Candidates who are blind or visually impaired and/or deaf or hard of hearing are encouraged to apply for this position and may be given preference in hiring as permitted by federal laws. Information related to disability is not required, and if disclosed voluntarily, will be used only in AIDB’s efforts to create opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Non-disclosure will not subject any applicant to adverse treatment

POSITION: Part Time General Labor Worker – AIDB Student Worker

LOCATION: Physical Plant Department -Talladega, Alabama

REPORTS TO: Building Service and Setup Foreman

ABOUT ALABAMA INSTITUTE FOR DEAF AND BLIND (AIDB)

Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB) is the world’s most comprehensive education, rehabilitation, and service program serving individuals of all ages who are Deaf, Blind, DeafBlind, multidisabled, and their families. Founded in 1858, AIDB serves more than 30,000 infants, toddlers, children, adults, and senior citizens with hearing and vision loss throughout Alabama each year.

Our services span a lifetime and include five campuses in Talladega, a statewide network of regional centers, Early Intervention services, traditional and nontraditional educational opportunities in residential, day, and outreach settings, and a manufacturing facility known as Alabama Industries for the Blind (AIB), the state’s largest employer of adults who are Blind. AIDB’s three K-12 schools — Alabama School for the Blind, Alabama School for the Deaf, and Helen Keller School of Alabama — provide specialized educational services that empower students to achieve their full potential.

Our employees are among the organization’s most valuable assets and resources. We share a commitment to leveling the playing field for all. Our mission makes AIDB a unique place to work.

About the Role

The General Labor Worker is responsible for providing essential labor support to the Physical Plant Department by assisting skilled trades personnel with maintenance, construction, grounds, renovation, moving, and campus improvement projects. This position performs a variety of manual labor tasks that contribute to the safe, efficient, and professional operation of AIDB's educational, residential, administrative, and support facilities.

The General Labor Worker supports carpenters, maintenance mechanics, electricians, plumbers, HVAC technicians, painters, grounds personnel, and other maintenance staff while helping maintain the appearance, safety, and functionality of AIDB campuses. This position requires flexibility, teamwork, physical stamina, and the ability to perform a wide variety of duties in both indoor and outdoor environments.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Eligibility & Basic Qualifications

Age Requirement: Must be at least 16 years of age.
Student Status: Must be actively enrolled as a student at Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB).
Academic & Behavioral Standing: Must maintain satisfactory academic performance, attendance, and behavioral standing as determined by AIDB.
Employment Eligibility: Must meet all employment eligibility requirements established by AIDB.

Note: Failure to maintain active student status or comply with AIDB expectations may result in removal from the apprenticeship program.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

General Facility & Building Maintenance Support

Shop & Tool Organization: Assist with organizing maintenance shops, work areas, tools, equipment, supplies, and cleanliness of maintenance storage areas.
Material Logistics: Stock maintenance materials, inventory items, and deliver tools and supplies to work locations.
Event & Facility Setup: Assist with furniture movement, assembling furniture, room setups, preparing classrooms and buildings for special events, and waste/recycling collection.
Surface Prep & Cleaning: Wash windows and glass doors, clean air vents and return grilles, clean equipment and maintenance vehicles, and assist with painting preparation (taping and cleaning surfaces).
Supervised Repairs: Replace light bulbs under direct supervision and promptly report facility/maintenance concerns to supervisors.

Grounds Maintenance & Landscaping

Litter & Grounds Care: Pick up litter and debris throughout campus, and clean sidewalks and outdoor common areas.
Landscaping Support: Assist with landscaping projects, campus beautification, watering flowers, shrubs, and landscaped areas.
Planting & Mulching: Assist with planting flowers and seasonal vegetation, and spread mulch under direct supervision.

Inventory & Warehouse Support

Inventory Control: Organize maintenance inventory, count inventory items, and restock commonly used supplies.
Warehouse Care: Label shelves, label storage locations, assist with receiving deliveries, and maintain organized warehouse areas.

Safety & Professional Expectations

PPE & Safety Standards: Wear all required personal protective equipment (PPE), follow safety instructions, participate in required safety meetings/training, and immediately report unsafe conditions, equipment malfunctions, accidents, or injuries.
Professional Standards: Report to work on time, maintain acceptable personal hygiene and appropriate dress, properly care for AIDB property/tools, and notify supervisors promptly if unable to report to work.
Confidentiality: Maintain strict confidentiality regarding student and employee information.
Policy Compliance: Must agree to comply with AIDB Student Handbook policies, employee policies applicable to student workers, PPD operating procedures, OSHA safety standards, drug-free workplace guidelines, harassment policies, and technology use policies.

Supervision & Performance Expectations

Supervisory Direction: Work under the direct supervision of designated Physical Plant Department personnel who will provide instruction, coaching, feedback, and performance monitoring.
Performance Expectations: Demonstrate dependability, initiative, respect, teamwork, responsibility, safe work habits, positive communication, a strong work ethic, and a willingness to learn.
Scope of Duties: Student apprentices shall only perform duties that are appropriate for their age, experience, and training, and shall NOT operate hazardous equipment unless permitted by law and authorized by AIDB.
Training Completion: Must successfully complete all required orientation and safety training prior to beginning work.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

The Student Apprentice position requires physical capability to perform entry-level facility and grounds tasks, including:

Performing manual labor duties appropriate for student workers in both indoor and outdoor settings.
Walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting, and carrying maintenance supplies and light equipment.
Working under direct supervision while utilizing designated tools, personal protective equipment (PPE), and safety gear.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

Upon offer of employment, the applicant must submit to a fingerprint background check at an agency designated and paid by AIDB. This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities, and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned.

SALARY: $15.25 per hour Scale C5 Rank 31

Direct Deposit is required