Operations Assistant

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Hourly Rate:$17.50 per hour ($18.09 beginning July 1, 2025); non-exempt classification

Duration:
Academic Year (Fall/Spring) with the possibility of extension

Work Schedule:
Up to 20 hours/week (no more than 999 hours per calendar year) Schedule developed with the Operations Coordinator

Training Period:

Two months with the possibility of extension

General Statement:

Under the general supervision of the Operations Coordinator, the Operations Assistant provides maintenance support to the University-Student Union (U-SU). The Operations Assistant is responsible for performing varied maintenance tasks and projects for the general upkeep, repair, and maintenance of the U-SU facility.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs routine tasks in cleaning, sanitizing, disinfecting, and maintaining the U-SU facility;
• Operates and maintains equipment and supplies;
• Empties trash receptacles, sweeps, dusts, vacuums, and spot cleans;
• Cleans restrooms, floors, walls, windows, mirrors, dusts and polishes furniture and woodwork, and restocks supplies;
• Performs vacuuming, carpet cleaning, floor stripping, waxing, and steam cleaning;
• Assists with moving, arranging, and setting up furniture and equipment;
• Performs non-technical repairs and maintenance;
• Report any unusual occurrences to supervisors;
• Provides quality customer service to the University community;
• Provides information about the University-Student Union and the University to the campus community;
• Greets all guests and directs guests to the appropriate resource;
• Maintains an awareness of all University-Student Union and University activities and events;
• Assists staff with projects and events, and may assist staff with leading Maintenance Aides on projects;
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled Cal State LA student with a minimum of six undergraduate units and a minimum G.P.A. of 2.0, or graduate student with at least four graduate units and a minimum Cal State LA cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0;
• Willingness to work with an ethnically diverse and culturally pluralistic student body and staff;
• Ability to interact positively and build effective working relationships;
• Willingness to provide effective customer service promptly and courteously;
• Ability to respond to walk-in and other inquiries;
• Proficient oral, written, and listening skills;
• Strong organizational skills: the ability to prioritize, complete assigned duties, and perform varied tasks;
• Strong interpersonal and group communication skills in a team environment;
• Must be self-motivated, able to adapt to changing workloads, and have some independent judgment;
• Experience using various maintenance equipment, desktop and web-based applications, and office equipment;
• Ability to lift 70 pounds;
• Ability to perform tasks involving regular physical activity;
• knowledgeable of methods, materials, and equipment for custodial work;
• Knowledgeable of proper use, care, operation, and safety procedures of maintenance tools;
• Mechanical aptitude and maintenance background preferred;
• Customer service experience preferred.

A background/live scan (including a criminal record check) must be completed satisfactorily for an employment offer to remain valid. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current employees who apply for the position required.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.