Utility Plant Helper

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Please provide three professional references in the application form. Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police);
Act 151 (Child Abuse); and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.

Posting Number

Posting Number N01182

Classification Title

Classification Title Utility Plant Helper

Working Title

Working Title Utility Plant Helper

Employee Group

Employee Group Staff

Bargaining Unit

Bargaining Unit AFSCME

Location

Location Main Campus

Department

Department Heating Plant

Pay Rate

Pay Rate $34,217

Employment Type

Employment Type

Regular FT

Work Schedule

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

Assist in the operation of boilers and auxiliary equipment; enter data from water tests and readings from boilers into the computer; clean boiler interiors and plant area; load fuel into storage area; remove ashes; work swing shifts on a five-week rotational basis.

Minimum Qualifications

A successful campus interview and passing a criminal background check required.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants that have worked in a utility plant setting; basic computer skills (Microsoft Office Suite); and experience working with diverse populations.

Posting Date

Posting Date 11/17/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled No

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Chief Human Resource Officer
205 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057

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Special Instructions to Applicants

Please provide three professional references in the application form. Recommended candidate will be required to complete criminal background checks, including Act 34 (State Police);
Act 151 (Child Abuse); and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.

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