Job ID: 320945
DepartmentHOUSING OPERATIONS (BA-OPER-IUBLA)
Department InformationHousing Operations supports the on-campus housing and dining for over 12,000 students. We strive to create life-changing experiences by building relationships, developing others, and creating a sense of belonging for our students, their families, and the Indiana University (IU) community.
Job SummaryDepartment Specific Responsibilities
- Under general supervision, operates sewing machines and other equipment to trim, serge, press, hem, line, and pleat fabric.
- Performs duties related to the fabrication, repair and maintenance of custom soft window treatments, as well as repair and maintenance of hard window treatments for residence halls, offices, classrooms, dining facilities, and other University properties.
- Refers to and uses patterns, templates, sketches, or blueprints.
- Sews replacement parts or missing stitches, according to repair tickets.
- Selects supplies such as fasteners and thread, according to specifications or characteristics of fabric.
- Observes sewing machine operation to detect defects in stitching or machine malfunction, and notifies the supervisor.
- Replaces sewing machine parts and performs basic maintenance, such as oiling the machine.
- Sews materials by hand, using needle and thread.
- Irons or presses fabric for sewing.
EDUCATION
Required
- High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED.)
WORK EXPERIENCE
Required
- 1 year of experience in a related field.
SKILLS
Required
- Ability to work safely and efficiently.
- Proficient communication skills.
- Demonstrates a high commitment to quality.
- Possesses flexibility to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Seeks to acquire knowledge in the area of specialty.
- Ability to build strong customer relationships.
- Ability to do basic computation.
- Ability to operate sewing equipment.
- Ability to interpret and follow simple oral and written instructions.
- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools used to perform job duties.
- Knowledge and ability to operate and maintain the specific tools and machinery used in the area of expertise.
This role requires the ability to remain in a stationary position as well as the ability to move about in the workplace for long durations. It requires effective communication, and the ability to operate machinery, tools, and controls. The role requires the ability to move objects up to 30 pounds. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without accommodation.
Spend most of the time indoors. Possible exposure to distraction/uncomfortable noise levels. Possible exposure to fumes, odors, or other factors that may affect respiration and skin.
Work LocationBloomington. Indiana.
Advertised Salary$13.25 per hour.
Work HoursMonday - Friday
This position is capped at 29 hours per week.
Benefits OverviewFor full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
- Health savings account with generous IU contributions
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Basic group life insurance paid by IU
- Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
- Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
- Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
- Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
- 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
- Generous paid time off plans
- Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.
Job ClassificationCareer Level: Part Time Employee
FLSA: Nonexempt
Job Function: Part Time Employee
Job Family: Part Time Employee
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Equal Employment OpportunityIndiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.
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