Facilities Grounds & Equipment Operator

Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research is seeking a Laborer to load, transport, deliver, and set up heavy equipment and facility items. The role involves operating forklifts and various tools, performing groundskeeping, and helping with outdoor maintenance across indoor and outdoor spaces.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid state driver’s license, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and willingness to work in varying weather.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; foreign degrees evaluated for US equivalency.
• Ability to perform physical duties including lifting up to 50 lbs and outdoor work in varying weather.
• Must have valid state driver's license with acceptable demerit points.
• Basic computer skills and ability to learn log-keeping systems.
• Safety-sensitive position with potential for random drug testing and security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Load, move, and transport heavy equipment and materials.
• Operate forklifts and other small to mid-size equipment.
• Transport, deliver, and set up equipment at onsite facilities.
• Perform groundskeeping and landscape maintenance tasks seasonally.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety of work areas; log activities.

Skills

Physical strength

Outdoor work

Basic computer skills

Security clearance awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Power hand tools

Job description

Frederick National Laboratory for Cancer Research is seeking a Laborer to load, transport, deliver, and set up heavy equipment and facility items. The role involves operating forklifts and various tools, performing groundskeeping, and helping with outdoor maintenance across indoor and outdoor spaces.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid state driver’s license, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and willingness to work in varying weather.