Grounds Laborer

ABOUT ALEUT FEDERAL

At Aleut Federal, we believe the company and its mission are just as important as the job you are applying for. Aleut Federal is an Alaskan Native-owned enterprise whose purpose is to support our “Shareholders,” the Unangax, the indigenous people of the Aleutian Islands of Alaska. People are at the core of everything we do. We support our Shareholders by providing excellent service and quality results to our clients, and the various branches of the federal government. We engage in our local markets, so community service is embedded into our process.

Our culture nurtures the strength of our workforce through mentorship and coaching, providing opportunities for growth, and competitive benefits. We support and encourage diversity, inclusion, and accountability at every level.

The Aleut Federal motto is “We are One” because we truly believe that with one heart, one mind, and one purpose, we can accomplish our mission and be an organization anyone would be proud to be a part of.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Grounds Laborer will maintain grounds of industrial, commercial, or public property including camp and picnic grounds, parks, playgrounds, and athletic fields, and will operate ground equipment in the completion of daily job duties.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Use hand and arm signals to direct other operators.
• Tie-down equipment and cargo load on stake bed trucks and flatbed trailers.
• Operate hand sweeper for sweeping, roads, parking areas, etc.
• Operate Lawn Maintenance equipment such as mowers, edgers, and trimmers.
• Rake and remove leaves and other natural debris.
• Performs other duties as directed by the Supervisor/Crew Leader

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Experience in operating small trucks and ground maintenance equipment.
• Experience maintaining grounds like position requirements.
• Timely completion and accuracy of all work
• Knowledge of performing and documenting complete operational checks for all equipment
• Ability to adhere to contract requirements, safety and health regulations, and Company policies.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Working knowledge in handling hazardous materials, safety, and environmental concerns.
• Must be able to perform work both indoors and outdoors as needed.
• Frequently exposed to noise, dust, dirt, and other related hazards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling up to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to do the following for a period: stoop, kneel, reach, lift, walk, weed whack, and sit.
• Some climbing and balancing.
• The position requires work outside up to 8 hrs. per day and exposure to inclement weather conditions or other work conditions by nature.
• Generally, the job requires 15% sitting, 40% walking, and 45% standing.
• High noise levels are common with general maintenance.
• Must have the ability to maintain assigned work hours.
• Must have sufficient endurance to perform tasks over long periods of time.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Limited physical accommodation is available.
• This role requires work in a non-office setting, outdoors, and industrial locations.
• Work requires exposure to heat/cold, noise, dust, mist, and/or fumes.
• Requires the ability to climb ladders and work at heights.
• Requires wearing personal protective equipment such as safety glasses, fall protection harness, protective-toe footwear, gloves, hard hat, and hearing protection.
• Work hazards include electrical shock, confined spaces, and noise hazards.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess a valid State Driver’s License.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Must be able to obtain a favorable National Agency Check (NAC) per contract.
• Must be a legal U.S. Resident per contract.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in the English Language per contract.

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