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Part-time Weekend Grounds & Events Worker

Georgia Tech

Atlanta, GA

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SKILLS
Alternative Energy, Data Quality, Diversity, Driver's License, Educational Evaluation, Financial Management, Furniture Moving, Groundskeeping, Heavy Lifting, Higher Education, Housekeeping/Cleaning, Internet Security, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Loading/Unloading, Material Moving, Mentoring, Problem Solving Skills, Purchasing/Procurement, Servant leadership, Stewardship, Sustainability, Training/Teaching, Vehicle Fleets, Warehousing, Waste/Garbage/Recycle Collection
LOCATION
Atlanta, GA
POSTED
Today
About Us

Great universities inspire the very best in us. They nurture new ideas, fresh perspectives, and creative problem-solving. They challenge students to discover their passions - and to turn those passions into thriving careers that improve our world.

Columbus State University is exactly that kind of place. With exceptional facilities, ideal class sizes, and unique field experiences, our students have room to create. Here, every faculty and staff member is part of the educational process, actively mentoring students and championing each new step in their journey.

Located just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, CSU is part of the University System of Georgia and offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays (if applicable). Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!

Department Information

University Operations - Event Services

Job Summary

This position involves manual work with duties including but not limited to collecting trash, cleaning outdoor areas of campus, pressure washing, and other duties as assigned. As needed, this position will also support other Event Services teams with setups, breakdowns, and other tasks as needed. This position¿s primary schedule is Saturdays and Sundays with some opportunities to work additional hours throughout the week. Tasks do not require a high degree of manipulative skill. A valid driver¿s license is required for this position.

Responsibilities

  • Walk assigned areas of campus to collect and remove trash from common areas.
  • Assist in special projects, such as setting up and moving furniture or equipment for special events on or off campus.
  • Use power equipment to clean buildings and other outdoor spaces.
  • Collect recyclable materials from campus and off-campus buildings.
  • Read work orders and follow instructions with minimal supervision.
  • Assist in emergency preparations, such as clearing snow, ice, sidewalks, and driveways.
  • Operate delivery trucks or other equipment to assist in loading or moving materials and products.
  • Drive different types of vehicles, such as trucks and utility carts, across campus or between campuses as part of completing standard duties.
  • Work as needed with event or groundskeeping teams.
  • Complete other duties as assigned.
  • Serve as a brand ambassador of University Operations and Columbus State University.
Required Qualifications

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months of related experience and/or training.

Required Documents to Attach
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Ability to regularly lift 50 lbs. or more.
  • Ability to perform heavy lifting and strenuous manual tasks.
  • Ability to operate warehouse, delivery, and power equipment, such as hand trucks, chainsaws, pressure washers, etc.
  • Ability to work outside in a variety of weather conditions.
  • Ability to safely operate vehicles and equipment.
  • Ability to complete tasks with minimal supervision.
  • A valid driver's license is required for this position.
Contact Information

If you have any questions, please contact the Human Resources Office at 706-507-8920 or e-mail to hr@columbusstate.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at .

Institutional Values

Excellence: Actively engaging outstanding methods in teaching, academic discovery, creative pursuits, student success, cultural enrichment and the overall campus community.

Creativity: Pursuing distinction through inquiry and innovation, challenging convention and focusing on solutions.

Engagement: Dynamic civic involvement and participation of students, faculty, staff and alumni in the university experience.

Sustainability: Advancing fiscal responsibility, well-being, innovation, lifelong learning and environmental stewardship.

Inclusion: Cultivating and championing a campus environment that welcomes diverse backgrounds, ideas, perspectives and practices.

Servant Leadership: Leading through ethical empowerment and service.

Conditions of Employment

All selected candidates are required to submit and successfully pass a background investigation to include reference checks and verification of academic credentials (if applicable). Other additional requirements may be required based upon specific position duties:
  • A credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage;
  • Pre-employment drug testing for positions with high-risk responsibilities.
  • Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive a Columbus State University fleet vehicle or other vehicle designated as a fleet vehicle. A successful drug screening will be required as a condition of employment a randomly thereafter.
*Applicants for positions of trust may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. *

For Faculty Hires : Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.

All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Additionally, all members of the USG community must adhere to the USG Statement of Core Values must also be aware of and comply with the Board of Regents policies on Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Columbus State University to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.

Other Information
  • This is not a supervisory position.
  • This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
  • This role is not considered a position of trust.
  • This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
  • This position will not travel.

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