Job no: 495341
Work type: Temporary Part Time
Location: Swarthmore
Categories: Staff, Hourly (Non-Exempt), On Campus
Swarthmore College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in the suburbs of Philadelphia, whose mission combines academic rigor with social responsibility. Swarthmore has a strong institutional commitment to inclusive excellence and nondiscrimination in its educational program and employment practices and encourages candidates who will further advance the goal of fostering a diverse and inclusive community. As one of the nation's finest institutions of higher learning, Swarthmore College is global in outlook and draws students from around the nation and world. The 425‐acre campus is a designated arboretum, complete with gardens, rolling lawns, a creek, wooded hills, and hiking trails in the Crum Woods.
Under limited supervision, the Environmental Technician maintains the cleanliness levels in campus facilities. Multiple openings are available for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts and we are hiring on an ongoing basis.
Essential Responsibilities:
Required Qualifications:
* High School Diploma or equivalent.
* Ability to communicate effectively.
* Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
* Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction.
* Ability to interact with customers (students, faculty, administration), co-workers and supervisors in a positive and helpful manner.
* Knowledge of proper sanitization methods.
* Must be able to work weekends, holidays, and evening hours as needed.
Physical Demands
* Ability to move, position, transport and place objects up to and including 50 pounds is required.
* Frequently involves pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, holding, carrying, reaching, reaching above the shoulders, stooping, bending at the waist, bending at the knees, kneeling, bending side to side, crouching, standing on step stools or small ladders and balancing.
Working Conditions
* Exposure to inclement weather as well as to dirt/dust, chemicals/solvents, and noise.
* Frequently exposed to harsh chemicals and odors.
* Willingness to work overtime as available.
Swarthmore College actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable commitments to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Advertised: Feb 22 2024 Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Open until filled
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