Laborer

Commander, Navy Installations Command•Newport, RI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the Mid-Atlantic Region, Fleet and Family Readiness Program, Fleet Readiness Department, Fitness/Sports and Deployed Support Department, at Naval Station Newport in Newport, Rhode Island. The role maintains and operates clean indoor and outdoor fitness and aquatic facilities and spaces. The Laborer performs indoor and outdoor tasks to help the Fitness Director keep fitness facilities, surrounding grounds, and sports fields clean and maintained. The position may include facility cleaning and sanitation, general maintenance, groundskeeping, sports-field setup and upkeep, and handling supplies. The incumbent may also operate and perform routine maintenance or minor repairs on equipment used for outdoor facilities and sports fields. Other related duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
Ability to follow simple verbal and written instructions and carry out assigned duties independently.
Knowledge of basic cleaning and janitorial techniques and procedures.
Ability to use basic equipment, materials, and supplies to maintain a facility in a clean and sanitary state.
Ability to operate, perform routine maintenance on, and repair outdoor equipment used to prepare sports fields and facilities for sporting events.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license and be able to operate a variety of automobiles in the performance of duties.
Must pass applicable records and background checks, successfully pass E-Verify employment verification, and resolve any discrepancies as a condition of employment.
Must maintain the privacy of official work information and data and demonstrate the highest level of ethical conduct.
Physical activities include standing, walking, bending, turning, stooping, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling, and light lifting; some activities are prolonged. Must lift up to 50 pounds unassisted and heavier items with assistance.
Must be able to meet any position-specific selection requirements, which may include providing proof of education, medical screening, or drug testing.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory employment reference checks and a successful National Agency Background Check.

Responsibilities

Perform indoor and outdoor tasks to maintain clean fitness and aquatic facilities, grounds, and sports fields.
Operate power tools and equipment for outdoor facility maintenance, such as chain saws, hedge trimmers, tillers, chippers, snow blowers, tractors, trucks, and pressure washers.
Check and service equipment before use; make adjustments, minor repairs, or replace worn or damaged parts as needed.
Load, unload, transport, and store supplies, and stock shelves.
Sweep, mop, dust, vacuum, and clean customer service areas, lobbies, exercise rooms, bathrooms, showers, and locker rooms.
Sanitize, disinfect, and deodorize lavatories, urinals, and toilet bowls; replenish soap and paper towel dispensers.
Perform general maintenance, including touch-up painting, replacing light bulbs, washing and drying towels, and replenishing towels and restroom supplies.
Maintain outdoor areas, fields, and surrounding grounds by cutting grass, edging, weeding, raking, shoveling snow, and removing trash.
Prepare sports fields by lining fields, setting bases, securing windscreens, installing goals or goal posts, and moving bleachers; make repairs as needed or directed.
Buff floors and other surfaces using automatic waxing or buffing machines.
Wash walls, windows, blinds, and other surfaces, using ladders or scaffolding to reach high areas.
Perform other related duties as assigned.