The University of Southern California (USC) Department of Facilities Planning & Management (FPM) is seeking a General Services Journeyman to join its team.
The Work You Will Do
The General Services Journeyman plays a vital role in supporting various operational tasks. Key responsibilities include moving, picking up, delivering, and installing equipment, furniture, and other materials as assigned. This role also involves hanging banners and signs, assisting with remodeling projects including demolition, supporting event setup and breakdown, and providing assistance to other trades as needed.
General Services Journeyman:
Moves, picks up, and delivers equipment, supplies, and/or other materials. Arrange access for furniture moves, as needed. Relocates office furniture, equipment, machines, lab materials, etc., as needed. Installs modular furniture and objects such as framed art on walls, as appropriate. Delivers and installs rental equipment and furniture, as assigned. Repairs custom equipment, as needed.
Assists with event set-up and breakdown.
Assists with remodeling projects, including demolition. Disposes of furniture and materials, as needed, according to university and state standards and guidelines.
Hang banners and signs from buildings and trees, as assigned. Fixes plexiglass maps as needed.
Operates forklifts and other heavy moving equipment. Operates specialized tools (e.g., jackhammers, pallet jacks, etc.) as required.
Assists other trades, such as carpenters, painters, etc., with a variety of duties related to trade under supervision.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested. The University reserves the right to add or change duties at any time
The hourly rate range for this position is $ 18.08 – 23.92. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
Job Qualifications:
The ideal candidate for the position of general service meets the following preferred qualifications:
1-year experience
All candidates for the position of must meet the following minimum qualifications:
Combined work experience and education as equivalent.
Less than one year of experience in moving furniture and general maintenance.
Experience driving 1 ½ ton trucks. Demonstrated ability to learn city and state building codes, OSHA rules and regulations, university standards, and other requirements for workplace safety.
Valid California driver's license with a minimum of 2 years driving experience.
About USC FPM
FPM (formerly named Capital Construction & Development / Facilities Management Services) is responsible for planning, developing, and maintaining the breadth of the facilities at USC, and is also dedicated to creating a safe environment for our USC community. Woven into every service, safety is of upmost importance. As FPM, this diverse group of innovative and talented professionals provide high quality facilities construction, operations and maintenance services at USC and serve as dedicated stewards of USC and FPM core values. FPM values employee recognition, accountability, collaboration, respect, and trust.
Come and join the FPM team – a team that works as trusted partners shaping an environment of innovation and excellence. Apply today!
Minimum Education: Less than high school Combined work experience and education as equivalent Minimum Experience:
REQ20157990 Posted Date: 01/12/2025 Apply Share this job Facebook LinkedIn X Email Work With Me
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