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Semi-Skilled Laborer - 3 positions

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Please provide three professional references in the application form.

Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police); Act 151 (Child Abuse); and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.

Slippery Rock University fosters an environment to provide opportunities for advancement.

Slippery Rock University provides a comprehensive package of employer benefits to eligible employees and their enrolled dependent(s), which include*:

Medical, prescription drug, and supplemental benefits.

Generous retirement plans, two options:

• Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP)

• State Employees’ Retirement System (SERS)

Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.

Paid time off (holidays, sick leave, annual leave).

Employer-paid life insurance.

Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs.

*Specific benefits may vary based upon employee group and/or collective bargaining unit.

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number N01170

Classification Title Semi-Skilled Laborer

Working Title Semi-Skilled Laborer - 3 positions

Employee Group Staff

Bargaining Unit AFSCME

Location Main Campus

Department Campus Grounds & Services

Pay Rate $36,108

Employment Type Regular FT

Work Schedule

Monday thru Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

Campus events and snow removal could require alternate schedules.

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

Mowing turf with rotary push and riding mowers, string trimmers

Tree trimming and removal using chainsaws and hand trimming equipment

General landscaping including: tree, flower and shrub planting, seeding and mulching

Patching potholes and repairs to roads

Snow removal

Trash pick up

Use of pickup trucks, dump trucks, box trucks, cargo vans, golf carts, utility carts, street sweeper and other various equipment

Marking athletic fields

Delivering supplies/equipment to campus locations, moving furniture within offices/ buildings

Maintenance and repair of mowers, trimmers and other equipment

Employee must hold a valid drivers license to operate any state owned vehicle or equipment

Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

One year of experience in laboring work including the use of tools and equipment used in maintenance or construction. A successful campus interview and passing a criminal background check required.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who have landscape and grounds maintenance experience in an institutional environment and experience working with diverse populations.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 09/08/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled No

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Chief Human Resource Officer

205 Old Main

104 Maltby Avenue

Slippery Rock University

Slippery Rock, PA 16057

724.738.2070

Respect for Individuals in the Community

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please provide three professional references in the application form.

Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police); Act 151 (Child Abuse); and Federal Criminal ( FBI ) clearance prior to appointment.

Slippery Rock University fosters an environment to provide opportunities for advancement.

Slippery Rock University provides a comprehensive package of employer benefits to eligible employees and their enrolled dependent(s), which include*:

Medical, prescription drug, and supplemental benefits.

Generous retirement plans, two options:

• Alternative Retirement Plan ( ARP )

• State Employees’ Retirement System ( SERS )

Tuition benefits for employees and dependents.

Paid time off (holidays, sick leave, annual leave).

Employer-paid life insurance.

Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs.

*Specific benefits may vary based upon employee group and/or collective bargaining unit.