SUMMER Seasonal - Facilities Operations Assistant - Rochester AASF - Anticipated

Duties

Under the supervision of a higher-level maintenance/custodial position or the Superintendent/Manager, Maintenance Helpers perform various custodial and facilities maintenance responsibilities. They often are assigned to tasks and/or provide assistance with activities typical of a variety of trade specialties such as carpentry, mechanical, electrical, motor equipment or painting. Such tasks involve the use of tools and equipment of a trade under very specific instructions.

On occasion, incumbents may operate motor vehicles and power‑driven equipment. The work may require light, medium and heavy physical effort in cleaning and caring for a building(s) and adjacent grounds area. The position may report to state and/or federal supervisory personnel. Incumbents of this position are considered essential personnel.

The position performs responsibilities in accordance with DMNA and labor agreement policies and procedures, and where applicable, requirements and standards of the National Guard Bureau (NGB) – current and as amended.

• Perform general grounds maintenance tasks such as clearing sites, mowing lawns, cutting brush and wood, trimming and removing trees and shrubs, maintaining roads and sidewalks, snow and ice removal, collection/pick‑up of trash and other obstructions from the building and surrounding areas.
• Perform general facilities maintenance such as cleaning common areas, offices and restrooms, painting and moving furniture.
• Maintain automotive equipment and other machinery.
• Carry out various maintenance duties to ensure overall facility operations meet health and safety standards.
• Assist with maintenance requirements for the Non‑military Use Program when applicable.
• Use computers for basic record‑keeping such as timesheets, work orders, calendaring and data entry.
• Periodic overtime and travel may be required to other facilities, for training or other duties as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Applicants must be physically able to perform moderate to heavy physical labor. Work experience in maintenance, grounds work, construction, or other labor‑intensive environments is preferred. Experience working independently with minimal supervision as well as working with a crew on maintenance or construction projects is preferred.

The following skills and requirements are required:

• Possess a valid driver’s license to operate a motor vehicle in the State of New York.
• Must be able to acquire and maintain a military driver’s license to operate military vehicles and equipment in compliance with NGB standards, including medical evaluation requirements.
• Minimum age 18 years.
• Read and write in English.
• Work comfortably at heights such as climbing ladders, working on scaffolds, platforms and lifts.
• Push, pull, lift and carry heavy objects and equipment (50+ lbs.).
• Work in confined spaces in accordance with requirements.
• Work outside in various temperatures and inclement weather for extended periods.
• Operate and maintain tools, machinery and equipment required for the assigned craft.
• Obtain and maintain a favorable background investigation, and an appropriate clearance for access to computer networks and restricted areas. At least a National Agency Check with Inquiry (NACI) is required; a SECRET clearance may be required depending on regulations.
• Maintain minimum standards in accordance with current statutes, agency requirements and directives. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary action or termination.

NOTE:

Position standards illustrate the nature, extent and scope of duties and responsibilities of the position described. Standards cannot and do not include all work that might be appropriately performed by the incumbent. The minimum qualifications above are those required for appointment at the time the Position Standards were written.