SUMMER SEASONAL - Facilities Operations Assistant 1 - Auburn FMS - Anticipated duration of employment through October 21, 2026

Duties

• Perform general grounds maintenance tasks such as clearing sites, mowing lawns, cutting brush and wood, trimming and removing trees and shrubs, maintaining roads and sidewalks, snow and ice removal, collection/pick-up of trash and other obstructions from the building and surrounding areas.
• Perform general facilities maintenance such as cleaning common areas, offices and restrooms, painting and moving furniture.
• Maintains automotive equipment and other machinery.
• Will perform various maintenance duties to ensure the overall facility operations are maintained to meet health and safety standards.
• When applicable, the individual will assist with maintenance requirements for the Nonmilitary Use Program.
• Will have limited utilization of computers for basic record keeping such as timesheets, work orders, calendaring, data entry, etc.
• Periodic overtime may be required
• Periodic travel may be required to other facilities; to attend training; or other requirements related to duties as needed.
• Other job duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Physically able to perform moderate to heavy physical labor.
• Work experience in maintenance, grounds work, construction, or other labor intensive work environment is preferred.
• Experience working independently with minimal supervision as well as preferred experience working with a crew on maintenance or construction type projects.
• Valid driver's license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of New York.
• Must be able to read and write in English.
• Ability to work comfortably at heights such as climbing ladders, working on scaffolds, platforms and lifts.
• Ability to push, pull, lift and carry heavy objects and equipment (50+ lbs.).
• Ability to work in confined spaces in accordance with requirements.
• Ability to work outside in various temperatures and inclement weather for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to operate and maintain tools, machinery and equipment required for craft to which assigned.