About the role#
The University of South Florida is hiring an Engineering Student Assistant to support the Facilities and Safety department within the College of Engineering. This role provides operational support for mailroom activities, fleet maintenance, and laboratory management. You will work up to 20 hours per week in an on-site capacity at our Tampa campus.
What you'll do#
- Oversee mailroom operations, including the receipt, sorting, distribution, and tracking of mail and packages.
- Assist with departmental shipping and receiving tasks.
- Maintain College of Engineering fleet vehicles, including golf carts.
- Monitor laboratory equipment and resources in the Engineering DFX Lab.
- Provide user training on laboratory procedures, safety protocols, and operational guidelines.
- Assist with facility-related requests, such as maintenance work orders and equipment relocation.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment as an undergraduate student.
- Active eligibility to participate in the Federal Work-Study Program.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, specifically Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- A valid driver's license.
- The ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting and moving up to 50 pounds.
- Working knowledge of basic mechanical tools and physical measurement units.
Location & details#
- Location: Tampa, Florida.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Pay: $17.00 per hour.
- Schedule: Up to 20 hours per week, based on departmental needs and Federal Work-Study eligibility.
About University of South Florida
The University of South Florida is a public research institution founded in 1956. It operates across three campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, and Sarasota-Manatee. The university serves approximately 50,000 students from nearly 150 countries. Its research activities focus on global challenges and patent development.
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