Seasonal Grounds Assistant (part-time)

Penn State University

State College, Pennsylvania, US
Hybrid
Perform routine maintenance of grounds
Operate tractors and power equipment
Perform interior and exterior painting
Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center is seeking a seasonal grounds assistant to aid fulltime grounds and facility staff with summer upkeep of trails and landscaping

Job Summary

  • Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center is seeking a seasonal grounds assistant to aid fulltime grounds and facility staff with summer upkeep of trails and landscaping.
  • Duties include performing routine maintenance of grounds and trails, operating various power equipment, painting, and assisting with event setup and cleanup.
  • The position requires the ability to reach, bend, stoop, and frequently lift up to 40 pounds, and to work in a standing position for long periods.

Matching Summary

Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center is seeking a seasonal grounds assistant to aid fulltime grounds and facility staff with summer upkeep of trails and landscaping.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • perform routine maintenance of grounds
  • operate tractors and power equipment
  • perform interior and exterior painting
  • conduct event set up and tear down
  • remove brush, leaves, and rubbish
  • remove snow and ice

Nice-to-have

  • ability to communicate clearly
  • work in a standing position for long periods
  • assist higher graded maintenance workers

Key Requirements

  • Must be able to communicate clearly
  • Be able to reach, bend, stoop and frequently lift up to 40 pounds
  • Be able to work in a standing position for long periods of time (up to 8 hours)
  • PA State Police Criminal Background Check
  • PA Child Abuse History Clearance Form
  • Federal (FBI) Fingerprint Criminal Background Check

Work Rights

Not specified

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