Facilities Operations Assistant 1 - VID 226214

NYS Office of General Services; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The NYS Office of General Services is seeking a custodial worker in New York to maintain cleanliness of office spaces, restrooms, and common areas across multiple facilities.

The role involves light maintenance, operation of cleaning equipment, and adherence to written and oral instructions. This full-time position requires physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and compliance with safety policies.

Qualifications

• Must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to read, speak, and understand English.
• Preferred: valid New York State motor vehicle operator's license appropriate for vehicle operated.

Responsibilities

• Clean buildings, facilities, restrooms and restock supplies.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities, and grounds.
• Collect and dispose of trash, mow lawns, and snow removal by shovel or power equipment.
• Move furniture and equipment as part of custodial duties.
• Replace light bulbs and clean fixtures, floors, stairs, and partitions.

Skills

English proficiency

Read instructions

Valid NYS driver's license

Job description

Duties Description

• Clean buildings, facilities, (including) restrooms and restock supplies.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair of buildings, facilities, and surrounding grounds using the appropriate tools and equipment.
• Perform other maintenance tasks such as collecting and disposing of trash, mowing lawns, and snow removal by shovel or powered snow removal equipment.
• Move furniture and equipment in the performance of custodial functions.
• Replace light bulbs; wash and dust fixtures, furnishings, floors, corridors, stairs, stairwells, and partitions using appropriate supplies and equipment; including ladders and scaffolding.
• Pick up and remove hazardous articles from floors and equipment and place them in designated receptacles or appropriate locations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Operating Needs

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to work at heights using ladders, scaffolding, platforms and boom lifts.
• Ability to operate small equipment including lawnmowers, snow blowers, weed eaters, floor buffers, vacuums, etc.

Shift: Monday-Friday, Various.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must be physically able to perform the tasks of the position and able to understand and carry out written or oral instructions.

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants must be able to read, speak, and understand English, and must possess a valid New York State motor vehicle operator's license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated.

Additional Comments

The Office of General Services (OGS) is an equal opportunity employer, and we recognize that diversity in our workforce is critical to fulfilling our mission. We encourage applicants from all communities to apply.

For a full version of OGS's EEO/AA statement and benefits joining Team #OneOGS, please visit http://www.ogs.ny.gov/employment.