Event Support and Moving Services Technician (Thurs-Sat 6:30am-3:00pm) - Wilkes University

Wilkes University invites applicants for an ESMS (Event Support and Moving Services)Technician in the Facilities Department. The position performs set-ups associated with University events (e.g. commencement, orientations, homecoming, various other campus events and performances), logistical moves and campus deliveries (e.g. furniture, equipment, supplies). The ESMS Technician provides maintenance support with general cleaning duties (e.g. cleaning up spills, trash removal), performs daily general maintenance (reset breakers, painting, etc.) and work associated with seasonal grounds maintenance and care (e.g. snow removal, litter removal, etc.).

High school diploma or GED required. Minimum of six (6) months work experience in a customer service and labor-oriented work environment. Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License is required. Knowledge of best practices in general maintenance and grounds maintenance and care preferred.

Proficient technical and manual skills to perform associated general maintenance manual tasks. Basic knowledge of computers (Word, Excel and web based applications) required. Applicant must have the ability to occasionally lift at least 100 pounds, to read and comprehend schematic drawings, safety regulations and other documentation pertinent to the position. Good customer service skills and the ability to function well in a team environment.

Schedule is typically Monday through Friday, 6:30am to 3:00pm (some overtime required). Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Wilkes University is an independent, comprehensive university dedicated to academic excellence in the liberal arts, sciences, and selected professional programs. The University has approximately 2,260 students at the undergraduate level and over 1,250 full time equivalent students at the graduate and first professional levels.

Its institutional focus is on developing strong mentoring relationships with each of its students and contributing vitally to economic development of Northeastern Pennsylvania. The University is located in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, a revitalized city that is located on the lovely Susquehanna River and is within two and one-half hours driving distance of New York City and Philadelphia.

To apply, visit https://wilkesuniversitycareers.applicantpro.com/jobs/. Please be sure to include a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae and three references.

Wilkes University is constantly seeking to become a more diverse community and to enhance its capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. The University strongly encourages applications from persons with diverse backgrounds. Wilkes University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.