Maintenance Worker, Utility (Behrend)

Pennsylvania State University • Erie, PA

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About The Position

The Maintenance Worker, Utility position at Penn State Behrend involves performing various maintenance tasks to ensure the cleanliness and functionality of campus facilities. The role requires operating cleaning equipment, handling waste removal, and assisting with event setups, all while maintaining a safe and orderly work environment.

Requirements

• Requires the use of simple writing, adding, subtracting, and following instructions.
• Ability to use fixed gauges and direct reading instruments and devices without requiring interpretation.
• Up to and including 3 months of effective experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate various types of scrubbing, buffing, and shampooing equipment and hand tools as required.
• Sweep, scrub, strip, seal, wax, and shampoo various types of floors and floor coverings and furniture.
• Remove and replace incandescent bulbs, fluorescent tubes, shades, and covers from permanent fixtures.
• Remove accumulated waste and debris from buildings as required.
• Move and relocate furniture, equipment, supplies, and construction materials; unload incoming materials and move to storage locations.
• Wash windows, wall sections, ceilings, and light fixtures.
• Assist in the setup and cleanup of chairs, tables, stages, and other equipment for events.
• Remove debris from walks and driveways; rake and remove leaves and other debris.
• Operate a motor vehicle to transport materials, equipment, and personnel between building work sites.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work area in a clean and orderly condition; report unusual conditions to supervisor.
• Shovel snow and chop ice; spread cinders, sand, and other anti-skid materials on walks and driveways.

Benefits

• Diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives
• Commitment to sustainability
• Opportunities for professional development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed