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Penn State Office of Student Affairs is searching for a Building Maintenance Worker to join their team. Duties include:Set up rooms for meetings and other events by rearranging furniture, bringing furniture in or removing it; ensure that rooms are set up and cleaned prior to scheduled use; check with person in charge of meeting prior to meeting commencement to see if accommodations are appropriate
Check reservation cards daily and note appropriate set up; report any room schedule conflicts to building manager
Set up audio visual equipment in appropriate location and check to ensure it is operational
Set up and run video tape machine for video tape programs presented in the HUB
Operate various types of scrubbing and buffing equipment and hand tools as required
Sweep, scrub, strip, shine and wax various types of floors, floor coverings and furniture
Remove and/or relocate furniture, equipment, supplies and construction materials
Unload incoming materials and move to storage location
Maintain tools, equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition
Report unusual conditions to supervisor
Assist groups using HUB facilities; unload supplies, move supplies or materials to designated area, assist in construction of special props as required
Perform clean-up in various areas of the building as a result of accidental spills or extremely heavy usage
Shovel snow and chop ice, spread cinders, sand and other anti-skid materials on walk, entry ways and driveways, using small power or hand tools as required
Assist as required in crowd control for ticket sales and special waste
Clean fans and ventilation equipment; remove, clean and replace filters and change oil
Perform minor maintenance to drapes and blinds; replace cords, cables, mounting brackets, etc.
Perform minor maintenance to lavatory fixtures; replace faucet washers and packing, tighten handles, etc.
Repair or replace broken lavatory seats, soap dispensers, etc.
Perform minor repairs to lamps, sweepers, buffers; replace plugs, brushes, cords, etc.
Touch up paint and varnish damaged woodwork, furniture, etc.
Perform minor repairs to furnishings; patch seats, repair frames
Report damaged or defective equipment to supervisor
Position and reinforce staging platform sections, temporary room dividers and partitions as requiredJob Requirements: Requires the use of commercial English, grammar and arithmetic such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division, including decimals and fractions; simple use of formulas, charts, tables, drawings, specifications, schedules, wiring diagrams, together with the use of adjustable measuring instruments, graduates and the like requiring interpretation in their various applications; or the posting, preparation, interpretation, use and checking of reports, forms, records and comparable data. Over 3 months up to and including 12 months of effective experience.Work Schedule:10:30 p.m. - 7:00 a.m.
Days Off:Tuesday, WednesdayThe Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutio al benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.EEO IS THE LAWFederal Contractors Labor Law Poster
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