General Laborer

Quonset Development Corporation; North Kingstown (RI); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization seeking a dedicated maintenance worker to perform essential tasks in building upkeep and grounds maintenance. This role involves a variety of manual tasks, from painting and repairs to operating heavy equipment like snowplows and tractors. The ideal candidate will possess a strong knowledge of mechanical equipment and tools, along with the physical stamina to handle demanding tasks. With a generous benefits package and opportunities for training and certification, this position offers a chance to contribute to a vital community service while advancing your career in maintenance. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Retirement programs with employer matches

Longevity pay

Job-related certifications paid

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• General knowledge of mechanical equipment and tools for building maintenance.
• Experience in operating motor vehicles and heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks including painting, repairs, and installations.
• Conduct grounds maintenance and operate heavy machinery.

Skills

Mechanical equipment knowledge

Hand tools proficiency

Power tools proficiency

Heavy equipment operation

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Snowplow

Push mower

Commercial walk behind mower

Farm tractors

Weed trimmers

Hedge trimmers

Job description

This position performs a variety of semi-skilled manual tasks and general and heavy labor as required in the maintenance of buildings and grounds.

Responsibilities:

• Performs a variety of maintenance tasks including the painting of buildings, walls and other surfaces, repair and installation of roofs, doors and window frames and the fabrication of partitions.
• Assists in repairing and installing plumbing, heating, electrical equipment and appliances.
• Performs ice and snow removal operations and other emergency work of the department.
• Grounds maintenance activities include landscaping, and require working with push mower, commercial walk behind and riding machines, farm tractors, weed, and hedge trimmers.
• Load and unload materials, assist in excavation work, and perform general laborer work as required.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Candidates must have general knowledge of mechanical equipment, standard practices, hand tools, power tools and processes involved in trades related to general building maintenance.
• Moderate to heavy physical effort required with frequent lifting in excess of thirty (30) pounds up to 100 pounds or more.
• Ability and experience in operating a variety of motor vehicles and heavy equipment including but not limited to a snowplow required.

Preferred:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One (1) to two (2) years of responsible maintenance experience.
• Class B Rhode Island Commercial Driver’s License (CDL); candidates will be considered who do not possess the Class B CDL but, if hired, will be required to obtain the license within 90 days of employment.
• Hoisting engineering license; candidates will be considered who do not possess the hoisting engineering license but may be required to obtain license at a date to be determined.

The salary range is $23.50 - $25.50 depending on experience and licenses.

Quonset Development Corporation offers a generous benefit package to full-time employees including Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, retirement programs with employer matches and longevity pay. Quonset Development Corporation pays for job related certifications and other job-related training and offers tuition reimbursement for qualified employees.

Interested candidates should send their resume by March 14, 2025, to: [e-mail]

QDC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that values diversity. Registered with the Department of Homeland Security as an E-Verify Employer.