"Special Services Technician II"

Job Details

SUMMARY

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, heavy equipment operation, custodial and housekeeping duties, general labor, or any combination. Assists with providing transportation services as needed. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Special Services Foreperson.

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, heavy equipment operation, custodial and housekeeping duties, general labor, or any combination. Assists with providing transportation services as needed. Works under general supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Special Services Foreperson.

QUALIFICATIONS

High school diploma or equivalent is required. One year of related experience is required. Experience operating and driving a garbage truck and operating heavy machinery is preferred. Experience in asphalt work is preferred. Must obtain a State of Texas class “B” provisional commercial driver’s license within two weeks of employment; must be able to obtain a class “B” commercial driver’s license with “P” passenger endorsement within six months of employment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Drives and operates university front-loading and/or rear-loading garbage truck.
2. Empties trash from dumpsters located on the university campus and off-campus facilities.
3. Empties and cleans garbage bins. Disposes of trash using mule.
4. Drives to city landfill to dispose of trash when garbage truck has reached capacity.
5. Manually moves furniture and other heavy items on campus.
6. Assists with set-up and break-down for university events.
7. Operates heavy equipment including dump trucks, trailers, and rollers.
8. Performs general asphalt and/or concrete work including, but not limited to, seal coating, crack sealing, and asphalt/concrete paving.
9. Performs general labor including basic grounds work (mowing, raking, sweeping, yard maintenance, etc.) and basic custodial work (sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, dusting, and cleaning).
10. Drives shuttle bus and transports passengers to designated local and/or distant points as needed.
11. Operates assigned equipment in a safe manner and in adherence with university policies and local, state, and federal laws.
12. Participates in internal and external trainings to ensure work is performed safely and effectively.

NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

1. Loads and unloads delivery trucks.
2. Serves as back up to other departmental staff when assigned.
3. 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.

1. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and procedures.
2. Knowledge of standard methods, practices, tools, and equipment of sanitation and refuse removal.
3. Knowledge of cleaning techniques and procedures.
4. Skill in the use and operation of standard tools and equipment of the profession, including light and heavy equipment.
5. Skill in the use of groundskeeping hand tools and equipment and in the operation of motorized and gas-operated equipment.
6. Ability to repair and maintain sidewalks and parking lots.
7. Ability to understand and follow instructions.
8. Ability to obtain a Texas driver’s license, SFA permit, and van certification prior to employment.
9. Ability to obtain and maintain commercial driver’s license (CDL) with passenger endorsement.
10. Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
11. Physical condition adequate to permit full performance of duties.

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.