Temporary Laborer

Position Title:

Temporary Laborer Compensation:

17.50

Department:

University Apartments Office -

Temp Start Date:

05/04/2026 About this opportunity: Work hours will be Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. However, hours may vary depending on assignment needs, project timelines, and operational demands during the summer maintenance period. Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. What you'll do and what you'll bring:

Position Function:

Under supervision, perform duties related to basic maintenance of University Residence Halls by means of manual processes, complying with appropriate regulations and codes.

Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Assist in demolition and clean-up of flooring using manual and power tools. 2. Perform basic repairs on faucets, washers, dryers, sinks, etc. 3. Perform painting, sanding and scraping of walls within residence halls. 4. Perform basic repairs on reciprocals, light switches, lamps, etc. 5. Perform basic repairs to door hinges, furniture, windows, closets, etc. 6. Assist with minor lock and passage set repairs. 7. Operate portable power tools for basic maintenance. 8. Move furniture and other items and remove trash from work sites as needed. 9. Move and work on ladders reaching up to 12 feet. 10. Measure with tape measures and rulers on job sites. 11. Clean and maintain all department equipment and tools as required, clean-up worksites, and report damaged tools and equipment to supervisor. 12. Perform other related duties as assigned. 13. Maintain regular and predictable attendance. The above listed essential functions require varying degrees of independence, judgment, and discretion. All of the above listed tools, activities, functions, requirements and conditions will be used in varying degrees.

NOTE:

The duties/responsibilities of this position, and the percentage of time required to perform those duties/responsibilities may vary significantly based on shift assignment and decisions of management. All of the above duties/responsibilities are to be performed at the standards set by management.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School graduate or equivalent (GED). 2. Able to lift up to 80 pounds occasionally and 40 pounds frequently. 3. No allergies to soaps and other cleaning chemicals. 4. Must be able to read and comprehend all specified policies and procedures for safety, hazardous materials information, University policies, procedures and communications, and perform basic mathematical functions. 5. Must possess and maintain a valid Drivers License and be insurable under the university's auto fleet policy, if required by assignment. 6. Must be able to perform all mental and physical requirements as outlined in each job duty. 7. You must be 18 years or older. Requires successful completion of a background check. Requires successful completion of a drivers license check.

How to apply:

Please follow upload instructions to attach all of the required supporting documents listed below:

NOTE:

Do not use the Autofill feature for resume. Cover Letter (Optional) Resume For inquires reach out to: Tony Davidson Supervisor of Maintenance University Apartments +1 (765) 2855129 (Office) cadavidson2@bsu.edu Goodness requires action to grow. We're dedicated to doing our part to keep goodness growing in Muncie, at our university, and as far beyond as possible. That's where you come in. When you join our team, you become part of goodness in action.

Our main priority:

uplifting students so they can discover their full potential. This is how we fly. There are about 3,000 full-time faculty and staff in the Ball State University work family. Each brings unique gifts to help us be the kind of institution we want to be. In return, we do our best to take care of them through comprehensive medical and dental plans, a Health Savings Account (which we contribute to), and a whole range of wellness, retirement, and other benefits like covering the cost of tuition at Ball State for you and your family. We can offer you more. Where you live matters just as much as where you work. We get it. That's why we've invested since the very beginning in making our hometown work. On campus, find state-of-the-art facilities and one-of-a-kind arts and cultural events. In Muncie, you'll find a warm and welcoming community with affordable housing and a vibrant downtown arts, food, and music scene. What could be better? You here - for starters. Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status. Ball State provides accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the position. Contact the Assistant Director of Equal Opportunity and ADA Coordinator, John Bowers, at 765-285-5163 for assistance. People and Culture Services Administration Building (AD), Room

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