GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Be able to read, speak, and understand English.
• Must be able to receive clearance from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives (BATFE).
• Must complete Bloodborne Pathogen training.
• Must have a general knowledge of all safety work rules and practices.
• Must know how to safely operate power mower, power hedge trimmers, weed eaters and tractor with mower and loader attachments.
• Be able to maintain assigned grounds in neat and orderly fashion by using powered landscaping or snow removal equipment and hand tools as needed.
• Must hold a valid state driver's license.
• Must be able to report to work on weekends, day, or night during inclement weather events.
• Must be able to perform duties at various locations of facility and other facilities, which may require use of personal or Company vehicle.
• Must be able to work independently and be self-motivated.
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision.
• Be able to work and communicate well with others.
• Be able to work all overtime as required.
JOB DUTIES :
• Maintain grounds, Magazines, storage buildings, test sites, paths, and roadways according to weather and facility's maintenance schedule per assignment list provided by Supervisor.
• Responsible for communicating with Supervisor, or designee, if leaving assigned area so that proper notification can be made in the case of an emergency.
• In appropriate season cuts grass, weed eats, trims and cuts trees and removes leaves using Company provided power and hand tools.
• Perform minor maintenance, lubrication, and cleaning to assigned power equipment. Refer problems of a more serious nature to a Maintenance Supervisor, or designee for necessary repairs.
• Conduct litter patrol in assigned areas, remove and dispose of trash.
• Remove dirt and wood that has fallen from barricades.
• Fill in potholes in asphalt roadways and walkways.
• In winter months, using tractor or shovel remove snow and ice to clear sidewalks, roadways, loading docks, doorways, fire hydrants, and storm drains as directed by Supervisor or designee.
• Check and fill salt tubs before and after snow and ice events.
• Fill in for or assist Custodians as needed.
• Notify Purchasing Manager of supplies needed on a weekly basis.
• Drive Company pickup truck for work assignments or to obtain needed supplies from designated vendor off site.
• If Company vehicle not available must be able to use personal vehicle for performance of duties. (Mileage reimbursement is paid for use of personal vehicle).
• Must be committed to ISO and the company's Quality Management System using process approach and risk-based thinking methodologies.
• Shares accountability for the effectiveness of the Quality Management System.
• Obey all company work and safety rules.
• Perform all other duties as required by the Supervisor or designee.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
• Must have sufficient strength and manual dexterity to operate power equipment.
• Must be able to lift, push and pull up to 50 lbs. on a continuous basis, unassisted.
• Must be able to lift more than 50 lbs., with assistance.
• Must be able to stand, bend, walk and move about the plant facilities throughout the course of the shift.
• Must be willing and able to work outdoors all year round