Facilities Services Student Assistant - Operations

UAF Facilities Services is seeking students for Grounds and Operations jobs within Facilities Services.

100UAF Facilities Services Student Assistants work under general direction. Duties will vary depending on the department/shop which is hiring. Supervisors from the Division of Operations (Grounds, Greenhouse, Labor, Warehouse, Vehicle and Transportation Services) hire students on an as needed basis. Typical duties will require: basic computer skills, ability to work with others, ability to follow directions, regular attendance and timeliness, and to meet general expectations expressed by supervisor. Prior related experience or a strong interest in the trade/field. Ability to work in a physically demanding environment. Possess a valid driver's license. Ability to understand safe driving regulations and methods Student Assistant tasks within the Division of Operations often require performing general physical activities; handling and moving objects, manual dexterity, physical coordination, strength, stamina, and being outdoors exposed to all types of weather conditions.Essential

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Prior related experience or a strong interest in the trade/field. Ability to work in a physically demanding environment. Possess a valid driver's license. Ability to understand safe driving regulations and methods

Preferred Experience & Education:

Any combination of education and experience which clearly demonstrates the skills and abilities necessary to accomplish the essential functions of the job (see knowledge, skills, and abilities required above.)

Required Experience & Education:

To be eligible for Facilities Services student employment, an applicant must:

Be enrolled at UAF with a minimum of six credit hours in the current semester of employment; or

Have been enrolled the preceding semester for six or more credit hours and demonstrate plans to enroll for six or more credit hours in the next semester for employment between semesters; and

Have at least a 2.0 cumulative GPA, or a newly enrolled student.

Salary Information:

Student starting pay - $16.15/hr

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please attach a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three (3) professional references with your application.

This is a pooled position, which means that the position remains open over the entire academic year.

To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an AA/EO employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www. alaska.edu/nondiscrimination

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Emily Orr, Facilities Services HR Coordinator, at [email protected] or 907-474-2651.

Advertised: 07 Jul 2023 Alaskan Daylight Time Applications close: 28 Jun 2024 Alaskan Daylight Time

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