Laborer

 

 

Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Associate Director of Custodial and Moving Services, the incumbent works independently or as a team member to perform general, unskilled manual labor which includes moving heavy objects such as furniture, equipment, materials, and supplies; assists in campus event set-up; loads and unloads furniture, equipment, supplies, and materials; cleans assigned areas, including such activities as removing construction debris; cleans gutters, culverts, and other drainage structures; power washes assigned areas; cleans roadsides, streets, and related areas; cleans applicable equipment assists in other cleaning projects; removes and hauls waste and recyclables from areas of central aggregation, special events, and special clean-up sites; assists crafts and construction workers by performing unskilled tasks such as preparing work areas; performs rough repair work; tears down structures; patches pavement; and performs pick and shovel work; assists in grounds maintenance, including such activities as pruning, trimming and removing undergrowth and debris; and using a spade, hoe, or rake to prepare or clean assigned areas; operates and performs basic preventive maintenance on appropriate hand and powered equipment and tools, supplies, and materials. The position uses a motor vehicle and other moving equipment to transport and deliver items, including those that are heavy or large in size.

 

Key Responsibilities

• Moving heavy objects (furniture, equipment, materials)
• Assisting with campus event set-up
• Loading/unloading items and cleaning assigned areas (removing debris, power washing)
• Maintaining drainage structures and roadsides
• Removing waste and recyclables
• Supporting crafts and construction tasks (preparing work areas, rough repairs)
• Assisting with grounds maintenance (pruning, cleaning)
• Operating and maintaining hand and powered tools
• Operates utility cart, pick-up truck, scissor lift, forklift, and other equipment, as certified, to access, repair, and transport personnel, equipment and materials
• Responds promptly to, and assists with urgent needs in order to prevent injury, damage or further incident
• Attends and participates in departmental meetings, trainings and functions
• Maintains clean work areas, tools, equipment and associated structures

 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Ability to maintain records and retrieve data related to work performed using manual and computerized record-keeping systems, and to prepare standard reports
• Ability to analyze and respond appropriately to emergency situations
• Ability to use judgment and discretion in performing duties required to successfully complete work assignments
• Ability to take initiative and plan, organize, coordinate and perform assigned work in various situations where numerous and diverse demands are involved
• Ability to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with a diverse group of individuals
• Possession of a valid California Driver’s License is for the operation of any vehicle required for this position

 

Required Qualifications

• Ability to read and write at a level appropriate for the duties of the position and follow verbal and written instructions to ensure safety
• Must participate in all OSHA required physicals and examinations
• Perform regular strenuous manual labor; and safely move heavy items in excess of 50 lbs

 

License

A valid driver's license is required for this position. Out of state candidates selected for the position must obtain a State of California driver's license within 10 days of hire in accordance with the California Department of Motor Vehicles regulations.

Once hired the employee must successfully complete the Defensive Driver Training Program provided by the State of California for California State University campuses.

 

Preferred Qualifications

• Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent
• Moving Professional Certification or equivalent
• Two years of experience moving furniture, equipment, supplies or materials in a large commercial, educational, or warehouse setting
• Two years of experience utilizing equipment to clean buildings, roadsides or other hardscape surfaces in a large commercial or educational setting

 

Compensation

Classification: Laborer
Anticipated Hiring Range: $3,680/month - $4,142/month
CSU Salary Range: $3,680/month - $5,955/month

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