Grounds Maintenance Worker Jobs in Rochester, NY

Requisition Number: 77014

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How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​  

​At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​   

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Corning’s businesses are ever-evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, automotive, and solar markets. We are changing the world with: 

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
• Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 
• Solar polysilicon, wafers, and innovative photovoltaic modules, enabling low-cost solar energy solutions

• Perform and document routine site inspections, including annual inspections of ladders, fire extinguishers, cranes, hoists, and other designated equipment.
• Complete monthly inspections of fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, GFCI outlets, and other safety-related systems.
• Coordinate monthly records management activities.
• Support waste and recycling programs to ensure proper handling, collection, and disposal of materials.
• Oversee daily compost management activities in accordance with site procedures.
• Assist with chemical disposal activities and maintain organization and compliance within the chemical storage building.
• Manage monthly slurry jar collection, tracking, and processing activities.
• Support the evaporation and handling of process slurries following established environmental and safety procedures.
• Perform general light building maintenance and assist with facility upkeep as needed.
• Support seasonal and outdoor site maintenance activities, including salting and shoveling, as required.
• Maintain schedules, inspection logs, and related records accurately and in a timely manner.
• Follow all environmental, health, safety, and housekeeping requirements.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams to support site operations and compliance needs.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures.
• Good organizational and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to manage routine responsibilities on a daily, monthly, and annual schedule.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work well with others.
• Basic problem-solving skills and a willingness to learn.
• Ability to work independently with general supervision.
• Ability to perform hands-on work in a manufacturing environment.
• Basic computer skills for tracking inspections, records, and schedules.

• Ability to perform physically active work, including frequent walking, standing, bending, and lifting throughout the shift.
• Ability to perform ladder work safely.
• Ability to work outdoors as needed in varied weather conditions.
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) required while on the manufacturing floor and while performing tasks involving potentially hazardous materials.

Schedule:

• 6:00 am- 2:30 pm or 7:00 am- 3:30 pm.

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is ​$26.75 hourly rate - $29.63 hourly rate.  Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. 

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We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, gender, age, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Corning is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and considers requests for reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws. Individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs may request reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, or access other benefits and privileges of employment. To submit a request for reasonable accommodation related to disability or religion, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.