Job Description

Laborer - Multiple Positions

GENERAL DUTIES

Under direct supervision, performs common unskilled laboring work requiring physical strength but little skill or training. Moves, lifts and carries items of various weights and sizes. May be required to operate motor vehicles and equipment in connection with the performance of duties. Performs related work.

• Moves, lifts and carries heavy objects and materials. May make use of hand or power-driven equipment in the performance of these duties. Mows, prunes, cultivates and maintains lawns, shrubs and trees. Assists in grading, seeding, planting, sodding, cultivation and fertilizing. Operates manual and/or power- driven equipment in the performance of the above tasks.
• Assists in the development and exhibition of botanical collection and in the provision of appropriate care for planting lawns.
• Regulates the use of campus areas and facilities in accordance with campus rules and regulations.
• Makes periodic inspections and performs required maintenance on outdoor equipment, fences, walks, campus grounds, beaches, etc.
• Engages in general maintenance and clean-up activities in outdoor areas of the campus and surrounding areas.
• Clears debris, snow and ice from walkways, stairs and other byways for safe access.
• Rakes and clears leaves from grounds and surrounding areas.
• Operates equipment including mowers, leaf blowers, snow blowers, trimmers, tractors, trucks, chain saws, forklifts and related equipment required in the performance of these duties.
• Assists skilled craftsmen.
• Engages in waste management operations.
• Loads and unloads heavy equipment and materials at loading/unloading platforms as well as moving or delivery vans or trucks.

CONTRACT TITLE

Laborer

FLSA

Non-exempt

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

1. There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position.
2. There are certain medical and physical requirements for this position.
3. License Requirement - Possession of a Motor Vehicle Drive License valid in the State of New York. For appointment to certain positions, possession of a Class B Commercial Driver License valid in the State of New York may be required. There may be certain age requirements to obtain this license.

The full specification is available on our web site at:

COMPENSATION

Salary: $75,690

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must include a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references (email and telephone). Please upload all materials as ONE DOCUMENT in doc, pdf, or rtf format.

You may only apply online through the CUNY.edu job board.

To apply:

Please go to

Filter by Job Location by clicking on York College. The title of this position is Laborer, Job ID # 29729. Click on the title to view the entire job announcement.

Click the ???Apply Now??? tab and follow the prompts from there, including creating an account or logging into a previously created account.

York College/CUNY is an EEO/AA/IRCA/ADA Employer.

CLOSING DATE

February 12, 2025

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

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Location

York College

About CUNY York College

"York College provides students with a one-of-a-kind educational experience. It offers many qualities of a major university, including a distinguished faculty and strong pre-professional programs. At the same time, students benefit from individualized attention and a strong sense of community. Centrally located in Queens, York College is accessible by car, bus, subway, and the Long Island Railroad. Easy access to the rest o Queens and New York City enables students to pursue community service and internships as part of their curriculum."

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