Student - Facilities Student Worker

Ursinus College•Collegeville, PA

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About The Position

We have a great team and need an additional member to contribute to our busy environment. We want someone who is reliable, takes pride in their work, and wants to make a noticeable impact. Our team is committed to a safe, functional, and clean community experience.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED required
1 – 2 years’ facilities or groundskeeping experience
Knowledge and use of specialized grounds equipment and power tools
Must possess excellent customer service skills and have an overall concern of the general welfare of the college and community
Must be a reliable worker who is able to perform routine tasks without supervision and establish work priorities
Must obey all safety requirement and procedures in operation of all power equipment and hand tools; wears protective safety glasses, shoes, respirators, clothing, and other safety equipment as required
Must be able to lift 25 pounds
Ability to work well in a team environment and communicate with a diverse community
Works successfully with diverse others and upholds the College’s commitment to equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, to help the organization, realize its commitment to excellence through diversity.

Responsibilities

Complete maintenance work orders & assignments in a timely manner.
Perform basic service and repair on plumbing fixtures, open clogged lines and drains.
Assist with carpentry and repair work.
Operate a variety of machinery, equipment and tools including saws, router, drills, sanders, planers, drill presses and various hand tools.
Always obey all safety requirements and procedures.
Secure the work area and post proper safety notices for other users of the space prior to beginning work.
Give the grounds a manicured look, including: Mow the lawns, prune the bushes and trees, weed flower beds and around shrubbery, edge the walkways
Remove leaves from beds, remove branches, brush, or tree stumps as appropriate
Plant grass, flowers, trees, and shrubs
Take on special landscaping or planting projects as deemed necessary by the operations or grounds supervisor
Collaborate with maintenance team to make sure the grounds and the buildings are always properly cared for
Hauls, moves, and stores furniture, equipment, and supplies; cleans storage areas as needed.
Requires the use of specialized power equipment
Special events support as needed