Facility Operations Assistant 1, Pilgrim Psychiatric Center, P28342

Facility Operations Assistant 1 duties include:

• Maintain the cleanliness of all patient living areas; all wards, including common areas such as the day room, to ensure joint commission standards are maintained
• Move heavy furniture
• Trash removal, picking up infectious waste, cleaning of bodily fluids
• Handling soiled linen and clean linen laundry
• Operate self-propelled and motorized equipment, such as burnishers, walk behind floor scrubbers, lawn mowers, pumps, compressors, vehicles, small trucks, and light construction equipment.
• Clean debris, garbage and hazards for the entirety of the outside campus
• Assist in snow removal in concert with the Work Control Department to include all ground walkways and sidewalks.
• Assist with setting up for grounds special events to include setting up outdoor tents, job fair signage and tables, and blood drives.

• Candidate must be physically able to perform the duties of the position and must be able to communicate effectively to obtain and convey information. When required to operate a motor vehicle, applicants must possess a valid New York State driver’s license appropriate for the type of vehicle to be operated. Additional Comments All OMH employees receive a generous benefits package including:
• NYS medical, dental, & vision insurance
• Access to tuition assistance programs
• Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
• Paid time off – 13 paid vacation days in the first year, 5 paid personal days, 13 paid holidays, & paid sick leave
• NYS Retirement programs Background checks will be required. This position is eligible for a Down State adjustment of $4,150.