Utility Worker

Posting Details

Applications will be accepted until midnight (Eastern Time Zone) on the 'Posting End Date' shown below.

Position Information


Job Title
Utility Worker


Applications Accepted From
Public: Open to the public , University Wide, AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit Wide, AFSCME 1699 Intradepartmental , AFSCME 1699 In-segment


Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is open to the public. However, current Ohio University AFSCME 1699 bargaining unit employees will be given first consideration.

MAY FILL UP TO 10 POSITIONS CURRENT OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYEES MUST INCLUDE THEIR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY AND ANY RELEVANT VERIFIABLE EXPERIENCE TO SHOW THEY MEET THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS FOR THIS CLASSIFICATION. IF YOUR APPLICATION IS INCOMPLETE, YOU WILL BE SCREENED OUT. IF YOU NEED YOUR OHIO UNIVERSITY EMPLOYMENT HISTORY OR NEED ASSISTANCE COMPLETING THE APPLICATION, PLEASE CONTACT UNIVERSITY HUMAN RESOURCES FOR ASSISTANCE.


In an effort to make the process of warding bid upon positions more efficient, the successful candidate must indicate at the time of offer whether they accept or decline the position.

Candidates may contact management during the posting period to ask questions regarding the expectations of the position.

This position is eligible for the following benefits:
medical, vision, dental, basic and supplemental life, winter break closure, paid holidays, educational benefits for you and eligible dependents, sick leave, vacation, and retirement.


Posting Number
20167049S


Job Description


Under close supervision, performs unskilled tasks requiring manual labor on related equipment.

Adheres to all OSHA and/or Ohio University required safety guidelines.

Performs general labor indoors (e.g., shovels coal, moves furniture, sets up chairs, tables, stages, and platforms; performs custodial duties such as sweeping, mopping and waxing floors, cleaning windows and walls following either Level 1 or Level 2 clean/sanitize/disinfect guidelines as directed).

Performs general labor outdoors (e.g., shovels snow, loads and unloads trucks, mows grass, cuts weeds, hauls trash, repairs fence, digs holes, and ditches).

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications
• Ability to carry out instructions, understand oral instruction.
• Cooperate with co-workers on group projects.
• Willingness to foster a welcoming and respectful workforce and community
• Knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in sanitation and safety areas of dining, residential, academic, and administrative units.
• Ability to carry out instructions in written, oral, and pictorial form.
• Ability to read and write common vocabulary in sentence structure;
• Ability to add subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, calculate fractions, decimals and percentages.
• Ability to apply principles and solve practical problems to mix cleaning compounds and follow safety procedures.
• Lift up to 50 pounds
• Effectively use a 15 foot ladder
• Successful completion of a test may be required
• May work in cramped and dirty conditions
• May work outside under all weather conditions; and work with potentially dangerous equipment and chemicals.
• During Level 2 working conditions will be required to wear designated PPE up to and including full body suit, appropriate mask, etc.
• Established pattern of good work habits and performance with good interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications


Knowledge of custodial safety practices*

Skill in operation of equipment (electric scrubbers, buffers, basic tools, lawn mowers, weed eaters, and vacuum cleaners)
Knowledge of all applicable OSHA and/or Ohio University safety guidelines and procedures .

*developed after employment

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

Department
Utility Worker Services


Pay Rate


Pay Range |01|$14.43 - $18.30

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Job Open Date
09/14/2026


Posting Close Date


September 28, 2026

Job Category
Classified AFSCME 1699 Bargaining Unit appointment


Months

Planning Unit
Vice President for Finance & Administration


Work Schedule


Rotating Shifts
Work Hours: Varied
Workdays: Varied
Days Off: Varied
Location: Varied

Campus
Athens, Ohio


Expected hours worked per week
40 hours per week


Expected duration of assignment
Indefinite


Applicants may contact this person if they have questions about this position.
Jennifer Truax, (View email address on click.appcast.io)


Non-Discrimination Statement


Ohio University is proud of its rich history and as part of our ongoing efforts to provide and support a transformative learning experience, we affirm our commitment to fostering a welcoming and respectful workforce and community. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration free from discrimination on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military service or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, status as a parent or foster parent, or any other bases under the law. Ohio University is an equal access/equal opportunity employer.


Job Information


Employment Type
full-time regular


Job Family/Subfamily

Career Track & Level

Pay Grade
AFSCME|01|

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