Laborer

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: https://www.csun.edu/about-csun .

Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Laborer performs physical tasks such as moving objects, assisting in cleaning projects, supporting construction activities, maintaining landscaping, operating equipment, responding to emergencies, and ensuring safe handling of supplies.

• Moves and lifts heavy objects such as furniture, equipment and supplies; assists in event set-up.
• Cleans assigned areas including activities such as removing construction debris; cleaning gutters, culverts, and other drainage structures.
• Assists trades and construction workers by performing unskilled tasks such as preparing work areas.
• Assists in maintaining landscape including pruning, trimming, and removing debris.
• Responds to emergencies and operates emergency equipment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Licenses: Valid California driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Ability to read and write English at a level appropriate to the duties of the position; and follow verbal and written instructions to.
• Demonstrated capability to safely lift, move, and handle heavy furniture, equipment, and supplies (up to 50 pounds), and perform physically demanding tasks related to campus event setups.
• Knowledge of basic cleaning techniques including debris removal, gutter and drainage maintenance, mechanical equipment cleaning, and recycling practices.
• Ability to perform general labor support tasks such as preparing construction sites, executing basic repair duties, patching pavement, and handling pick and shovel work effectively.
• Skilled in basic landscape maintenance tasks including pruning, trimming, spraying shrubs and trees, removing undergrowth, and preparing grounds using manual tools such as spades, hoes, and rakes.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver and more.
• Classification: Laborer / 6223 / grade 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $3680 - $3890 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $3680 - $5955 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Monday through Friday.
• This is a Regular position with a one-year probationary period.

General Information

• Applications received through July 8, 2025, will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until position is filled.
• This position is a sensitive position as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be 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.
• In accordance with the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN on-line application. To submit an application and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is set forth in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy . Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.

Advertised: Jun 25 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:

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• California State University (CSU) Northridge

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