Assists the Trades Technicians with basic tasks such as replacing standard plumbing parts, repairing wall damage, hanging bulletin boards and signage, painting drywall, replacing ceiling tiles, and repairing broken windows.
Provides general labor including dismantling, moving, and reassembling furniture, and moving construction supplies and equipment between work sites.
Performs general groundskeeping work on campus grounds such as mowing grass, trimming trees and shrubs, weeding, preparing seed beds, mulching, leaf removal, and shoveling snow.
Assists Custodians including spot cleaning, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, scrubbing, and stripping and waxing floors.
Ability to use small tools and repair small equipment
The job description's listed responsibilities and tasks are not exhaustive, additional non-essential tasks and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
Requirements
Required
High school diploma or GED
Up to 1 year of physical labor or maintenance experience
Valid Driver's License
Preferred, But Not Required
2 years of physical labor or maintenance experience
Physical requirements:
Ability to lift over 50 pounds; Crouching; Reaching overhead; Pulling/Pushing, Bending, Shoveling, Stooping; Climbing stairs/ladders; Kneeling/squatting; Lifting up to 50 pounds
Job Exempt:
No Salary Range:
16.00-18.15
The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy.
This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.
Benefits
Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):Flexible scheduling options determined by role;Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance optionsAn outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!)A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentivesA myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID cardTo learn more about Bucknell's benefits, click here ! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)Inclusive Excellence:E-VerifyBucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.For additional information regarding Bucknell's E-Verify requirements, please contact the office of Talent, Culture & Human Resources (570) 577-1631 or email hr@bucknell.edu .Dental insuranceVision insurancePaid time offFlexible scheduleEquity / stock optionsParental leave
Additional Information
Position Title:
Facilities Maintenance Assistant
Position Type:
Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Categories:
Staff Non-exempt
Job Summary:
Bucknell University is seeking two Facilities Maintenance Assistants. The successful candidates in these positions will perform general labor, custodial, groundskeeping and basic trades duties to support the Trades Technician, Groundskeeper, and custodial staff. Duties include: minor building maintenance, construction support, setups/teardowns for events on campus, moving furniture on campus, and the operation of lawn and snow removal equipment.
Job Duties:
Reporting Relationship:
Operations Area Manager
Location/Schedule:
On-campus
Monday - Friday, 6:00am - 2:30pm
Bucknell · Geiger Facilities Building