Employment @ Sam Houston State University | Laborer (full-time, temporary)

Laborer (full-time, temporary) - 10 Positions to be Filled

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Posting Information

This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Requisition	202400142S
Title	Laborer (full-time, temporary) - 10 Positions to be Filled
FLSA status	Non-Exempt
Hiring Salary	This position is a pay grade 2. Please see Pay Grade Table at: https://pa-hrsuite-production.s3.amazonaws.com/116/docs/636763.pdf These are full-time, temporary, non-benefits eligible positions expected to end on or before two months from hire date.
Occupational Category	Service Maintenance
Department	Residence Life Maintenance
Division	Division of Finance and Operations
Open Date	04/25/2024
Open Until Filled	Yes
Educational and Experience Requirement	Less than a high school diploma with the ability to read and write. No experience required. Prefer any experience acquired in building maintenance, mechanical work, or related assignments.
Nature & Purpose of Position	Responsible for performing a variety of unskilled manual tasks for Residence Life Maintenance.
Primary Responsibilities	Performs repetitive duties in the field of make-ready for Residence Life Maintenance; this includes but is not limited to changing light bulbs, using ladders, inspect and repair door hardware, inspect and repair plumbing fixtures such as faucets and toilets. Requires the ability to caulk and paint, repair and install mini-blinds, and conduct minor electrical repairs. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Other Specifications	As required by assignments. Accurate in following specific oral and written instructions. Working conditions are continuously exposed to one or more disagreeable elements such as dirt, dust, heat, fumes, cold, noise, wet, vibration, poor lighting, or congested working area. This is a full-time, temporary, non-benefits eligible position expected to end on or before two months from hire date.
Full Time Part Time	Full Time Temporary
Position Number
Quicklink	https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/38935

EEO Statement

EEO Statement	Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215. Annual Security and Fire Safety Report

Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.

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* How did you learn about this position?
- The Chronicle of Higher Education
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- HBCU Connect - Historically Black Colleges and Universities
- HACU - Hispanic Association of Colleges & Universities
- The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education
- Association for Women in Science
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- Inside Higher Ed
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