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Building Services Assistant (Space Planning & Operations)

University of Pennsylvania · Philadelphia, PA · 1 mo ago
OTHR$19.32/hrFull-time

About the role

The Building Services Assistant ("BSA") performs a wide variety of tasks providing support services to the research, academic, and clinical missions of the Perelman School of Medicine.

In general, a BSA will work under the direction of a specific Supervisor performing a specific support service function; however, in order to provide proper service coverage when work assignment or attendance problems occur, BSAs may be required to work in any of the service functions as detailed under specific duties.

This job requires walking, standing, use of standard tools, lifting, and moving of often-delicate equipment between 100-500 pounds. The job requires the ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted. Must be physically able to perform all functions of this position.

This position is considered "essential."

Responsibilities

  • Perform a wide variety of tasks providing support services to the research, academic, and clinical missions of the Perelman School of Medicine.
  • Work under the direction of a specific Supervisor performing a specific support service function.
  • May be required to work in any of the service functions as detailed under specific duties.
  • Must be available for frequent overtime, often on short notice.
  • Requires walking, standing, use of standard tools, lifting, and moving of often-delicate equipment between 100-500 pounds.
  • Requires the ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted.
  • Must be physically able to perform all functions of this position.
  • This position is considered "essential."

Requirements

  • High School diploma and 1 to 2 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience required;
  • At least two years’ experience in related work environment preferred.

Job Knowledge / Personal Skills

  • Ability to frequently lift and move heavy objects weighing 25-50 pounds or more;
  • Physically able to move about actively;
  • Must not be bothered by unpleasant odors;
  • Mechanical aptitude (may use tools requiring high dexterity as required in performance of job duties);
  • Customer service and team oriented;
  • Able to read, write, perform basic arithmetic, and follow verbal and written instructions;
  • Highly organized in work assignment and performance.

Special Requirements

  • The Perelman School of Medicine is a multi-building research and teaching complex with emphasis on biomedical research.
  • The Department of Space Planning & Operations is responsible for coordinating and assuring uninterrupted delivery of the necessary utility and other support services.
  • All employees of the Space Planning & Operations department are considered to be "essential."

Pay Range

$19.32 - $19.32 Hourly Rate

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level.

Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

Equal Opportunity Statement

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

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