Trades Helper

ASRC Federal Holding Company • Orient, NY

49d • Onsite

About The Position

ASRC Federal Field Services, a Subsidiary of ASRC Federal Holding Company, is currently seeking a Trades Helper at the Plum Island Animal Disease Research Center, located on Plum Island, NY. (1.5 nautical miles off North Fork of Long Island & 6 nautical miles off coast of Old Saybrook, CT). Marine transportation furnished by Government provided ferry. Key Role: Provide support to operations and maintenance functions at research facility. Work alongside higher-level tradesmen and/or independently on a variety of maintenance tasks; may include maintenance in electrical, mechanical or plumbing. Building maintenance and repairs such as painting and simple repairs. Assist in the performance of repairs and maintenance of facility equipment, motorizes and non- motorized equipment and general facility maintenance; duties include, but are not limited to preventive maintenance tasks on mechanical and electrical equipment structures. Operate equipment as assigned and directed. Perform building maintenance inspection tours. Organize, assemble and deliver tools and supplies for maintenance tasks to work site. Routine tasks such as delivery of supplies, ground keeping and painting.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED.
• Must possess (2) years of general experience in applicable crafts, with mechanical and electrical experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently or as a team with minimal supervision.
• This is a position essential to the facility operation. Work schedule is subject to rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.
• This position requires the successful applicant to obtain and maintain the required security clearance or other authorization within the necessary timeframe required by applicable contract. Possess a valid driver license and must undergo required physical examination and vaccinations.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to become an active member of the PIADC Fire Brigade. Fire rescue experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to operations and maintenance functions at research facility.
• Work alongside higher-level tradesmen and/or independently on a variety of maintenance tasks; may include maintenance in electrical, mechanical or plumbing.
• Building maintenance and repairs such as painting and simple repairs.
• Assist in the performance of repairs and maintenance of facility equipment, motorizes and non- motorized equipment and general facility maintenance; duties include, but are not limited to preventive maintenance tasks on mechanical and electrical equipment structures.
• Operate equipment as assigned and directed.
• Perform building maintenance inspection tours.
• Organize, assemble and deliver tools and supplies for maintenance tasks to work site.
• Routine tasks such as delivery of supplies, ground keeping and painting.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees