Summer Student Jobs: Environmental Services, Trades & Grounds Assistants
Westfield State University

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Summer Student Jobs: Environmental Services, Trades & Grounds Assistants


About Westfield State University:

In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens.

Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst with a selection of museums, theater, collegiate and minor league sports, hiking trails, and restaurants. The University is within 1.5 hours of Boston and Albany and within 3 hours of New York City and the Green Mountain range of Vermont.

Thank You for Your Interest in Becoming a Westfield State Community Member

You are welcome here. You can advance your career and make a difference here. We invite you to bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University. The University seeks applicants whose record of teaching, student advising, research, and administration positions them to contribute to the everyday practice of our institutional values.

Our Values

Westfield State commits to values that strengthen a common bond among all members of our community and promotes a rich campus environment.

• Embrace Diversity - We treat all members of our community with dignity and respect.
• Maintain Excellence and Integrity - We maintain excellence and integrity in all that we do.
• Collaborate with Each Other - We make decisions in a transparent and collaborative manner.
• Provide Accessible Education - We commit to providing an accessible, affordable public higher education for all.
• Build a Strong Community - We are inclusive and ensure equity, supporting the personal development of all community members, and embracing multiple perspectives.
• Engage the Outside Community - We support civic engagement in local, regional, and global initiatives.

Job Description:

Campus Title: Summer Student Jobs: Environmental Services, Trades & Grounds Assistants
Department: Facilities and Operations
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Funding: Contracted
Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary
Timeframe: Seasonal
Shift: Full-Time, Temporary
Regular Days Off: Saturday and Sunday
Supervision Exercised: None
Salary: $16.00 per hour (To commensurate with skill and experience

General Statement of Duties:

The summer student Environmental Services, Trades & Grounds Assistant(s) will, under general supervision, assist with duties in their assigned trade(s). Based on campus needs, individuals may be asked to assist with other work as needed. This posting intends to hire:

Three (3) Grounds Assistants

• Plant flowers, weed, complete general grounds work and campus maintenance; including trash pick up, empty trash barrels, haul debris, rake leaves. May include use of small equipment to mow grass, trim edging and pruning trees.

Four (4) Paint Assistants

• Refresh paint in various campus spaces; including cleaning walls, tape edges, paint trim, walls and parking lot lines.

Four (4) Environmental Services Assistants

• Specific cleaning tasks in campus buildings; including dusting, washing walls, deep cleaning soft floors/furniture and moving furniture.

Requirements:

Required Qualifications

• Dependability
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions

NOTE: You must be at least 16 years old to be employed at Westfield State University


Additional Information:

Disability Accommodations

Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at (413) 572-8809 or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.

Background Check

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration.


Application Instructions:

An online application is required. A resume and cover letter may be attached but this is not required.

Deadline: Review of applications will begin April 22, 2024. The job posting will be open a minimum of ten days and, if needed, will remain open until finalist have been selected.

NOTE: If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online Help Desk. The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us.



To apply, visit https://westfield.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=174710&CNTRNO=0&TSTMP=0





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