Student Assistant - Recycling Assistant (Sac State students only)

The University Union on the campus of Sac State is seeking two student assistants to assist with collection and recycling of cardboard and other recyclables in and around the Union and WELL facilities.

Conditions of Employment

This is a part-time, temporary, non-benefited, student position. Employment in all positions with University Enterprises, Inc. is dependent upon the mutual consent of University Enterprises, Inc. and the employee. This means that either University Enterprises, Inc. or the employee can, at any time, terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause.

UEI does not allow employees to hold more than one UEI Job at a time, or work in more than one college or center per pay period. UEI employees who are considering leaving their current UEI Student assistant position for a different UEI student assistant position should inform their supervisor in writing and provide at least a week’s notice.

Depending on the type of position you are applying for, a pre-employment background check consisting of one or more of the following may be conducted: employment history, professional references, criminal check: educational verification (degree, license, or official transcript), or driver clearance. Applicants will be required to pass required pre-employment checks to the satisfaction of University Enterprises, Inc. (UEI) and the hiring Agency or Department.

Prerequisites

Students working at the University Union or The WELL must be attending classes at Sacramento State during the regular term (Fall, Spring), and enrolled in a minimum of nine (9) semester units for undergraduate students or six (6) semester units for graduate students.

Majors/Fields of Study

Engineering , Construction Management.

Work Schedule

Shifts available Monday-Saturday. Schedule varies. Final work schedule to be determined by supervisor.

Additional Work Schedule

Student Assistant and Graduate Assistant employees generally work up to 20 hours per workweek (Sunday – Saturday) during the academic year and up to 40 hours per workweek during breaks; (winter, spring & summer).

Compensation

$16.90 per hour

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to stand for long periods of time. Ability to operate machinery. 
• Demonstrated ability to understand and follow oral and written directions in English.
• Ability to work outside in extreme heat or cold.
• Must have a valid California Driver’s License and proof of automobile insurance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous bailing experience is preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive a golf cart and trailer to collect cardboard cages and recycling in and around the Union and WELL.
• Load cardboard into bailing machine.
• Make bails.
• Move and stack bales.
• Keep accurate records of bail logs.
• Report any problems or damage to machinery to supervisor.
• Ensure supplies are stocked and on hand for bailing process.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Physical Requirements

Ability to work outside in extreme heat or cold. Ability to lift up to 50lbs with assistance.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in an outdoor environment. Continuous contact with staff and patrons. Frequent contact with campus community and the public.

Application Instructions

Please complete all fields of the employment application. Include your educational history in the “Educational Experience” section and any employment history in the “Employment Experience” section of our application. In addition to your resume, please upload the following documents:

• Schedule of availability.
• Apply by Monday 2/28/2025

Apply by: 11/2/2026