Laborer (MVO)

United States Department of Homeland Security • Cape May, NJ

375d

About The Position

The Laborer (MVO) position at the U.S. Coast Guard's Training Center in Cape May, NJ, involves providing general labor support to various trades such as gardening, carpentry, and maintenance. The role primarily focuses on operating heavy equipment and performing maintenance tasks to ensure the upkeep of the facility's grounds and infrastructure.

Requirements

• Ability to perform the work of the position without more than normal supervision.
• Knowledge of work practices including keeping things neat and clean.
• Ability to interpret instructions and specifications.
• Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment.
• Dexterity and safety awareness.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in volunteer work through National Service programs.
• Familiarity with operating various types of heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining roads and grounds.
• Operating heavy equipment including dump trucks, backhoes, and street sweepers.
• Providing preventive maintenance for heavy equipment.
• Serving as a pest management liaison to control vermin infestation.
• Setting up and rearranging tables, chairs, or bleachers.
• Standing fire watch for special projects.
• Operating complex riding mowers.

Benefits

• Federal salary payments made by direct deposit.
• Encouragement for persons with disabilities to apply.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Administration of Economic Programs
• Education Level: No Education Listed