Facilities Grounds & Heavy Equipment Assistant

BioSpace; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health and Wellness programs

Paid Leave

Retirement

Job summary

Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. is seeking a Facilities Laborer to load, transport, and set up heavy equipment and materials across Frederick National Laboratory. The role requires operating forklifts and delivery vehicles, with emphasis on groundskeeping, maintenance, and safety compliance.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid state driver’s license. The job includes a rotating 24-hour call schedule and outdoor work in varying weather conditions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid state driver's license with limited demerits.
• Ability to perform physical duties including lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Basic computer skills and familiarity with safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Load, move, and transport heavy equipment and materials daily.
• Operate forklifts, trucks up to 10,000 GVWR, and related equipment.
• Conduct groundskeeping and landscape maintenance across campus.
• Assist with snow and ice removal and seasonal grounds tasks.
• Log delivery work activity and communicate with team on safety.

Skills

Physically fit

Driver's license

Basic computer skills

Forklift experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Leidos Biomedical Research, Inc. is seeking a Facilities Laborer to load, transport, and set up heavy equipment and materials across Frederick National Laboratory. The role requires operating forklifts and delivery vehicles, with emphasis on groundskeeping, maintenance, and safety compliance.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a valid state driver’s license. The job includes a rotating 24-hour call schedule and outdoor work in varying weather conditions.