Facilities Maintenance Assistant in Syracuse, New York at Raulli and Sons, Inc.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Facilities Maintenance Assistant is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and organized environment across Raulli & Sons’ two facilities located on Teall Avenue (Syracuse) and Kirkville. This position plays a key role in supporting daily operations by ensuring work areas, equipment, common spaces, and offices meet safety standards. The Facilities Maintenance Assistant works with the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor, completing tasks across both locations, and takes pride in contributing to a professional and welcoming workspace for employees and visitors.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:

• Maintain and clean industrial equipment on a schedule.
• Perform minor repairs and assist with major repairs on various types of equipment.
• Empty trash and recycling bins; perform general housekeeping.
• Reliably operate snowplow equipment.
• Safely handle general yard work, weed control and debris cleanup.
• Perform general maintenance needs such as facility repairs,
• Shovel and/or salt main walkways during winter months when requested to ensure safe entryways.
• Perform general equipment inspections as required.
• Travel between Teall Avenue and Kirkville facilities as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience:

• Prior janitorial, custodial, or general maintenance experience preferred but not required.

Skills & Abilities

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time efficiently.
• Dependable, self-motivated, and committed to maintaining clean, safe environments.
• Good communication skills and willingness to report supply or maintenance needs.
• Reliable transportation to travel between company facilities.
• Regular attendance is required.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Valid NYS Drivers License

EQUIPMENT LISTING (MACHINES, TOOLS & SOFTWARE):

· Standard hand and power tools.

· Safely operate truck mounted snowplow.

· Utilize electronic equipment for diagnosing, researching repairs.

· Basic communication tools (phone, email for reporting as needed).

MENTAL AND VISUAL DEMAND:

• Requires attention to detail to maintain cleanliness standards.
• Requires awareness of surroundings to identify safety hazards or maintenance issues.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Facilities Maintenance Assistant does not have supervisory responsibilities

Moderate Lifting: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 25 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds on rare occasions, with assistance.