader box

• Remove old floors and walls in building alterations

• Clean and remove debris from various job sites

• Drive truck as required; perform routine maintenance such as checking oil, gas, tires, water, batteries, etc.

• Operate forklift, skidloader, dump truck, front-end loader, and snowplow

• Assemble and dismantle bleachers at various locations; assemble tables, platforms, etc., for banquets, concerts, etc.

• Deliver, assemble, erect, secure, disassemble, and remove scaffolding to and from various campus locations as required

• Dig holes, trenches, ditches; erect barricades and safety fences at job sites; rake and shovel soil for landscaping

• Test water softeners for hardness; refill with salt; order salt when necessary

Job Requirements: Requires the use of simple writing, adding, subtracting, whole numbers and the carrying out of instructions; and the use of fixed gauges and direct reading instruments and devices in which interpretation is not required. Requires Pennsylvania Commercial Driver`s License (CDL) Class B, with the ability to drive airbrake equipped vehicles. Over 6 months up to and including 9 months of effective experience.

Work Schedule: 6:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Days Off: Friday, Saturday, Sunday

QUALIFICATIONS

MINIMUM WORK EXPERIENCE

6 to 9 months of effective experience

Pennsylvania Commercial Driver's License Class B without Restriction L - Pennsylvania Department of Transportation

BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. This position requires that you operate a motor vehicle as a part of your job duties. A valid driver’s license and successful completion of a motor vehicle records check will be required in addition to standard background checks. This position is subject to federal Department of Transportation testing for alcohol and controlled substances (49 CFR PART 40), and physical examination requirements as per PA. CODE 231.85.

Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT

This position is part of the bargaining unit represented by Teamsters Local Union No. 8. More information can be found here: Collective Bargaining Agreement.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

For details on starting pay rate and progression, please see the above collective bargaining agreement.

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page .

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