Laborer

Job ID: req4695 Employee Type: nonexempt full-time Division: Facilities, Maintenance & Engineering Facility: Frederick: Ft Detrick Location: PO Box B, Frederick, MD 21702 USA The Frederick National Laboratory is operated by Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. The lab addresses some of the most urgent and intractable problems in the biomedical sciences in cancer and AIDS, drug development and first-in-human clinical trials, applications of nanotechnology in medicine, and rapid response to emerging threats of infectious diseases. Accountability, Compassion, Collaboration, Dedication, Integrity and Versatility; it's the FNL way. Program Description The Facilities Maintenance and Engineering (FME) Directorate is responsible for laboratory space, administrative space, infrastructure, campus landscape, planning, and design, and construction management at Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research. Key Roles/Responsibilities Load, move, and transport heavy equipment; assist with equipment setup and the handling of industrial, laboratory, and facility-related items. Operate forklifts, trucks up to 10,000 GVWR, vertical lifts, jib rigs, snow blowers, garden tractors, utility tractors, and small hand and power tools. Transport, deliver, and set up equipment and supplies at onsite and offsite facilities. Assemble shelving, office furniture, and related equipment. Maneuver and transport materials and equipment weighing in excess of 500 lbs. on a frequent basis with the assistance of forklifts and other material-handling equipment. Perform groundskeeping and general landscape maintenance throughout the campus, including mowing, trimming, edging, weeding, leaf and debris removal, and other routine grounds maintenance activities. Operate and maintain groundskeeping equipment, including lawn mowers, string trimmers, blowers, garden tractors, utility tractors, and other landscaping tools and equipment. Assist with seasonal grounds maintenance, including spring and fall cleanup, removal of leaves and vegetation debris, and maintenance of landscaped and common outdoor areas. Maintain sidewalks, walkways, roadways, loading areas, and other exterior spaces by removing debris, vegetation, snow, and ice as required. Assist with snow and ice removal operations, including operating snow blowers, tractors, and other snow-removal equipment and applying deicing materials as directed. Perform routine inspection, cleaning, and basic care of groundskeeping tools and equipment and report equipment requiring repair or maintenance. Perform work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions and occasionally in environments that are dusty, noisy, or may contain work hazards. Participate in a rotating 24-hour call-in schedule for emergency repairs, snow and ice response, and other facility needs. Log delivery and work activity and status digitally and/or by hand as required. Communicate effectively and work cooperatively as part of a team. Follow established safety procedures when operating vehicles, powered equipment, landscaping equipment, and hand tools. Work in areas with the potential for exposure to biological, chemical, animal allergens, and other laboratory-related hazards. Perform other operations, maintenance, groundskeeping, and facility support duties as assigned. Basic Qualifications Possession of a high school diploma or equivalent. Foreign degrees must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency. No work experience required with a high school diploma. Must have and maintain a valid State Driver's License issued by the state in which the candidate resides.Must have no more than 3 demerit points in the previous twelve (12) months or five (5) demerit points in the preceding thirty-six (36) months as determined by the Leidos Biomed Use of Government Owned or Leased Vehicles Policy. Ability to perform physical duties, including manually lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs. Ability to perform sustained physical and outdoor work, including walking, standing, climbing stairs, bending, stooping, kneeling, and working in confined areas. Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions while performing groundskeeping, snow removal, material handling, and other facility maintenance activities. Ability to work in an environment with potential exposure to particulates, vapors, noise, and other environmental or workplace hazards. Basic computer skills. Basic understanding of power hand tools, use and operation. This position is considered safety sensitive and will be subject to random drug testing per the Leidos Biomedical Research Drug Free Workplace Program. Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance. Preferred Qualifications Experience with groundskeeping, landscaping, lawn care, or general exterior facility maintenance. Experience operating lawn mowers, string trimmers, blowers, garden tractors, utility tractors, snow-removal equipment, or similar grounds maintenance equipment. Knowledge of safe practices associated with groundskeeping, landscaping, industrial construction, and support equipment. One (1) year of forklift experience. Experience working for sustained periods performing manual labor indoors and outdoors. Experience performing snow and ice removal. Awareness of general provisions governing hazardous materials in transportation.

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This position is subject to working with or has the potential for exposure to animals(s) and/or animal material(s). This position is subject to working in or have the potential to exposure to high noise levels for extended periods of time required medical clearance. Commitment to Non-Discrimination All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, color, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws. Pay And Benefits Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available here

34,400.00 - 60,200.00 USD

The posted pay range for this job is a general guideline and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include, but are not limited to, responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as internal equity, and alignment with market data. The salary range posted is a full-time equivalent salary and will vary depending on scheduled hours for part time positions #J-18808-Ljbffr BioSpace