Site Services Technician

Position Summary

Site Services Technician is responsible for performing a variety of routine manual tasks in maintaining the appearance and conditions of grounds, walkways, roads and buildings at NY Creates.

• Performing a variety of routine, manual tasks in maintaining the appearance and conditions of grounds, walkways, roads and buildings at NY Creates
• Cleaning grounds, roadways, and structures by sweeping, raking, shoveling, plowing, mowing, and removing litter.
• Assisting in site preparation, planting, and maintenance of various plants and grass; installing and maintaining fences, guide rails, signs, and walkways
• Snow removal of parking lots and walkways; operating lawn mowers, plows, tractors, trucks, and related power equipment; mounting and dismounting major assemblies, such as plows and salt spreaders
• Maintaining vehicles and equipment by cleaning, lubricating, and replacing simple parts such as wipers, tires, and batteries
• Assisting in the daily operation of NY Creates through support of general site services.
  
  Duties include:
• Performing a variety of routine and basic construction, maintenance, and repair tasks
• Cleaning, lubricating, and maintaining electrical and mechanical machinery, equipment and tools; transporting material and tools to site work locations; lifting and placing equipment such as ladders and scaffolds
• Removing materials preparatory to repair and construction through use of hand tools; mixing and applying concrete, mortar, paving materials, paints and other substances
• Replacing fuses, light bulbs, washers, faucets, and shelving; performing minor maintenance repairs, such as unclogging drains, cutting sheet metal, fixing/replacing hinges; general custodial maintenance; assisting in exterior/interior painting
• Setting up and removing furniture, partitions, displays and equipment for office moves, conferences, meetings and special events
• Moving furniture, office equipment and records
• Assisting in the receiving and shipping of various materials
• Picking up and delivering supplies and equipment
• Loading/unloading trucks; inspecting site areas to determine damage and hazards
• Removing obstructions and/or making simple repairs, reporting need for additional repair
• Other reasonable duties as assigned

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Ability to communicate with supervisor, members of work crew, and community concerning work activities
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instructions; written communications are generally restricted to completing simple forms and reports
• Ability to use tools, machines, equipment and materials required of assigned projects; physically perform the duties assigned, including heavy labor at times; ability to climb ladders and work at heights on scaffolds and platforms
• Working knowledge of safety standards and procedures
• Possession of a valid New York State driver's license is required for certain vehicles required of this position
• This position is contingent on the satisfactory completion of a background check; annual background checks may be required

• Three (3) years' experience in grounds and maintenance work

• Medical, Vision, and Dental
• Competitive Pay and PTO
• Flexible Health Spending and Dependent Care Accounts
• Basic / Optional Life Insurance
• Post-Retirement Health Insurance
• Employer contribution of 7% of earnings to a Basic Retirement plan after meeting one year of service
• Optional employee contributed retirement account

257 Fuller Road, Albany, NY 12203

• Night Shift receives a shift differential of 15% from 7:00pm-7:30am; a minimum of 4 hours must be worked during these hours to receive shift differential
• Posted salary rates are determined upon experience and education

NOTE:

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