Facilities Maintenance Assistant

Job Summary

The Facilities Maintenance Assistant is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment across Raulli & Sons’ two facilities located on Teall Avenue (Syracuse) and Kirkville.

Essential Job Duties

• Maintain and clean industrial equipment on a schedule.
• Perform minor repairs and assist with major repairs on various types of equipment.
• Empty trash and recycling bins; perform general housekeeping.
• Reliably operate snowplow equipment.
• Safely handle general yard work, weed control and debris cleanup.
• Perform general maintenance needs such as facility repairs.
• Shovel and/or salt main walkways during winter months when requested to ensure safe entryways.
• Perform general equipment inspections as required.
• Travel between Teall Avenue and Kirkville facilities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

Prior janitorial, custodial, or general maintenance experience preferred but not required.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and committed to maintaining clean, safe environments.
• Good communication skills and willingness to report supply or maintenance needs.
• Reliable transportation to travel between company facilities.
• Regular attendance is required.

Certificates and Licenses

• Valid NYS Drivers License

EQUIPMENT LISTING (MACHINES, TOOLS & SOFTWARE)

• Standard hand and power tools.
• Safely operate truck mounted snowplow.
• Utilize electronic equipment for diagnosing, researching repairs.
• Basic communication tools (phone, email for reporting as needed).

MENTAL AND VISUAL DEMAND

• Requires attention to detail to maintain cleanliness standards.
• Requires awareness of surroundings to identify safety hazards or maintenance issues.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES AND DEMANDS

• Moderate Lifting: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds on rare occasions, with assistance.