Temporary Seasonal Laborer

Syracuse University

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 9 days ago

    Highlights

    Repetitive standing, bending, stooping, crawling, walking, daily lifting of items that weigh up to 50 pounds, pushing, pulling and working in extreme outdoor temperatures. General laborer and groundskeeping duties, including mowing, digging holes, removing weeds, trimming, transporting materials and equipment on trucks.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSyracuse, NY

    Description

    General laborer and groundskeeping duties, including mowing, digging holes, removing weeds, trimming, transporting materials and equipment on trucks.

    Education and Experience

    Must be able to work under extreme weather conditions. Must be flexible in scheduling.

    Must be able to drive a University vehicle and pass the Safety Dept's regulations.

    Skills and Knowledge

    The ability to read, write and follow instructions is required. Must be available to work overtime. Must be able to work under extreme weather conditions. Must be flexible in scheduling. Must have a valid Driver's License, Must be able to drive a university vehicle and pass the Safety Dept's regulations

    Responsibilities

    • Dig holes for shrubs and trees; rake dirt, grass, leaves and clean up litter from lawns and shrubs.
    • Load trucks with dirt, leaves, rubbish, etc.
    • Move furniture, office equipment; set up tables, chairs and scaffolds, etc. for events.
    • Load materials and equipment on trucks for transport to work areas.
    • Assist tradesmen by carrying material, operating jackhammer and digging holes.
    • May work on road repair.

    Physical Requirements

    Repetitive standing, bending, stooping, crawling, walking, daily lifting of items that weigh up to 50 pounds, pushing, pulling and working in extreme outdoor temperatures.

    Tools/Equipment

    Operate hand power tools such as lawn mowers, weed trimmers, jackhammers, etc. Use a variety of hand tools including rakes, etc.

    Application Instructions

    In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter.

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