Building & Grounds Tech I

Fredericksburg VA

Description

Position Title: Buildings and Grounds Tech I Status: Reports to: Director of Buildings and Grounds Supervisory Responsibilities: None Function: Assist with the preservation, repair, maintenance, security and improvement of properties and structures located within Ferry Farm and Kenmore Historical Sites. Education/Experience: High School Diploma/GED Skills: Must have the ability to operate equipment or have the ability to learn how to operate equipment to include tractors, power tools, trucks, excavators and misc. hand tools. Must have the ability to communicate verbally and in writing. Physical Demands: Must be able to walk, stand, crawl, squat for extended periods. Must be able to lift in excess of 50lbs. on a regular basis. Must be able to perform work in excess of 20 ft. Other requirements: Must pass criminal background check. Must have valid driver’s license. Work Environment: Must be available to work evenings, Holidays and/or weekend shifts as needed. Must be able to work in all weather conditions. Responsibilities to Include but Not Limited to: • Complete all work assigned in a timely and efficient manner using established safety practices. • Utilize knowledge of trade skills to complete daily tasks as directed by the Buildings and Grounds Department with or without supervision. Trade skills can include the following: • Painting, Carpentry, Plumbing, Landscaping, Turf maintenance, Forestry, Electrical, HVAC services, Metal working, Roofing, Custodial and other skills required to maintain the properties and structures. • Work in conjunction with other departments and staff to provide support for event setups, emergency response efforts and all other service requests within the Buildings and Grounds scope of work. • Operate, utilize and maintain all tools, supplies and equipment on the property to complete tasks assigned by the department. • Communicate completion of assigned tasks in a detailed manner to the department. • Report any safety issues, concerns or incidents involving staff or visitors immediately to the Buildings and Grounds Foreman or Department Head. • Follow all procedures, rules and guidelines adopted by the Department and the George Washington Foundation. Report any infractions to the Foreman or Department Head. EOE. Full time with benefits.