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NYS Department of Environmental Conservation · 4 days ago

Facility Operations Assistant 1

Staten Island, NY

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$17/hr - $17/hr

The NYS Department of Environmental Conservation is seeking a Facility Operations Assistant 1. This role involves inspecting and patrolling areas for safety compliance, performing routine maintenance tasks, and operating various equipment.

Environmental ConsultingNon ProfitOutdoors

No H1B

Responsibilities

Inspects, checks and patrols areas to detect vandalism or non-adherence to safety procedures; reports defects, possible hazards or potentially dangerous conditions

Performs routine and unskilled work such as carrying supplies and equipment, erecting ladders & scaffolding, cleaning, removing materials from construction sites, preparing surfaces & painting, digging ditches, loading & unloading trucks, performing rough carpentry, cleaning

Operates self-propelled and motorized equipment, such as lawn mowers, pumps, compressors, vehicles, small trucks, light construction equipment, electric pallet jacks, forklifts, and snow removal equipment

Loads and unloads heavy equipment, supplies, and furniture by physically lifting items or operating equipment

Qualification

Physical abilityEquipment operationUnderstanding instructionsNegotiating difficult terrain

Required

Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position

Must be able to understand and carry out written or oral instructions

When required to operate motor vehicles, incumbents must possess a valid New York State driver's license appropriate for the type of vehicle being operated

Must have a valid driver's license or demonstrate the ability to meet the transportation needs of the position

Must be able to negotiate difficult terrain

Must be able to work in remote areas

Must be able to work in adverse weather conditions

Travel may be required

Overtime may be required

Overnight travel may be required

Weekends and holidays may be required

Must be available to respond to after-hours emergencies

Must be able to lift and move objects up to 40 pounds

Company

NYS Department of Environmental Conservation

The dedicated professionals of New York State’s Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) are passionate about the outdoors and protecting the environment.

Founded in 1970