Laborer/Student Worker

Application Deadline:

11/28/2024

Salary Range:

$3,218 - $3,776 monthly

Position Title:

Laborer/Student Worker

Job Description:

This is a full-time, permanent position and is represented by a union.This recruitment may be used to establish a list of qualified candidates to fill current or future vacancies. 

What will you do? 
The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Oregon State Hospital(OSH),  Facilities Services Department in Salem, Oregon has a fantastic career opportunity for a Laborer/Student Worker to provide support to skilled trades and facilities maintenance workers in the Physical Plant during renovations, remodels and routine repairs. This position also functions as an escort to contractors to gain access to secure areas, assuring safety and security to patients, staff, and visitors.  This position does various duties and tasks assigned to the Physical Plant, under the supervision of a Physical Plant Manager. In supplying this support, we endeavor to provide a safer, more therapeutic atmosphere for clients and staff at Oregon State Hospital.

What's in it for you? The Oregon State Hospital is a team of passionate individuals working to promote health across the lifespan of individuals, families, and communities. We value and support unique perspectives using a trauma-informed approach and aim to reflect these values in our hiring practices, professional development, and workplace. We are committed to racial equity as a driving factor to improve health outcomes for all communities that experience inequities.

The Oregon Health Authority is committed to:

• Eliminating health inequities in Oregon by 2030
• Becoming an anti-racist organization
• Developing and promoting culturally and linguistically appropriate programs, and
• Developing and retaining a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce that represents the diversity, cultures, strengths, and values of the people of Oregon.

Minimum Qualifications: 

Must be enrolled at least half-time in high school or college.
OR
The appointing authority is responsible for recruitment and selection.

Desired Attributes: 

• Experience assisting various craftsmen, such as carpenters, electricians, plumbers and Facilities Maintenance Workers.
• Experience doing general clean-up of job sites, such as sweeping or vacuuming. 
• Experience doing minor repairs and routine maintenance to buildings and equipment.
• Experience with worksite safety and security.

Working Conditions: 

The employee works in a secure environment in contact and/or work with patients and or inmates on a daily basis.  Employee may be required to work hours subject to change with little notice.  May be required to work hours that exceed the regular schedule, i.e., work a double shift or a different shift in addition to regular schedule. This position often must work outside in inclement weather, work from ladders and scaffold, lift and carry heavy objects, work in unsanitary conditions and work independently.

Directions to Apply:

Please fill out the online application and submit a resume.

• External Applicants: Click the “Apply” button and submit your application. Click this link for the External Candidate job aid, and view this video for additional information.

The Oregon Health Authority is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer committed to workforce diversity and anti-racism.