SUMMARY
JOB DESCRIPTION
This is a service position responsible for supporting the
operations of the Transportation & Special Services unit within
the Physical Plant Department. Responsible for performing routine
repetitive work involving various physically demanding tasks
including, but not limited to, trash disposal, general asphalt
and/or concrete work, custodial and housekeeping duties, general
labor, or any combination. Works under close supervision, with
minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent
judgment. Reports to the Special Services Foreperson.
QUALIFICATIONS
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
No direct experience is required. Valid Texas driver’s license is
required at time of employment.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Empties trash from dumpsters located on the university campus
and off-campus facilities.
Empties and cleans garbage bins. Disposes of trash using
mule.
Manually moves furniture and other heavy items on campus.
Assists with set-up and break-down for university events.
Assists with general asphalt and/or concrete work including,
but not limited to, seal coating, crack sealing, and
asphalt/concrete paving.
Performs general labor including basic grounds work (mowing,
raking, sweeping, yard maintenance, etc.) and basic custodial work
(sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and cleaning).
Operates assigned equipment in a safe manner and in adherence
with university policies and local, state, and federal laws.
NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Loads and unloads delivery trucks.
- Operates heavy equipment including dump trucks, trailers, and
rollers.
- Drives shuttle bus and transports passengers to designated
local and/or distant points as needed.
- Serves as back up to other departmental staff when
assigned.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and
abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual
can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without
reasonable accommodation.
- Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and
procedures.
- Knowledge of standard methods, practices, tools, and equipment
of sanitation and refuse removal.
- Knowledge of cleaning techniques and procedures.
- Ability to use and operate standard tools and equipment of the
profession, including light and heavy equipment, groundskeeping
hand tools and equipment, and motorized and gas-operated
equipment.
- Ability to repair and maintain sidewalks and parking lots.
- Ability to understand and follow instructions.
- Ability to obtain a Texas driver’s license, SFA permit, and van
certification prior to employment.
- Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as
necessary.
- Physical condition adequate to permit full performance of
duties.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT
Applicants may upload a resume as an optional document.
SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
Stephen F. Austin State University recognizes the potential for
accidents in performing job-related tasks. SFA promotes a safe
working environment. Employees will be responsible for completing
assigned tasks safely and efficiently. Employee evaluations will
include safe job performance.
This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record
check.
This is a safety-sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol
testing.
This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and
Network Security policy.
