Carpenter Painter Mason - ASRC Federal Holding Company

ASRC Federal Field Services, a Subsidiary of ASRC Federal Holding Company, is currently seeking a Carpenter/ Painter/ Mason at the Plum Island Animal Disease Research Center, located on Plum Island, NY. (1.5 nautical miles off North Fork of Long Island & 6 nautical miles off coast of Old Saybrook, CT). Marine transportation furnished by Government provided ferry.

Summary:

Provide support to operations and maintenance functions at research facility. Work as a team member or independently on a variety of painting and general repair tasks throughout the laboratory. Specific area of work assignments are dedicated to maintenance of animal holding areas within research laboratory. Painting and repair assignments throughout building occur as well. May provide guidance to trades helper in performance of work projects. Work is performed in a biocontainment laboratory environment. Work with masonry construction materials and a variety of masonry equipment to complete large and small repair and painting projects, including final finish and painting. Performs planning of specific projects to include identifying materials needs to ensure efficient utilization of time and materials. Outlines work projects to ensure appropriate and correct methods of repair and/or modification is achieved. Paints walls, fixtures and ceilings. Applies plaster or compound to patch holes and cracks in walls and ceiling to ensure bio-integrity of individual rooms. Outline work projects to ensure appropriate and correct methods of repair and/or modification is achieved.

Roles/Responsibilities:

* Must be able to wear a respirator for painting.

* Determine suitable method for ensuring achievement of bio-integrity goals in applying sealant materials.

* Prepare surface for painting by removing old finish or by placing putty or filler in nail holes and interstices and applying paint with spray gun or brush.

* Perform physical activities that require considerable use of your whole body.

* Utilization of appropriate PPE (personal protective equipment) such as safety shoes, hard hats, hearing, and eye protection is required. Ability to climb ladders, reach overhead and lift to 50lbs. Industrial work environment that may include loud noise, heat stress, work indoors and outdoors.

* Perform other duties as assigned by department manager.

High School Diploma or GED. Minimum two years’ experience in mason and/or painting work. Able to lift, carry, push, or pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Work schedule is subject to rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays. Ability to obtain & maintain required security clearances and must undergo a required physical examination and vaccinations.

As a condition for employment, all personnel entering the BSL-3 biocontainment facilities at Plum Island shall not be in contact with specific susceptible animals and their premises off Plum Island for a period of five (5) days after leaving biocontainment. Currently, restricted species are cattle, sheep, goats, deer, other ruminants, and swine. Contact with horses, birds (agricultural and pet birds) and rabbits are normally permitted, but restrictions may be placed on staff working with or near contagious agents affecting these species. Restricted livestock or other restricted animals may not be housed on the premises where the employee lives and where the quarantine cannot be enforced.

We invest in the lives of our employees, both in and out of the workplace, by providing competitive pay and benefits packages. This position offers an hourly rate of $43.57. Benefits include excellent medical, vision, & dental package which is 100% employer paid. Paid time off including Sick, Vacation leave and (11) paid Holidays. Additional benefits include 401k as well as pension and annuity plan options.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled