Job Duties

　　Receive and unpack shipments; load and unload furniture and supplies; transport items on, to, and from Ithaca College and participate in setting up and assembling miscellaneous office furniture, desks, cabinets, and other equipment.

　　Drive, operate and inspect trucks, vans and other college vehicles and equipment used in the set up and delivery of furniture, desks, cabinets and other equipment; inspect vehicles and perform minor maintenance; record and maintain required mileage sheets.

　　Assemble, move, load, and unload residence hall lounge and room furniture. Loft and un-loft beds per student requests and as required for special events. Set up and remove furniture for temporary residence hall housing.

　　Support special campus events to include set up and take down of equipment and materials such as chairs, tables, tents, bleachers, and stages; operate a forklift and other light equipment as needed.

　　Communicate effectively with clients, co-workers and supervisors by responding to questions; giving directions and providing advice as appropriate.

　　Deliver supplies, maintain records and assist with inventory control.

　　Maintain storage areas in a clean and orderly condition.

　　Participate in mandated training courses for safety-sensitive employees.

　　Participate in the training and instruction of new employees in the operation of trucks and related equipment; provide training and direction to student movers.

　　Participate in snow removal to include shoveling sidewalks and entry ways.

　　Participate in special projects as assigned.

　　Job Qualifications

　　High school diploma and a minimum of two years related experience; a valid NYS driver’s license; experience driving and operating moving vans or trucks; forklifts, carts, and elevators;, ability to regularly climb stairs, lift, move, or carry 80 lbs.; experience using various hand tools and assembling furniture; good written and verbal communications skills, demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and varied tasks, and work well independently and as part of a team, and the flexibility to work occasional nights and/or weekends are required.

　　Application Instructions

　　Interested applicants must apply online at http://ithaca.edu/jobs/ and attach a resume and cover letter. Questions about online application should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-8000. Screening of applications will begin immediately.

　　Visa sponsorship is not provided for this position.

　　Hiring Rate

　　$17.00 per hour. We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including work/life balance, generous paid time off policies, career-enhancing trainings, educational benefits, and opportunities to give back to the community. Beyond benefits, you’ll enjoy the kind of uniquely rewarding work environment that can only be found in a vibrant college community. For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit https://www.ithaca.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits-wellness

　　At Ithaca College, a comprehensive residential campus community of approximately 5,000 students, we strive to be at the forefront of the higher education landscape. We offer a distinct integrative learning experience that makes students ready for the personal, professional, and global challenges of our age.

　　We seek candidates who embrace integrative learning and want to be a part of this exciting time in Ithaca College history. We encourage creative collaboration and innovation in our faculty and staff, providing support and resources for them to grow in their fields and lead students to their own innovative ideas and achievements.

　　We welcome different ways of thinking and look for candidates with unique points of view and life experiences. We are inclusive of individuals with a wide range of cultural, personal, and professional backgrounds, talents, and skills. Our campus is a vibrant and rewarding community where diverse minds can learn, succeed, and excel.

　　When reviewing candidates, we are looking for indicators of a number of core competencies. Prospective candidates must be adaptable, collaborative, inclusive, respectful, responsive, results driven, and sustainable. They must communicate effectively, demonstrate leadership, exhibit professional integrity and ethics, take initiative, value personal and professional development, and show that they will engage in the college.

　　Nestled in the heart of New York State’s scenic Finger Lakes region, Ithaca College sits atop South Hill overlooking picturesque Cayuga Lake and is just minutes away from the city center. Combining small town warmth and charm with the vibrancy of a college community, the thriving and culturally diverse city of Ithaca has been rated by Kiplinger’s as one of the top 10 places to live in the United States.

　　To learn more about Ithaca College, visit us at http://ithaca.edu