Job Information
University of Southern Mississippi Utility Crew Lead in Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Utility Crew Lead
The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Utility Crew Lead.
Position Details
Location Hattiesburg
118 College Drive
Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001
United States
Division Residence Life
Position Type Staff
Employment Status Full Time
Grant Funded No
Salary Range 12.31 - 16.08
Pay Grade
N03
Posting Close Date Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please include resume with application.
Job Summary
Supervises and participates in various unskilled and semi-skilled duties of a routine maintenance nature to include moving office furniture and equipment and assist in property control.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Supervises and participates in loading and unloading furniture, supplies, and equipment; moves departmental materials, schedules moves with departments. Plans and schedules work for the group ensuring proper distribution of assignments and adequate manning, space, and facilities.
Supervises the loading and unloading of materials and equipment, ensures delivery at designated locations utilizing a variety of equipment as required.
Maintains equipment assigned to crew in a safe operating condition and maintains departmental property in TMA system. Oversees and participates in the input of information in the inventory, property, and vehicle management databases (Asset Works). Updates changes in property databases and performs annual inventory audits for State compliance.
Inspects work to ensure compliance with work requests.
Maintains records and prepares reports reflecting work operations, personnel data, and problem areas and supervises inventory.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in a timely, fair, and objective manner, and performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one year of Furniture and Appliances Delivery and Inventory Management or related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience; Commercial Class D Driver's License.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Knowledge of University policies and procedures, professional standards and regulations.
Knowledge of transporting property techniques and procedures, and the use of transporting materials, tools, and equipment.
Knowledge of asset inventory policies and procedures.
Skill in managing one’s own time and the time of others while monitoring/assessing the performance of self, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Utilize dolly, pallet jack, baler, forklift, and University vehicle. Also use of standard hand tools such as hammers, pliers, and screwdrivers.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with professional composure and the ability to react and respond quickly and calmly in emergency situations.
Ability to listen to, understand, and follow instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.
Ability to work successfully as a member of a team and independently with moderate supervision.
Basic knowledge and skill of maneuvering within a Microsoft Windows environment and within software applications such as Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel. Basic knowledge and skill on Internet browsers such as Chrome, Firefox and Internet Explorer. Basic knowledge and skill of using email.
Ability to obtain a driver’s license prior to employment.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
Prefer 2 years of work experience in similar or related field of work, familiarity with computer based time clock and familiarity with maintenance work order systems.
About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.
As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.