Water Reclamation Worker - Part Time

Penn State

University Park, PA, US
Not specified; not specified; not specified
Hybrid
Perform cleaning duties throughout the plant
Check effluent pump operation regularly
Operate skid steer loaders and mowers
Penn State is hiring part-time Water Reclamation Workers for summer employment from May to August 2026. The position involves performing routine maintenance and cleaning duties at the water reclamation plant, along with operating machinery and assisting plant employees

Job Summary

  • The position involves performing routine maintenance and cleaning duties at the water reclamation plant and spray fields.
  • Employees are required to operate various machinery including skid steer loaders, chainsaws, and stump grinders for grounds maintenance.
  • Successful completion of background checks is mandatory for employment with the university.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

Penn State is hiring part-time Water Reclamation Workers for summer employment from May to August 2026. The position involves performing routine maintenance and cleaning duties at the water reclamation plant, along with operating machinery and assisting plant employees.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Perform cleaning duties throughout the plant
  • Check effluent pump operation regularly
  • Operate skid steer loaders and mowers
  • Collect water samples from test areas
  • Perform minor repairs on piping and valves

Nice-to-have

  • Ability to work in summer employment season
  • Experience with vegetation management tasks
  • Willingness to initiate emergency repairs

Key Requirements

  • Successful completion of background check(s)
  • Availability for summer employment May through August
  • Physical ability to perform manual labor tasks

Work Rights

Not specified

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