Only current FDNY employees will be considered

The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) is the largest Fire Department in the United States and universally is recognized as the world's busiest and most highly skilled emergency response agency. The Department's main goal is to provide fire protection, emergency medical care, and other critical public safety services to residents and visitors in the five boroughs. FDNY members are sworn to serve and protect life and property and the Department works to continually educate the public in fire, life safety and disaster preparedness, along with enforcing public safety codes. Since its inception in 1865, FDNY has helped lead efforts to make New York the safest big city in the nation. This accomplishment requires a steadfast and daily commitment to maintaining the Department's core values.

The Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY) seeks a full-time City Laborer to support facility operations, maintenance activities, and logistical functions within the Bureau of Facilities Management. Reporting to Carpenters supervisor, the selected candidate will move, lift, and transport materials and equipment of varying sizes; assist with exterior upkeep, basic landscaping, and general building support; maintain storage areas; and make deliveries throughout the five boroughs. Duties include operating hand and power tools, motorized equipment, forklifts, and City vehicles to support daily operations and facility needs.

Under supervision, City Laborers assist skilled trades and maintenance staff with repair, upkeep, and improvement projects involving buildings, paved surfaces, and related infrastructure. Work may include assisting with repairs, material removal and replacement, site preparation, cleaning and clearing drains or basins, mixing, and using concrete, and supporting safe excavation and backfilling activities. Employees load and unload equipment and supplies, operate motorized equipment, and perform physically active work such as lifting, bending, climbing, and working outdoors in varying weather and environmental conditions. Work schedules may include evenings, weekends, and holidays as operational needs require.

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Minimum Qualifications

1. There are no formal education or experience requirements for this position.
2. There are certain medical and physical requirements.
License Requirements
Possession of a Motor Vehicle Driver License valid in the State of New York.

Preferred Skills

Valid NYS Drivers License

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

As a prospective employee of the City of New York, you may be eligible for federal loan forgiveness programs and state repayment assistance programs. For more information, please visit the U.S. Department of Education’s website at https://studentaid.gov/pslf/.

Residency Requirement

New York City residency is generally required within 90 days of appointment. However, City Employees in certain titles who have worked for the City for 2 continuous years may also be eligible to reside in Nassau, Suffolk, Putnam, Westchester, Rockland, or Orange County. To determine if the residency requirement applies to you, please discuss with the agency representative at the time of interview.

Additional Information

The City of New York is an inclusive equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.

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