Facilities Laborer

Veolia•East Rockaway, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The incumbent is responsible for the maintenance and repair of buildings and grounds. The incumbent will possess a basic knowledge of electrical and all hazards. This role involves assisting skilled trades, performing preventive maintenance, custodial duties, and minor repairs on vehicles and equipment. The position also requires surface preparation for painting, sign lettering, and providing coverage for specific equipment during staffing shortages. A strong focus on health, safety, and environmental regulations is essential.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED is required.
At least one (1) year of related trade experience.
Able to utilize materials, methods, tools and equipment used in the day-to-day maintenance of buildings and grounds.
Ability to adhere to all policies and regulations regarding safety.
Ability to communicate written and orally.
Knowledge or ability to safely operate all hand or power tools equipment related to the job.
Must be familiar with all safety regulations and be prepared to work in and supervise confined space entry, and LOTO procedures (Training provided).
Ability to manipulate and understand the required functions of the Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Hold and maintain a NYS driver’s license.
Minimum (2) year on job site training.

Nice To Haves

Commercial Driver’s License Preferred
Ability to meet risk management guidelines.

Responsibilities

Assist skilled trade’s employees in performing operations and maintenance on plant equipment and buildings.
Perform preventive maintenance functions, including lubrication of equipment.
Disassemble and repack pumps.
Perform custodial and clean-up work on plant grounds including cutting grass, snow removal and trash pick-up.
Perform custodial work in buildings including sweeping, mopping, waxing, buffing, washing windows, scrubbing walls and vacuuming.
Perform manual labor functions as assigned.
Perform minor maintenance services on vehicles and equipment including washing, tightening chains, replacing cables and bolts, checking tire inflation and performing lubrication.
Perform regular checks of equipment condition, noting deficiencies and following maintenance scheduling procedures.
Clean and prepare surfaces to be painted.
Apply paint and varnish to buildings and equipment.
Perform sign lettering skills as assigned.
Recommend materials and supplies needed and maintain inventory.
Provide coverage for Bio-Solids Loader in the event of staffing issues.
Observe all on-the-job safety regulations.
Other related tasks as assigned.