Laborer (full time, temporary) - 10 Positions to be Filled

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Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.

SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package , competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.

Posting Information This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

Requisition:
202600102S

Title:
Laborer (full time, temporary) - 10 Positions to be Filled

FLSA status:
Non-Exempt

Hiring Salary:
This position is a pay grade 02. Please see Pay Grade Table at: .

This is a full-time, temporary, non-benefits eligible position expected to end on or before two months from hire date.

Occupational Category:
Service Maintenance

Department:
Residence Life Maintenance

Division:
Division of Finance and Operations

Open Date:
04/17/2026

Open Until Filled:
Yes

Educational and Experience Requirement:
Less than a high school diploma with the ability to read and write. No experience required. Prefer any experience acquired in building maintenance, mechanical work, or related assignments. A combination of education, experience, and training that would produce the required knowledge and abilities could be considered.

Nature & Purpose of Position:
Responsible for performing a variety of unskilled manual tasks for Residence Life Maintenance.

This is a full-time, temporary, non-benefits eligible position expected to end on or before two months from hire date.

Primary Responsibilities:
Performs repetitive duties in the field of make-ready for Residence Life Maintenance; this includes but is not limited to changing light bulbs, using ladders, inspect and repair door hardware, inspect and repair plumbing fixtures such as faucets and toilets. Requires the ability to caulk and paint, repair and install mini-blinds, and conduct minor electrical repairs. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Other Specifications:
As required by assignments. Accurate in following specific oral and written instructions. Working conditions are continuously exposed to one or more disagreeable elements such as dirt, dust, heat, fumes, cold, noise, wet, vibration, poor lighting, or congested working area.

Full Time Part Time:
Full Time Temporary

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EEO Statement EEO Statement:
Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or protected veteran status. The University takes seriously the initiative to ensure equal opportunity in the workforce and to comply with Title VII as interpreted by the U.S. Supreme Court. Sam Houston State University is an at will employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security-sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code 51.215.

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