Building Services Assistant, Distribution Services (Space Planning & Operations)

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Posted Job Title

Building Services Assistant, Distribution Services (Space Planning & Operations)

Job Profile Title

Services Assistant C

Job Description Summary

The Building Services Assistant ("BSA") performs a wide variety of tasks providing support services to the research, academic, and clinical missions of the Perelman School of Medicine. In general, a BSA will work under the direction of a specific Supervisor performing a specific support service function; however, in order to provide proper service coverage when work assignment or attendance problems occur, BSAs may be required to work in any of the service functions as detailed under specific duties. BSAs must be available for frequent overtime, often on short notice. This job requires walking, standing, use of standard tools, lifting, and moving of often-delicate equipment between 100-500 pounds. The job requires the ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted. Must be physically able to perform all functions of this position. This position is considered "essential."

Job Description

Education / Experience: High School diploma and 1 to 2 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required; at least two years’ experience in related work environment preferred.

Job Knowledge / Personal Skills: Ability to frequently lift and move heavy objects weighing 25-50 pounds or more; physically able to move about actively; must not be bothered by unpleasant odors; mechanical aptitude (may use tools requiring high dexterity as required in performance of job duties); must be customer service and team oriented and be able to interface and communicate with people at various organizational levels; ability to read, write, perform basic arithmetic, and follow verbal and written instructions; highly organized in work assignment and performance. Overtime is a frequent requirement of this position - must be able to work overtime on short notice. Must be physically able to perform all functions of this position.

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