Laborer Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of full-time experience relevant to the role, including one year of sub-journeyman experience (such as apprentice or helper experience) in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or structural trades.
• Ability to work various shifts, work overtime, and be available for call-out work.
• Ability to identify and effectively use hand tools, including hammers, screwdrivers, and wrenches.
• Basic knowledge of electricity and mechanical principles.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work effectively with other employees and professionally manage interactions with challenging customers.
• Ability to work independently, perform clearly defined tasks with minimal direction, and determine when additional help is needed.
• Attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate, detailed reports and records.
• Ability to move and work in confined spaces, climb ladders, and work from ladders, scaffolding, and a bucket-truck platform.
• Ability to lift 40 pounds from ground to overhead and occasionally work outside during inclement conditions.
• Successful background check.
• Valid Pennsylvania driver's license.
• Annual motor vehicle records review.
• Fitness-for-duty assessment and pre-employment medical exam.
• Pre-employment drug and alcohol screen.
• Pennsylvania Child Protection Clearances (Act 153).
• Must be currently legally authorized to work for Carnegie Mellon University in the United States; the university will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa.
• Must be a member of, or agree to join, the Local #95 International Union of Operating Engineers bargaining unit.

Nice To Haves

• Maintenance experience in an institutional setting, such as a college, university, or hospital.
• Formal training in electrical, mechanical, or structural systems.
• Other certifications, such as lift, scaffolding, fall protection, or forklift certification.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct assistance to staff in crafts including plumbing, pipefitting, air conditioning mechanics, carpentry, electrical work, painting, and masonry.
• Perform semi-skilled work in a variety of maintenance and construction trades.
• Operate on-road and off-road utility vehicles and light trucks in support of assigned work.
• Requisition job parts and supplies.
• Use a smartphone and iPad or tablet.
• Document work by completing electronic work orders for each job.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings program with employer contributions.
• Tuition benefits.
• Paid time off and observed holidays.
• Life, accidental death, and disability insurance.
• Free Pittsburgh Regional Transit bus pass.
• Access to a Family Concierge Team to help navigate childcare needs.
• Fitness center access.