Facilities Maintenance Assistant

Overview of the Maintenance Assistant role

·         Performs routine and basic janitorial, grounds upkeep, as well as maintenance tasks at the Rejuvenation manufacturing facility. 

Responsibilities

Performs daily and routine housekeeping and cleaning tasks, to include: 

o   sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, polishing floors  

o   washing and dusting surface areas  

o   disposing of waste, garbage, and recyclable materials 

o   cleaning, disinfecting and upkeep of bathrooms, kitchen, and lunchroom area and restock disposables.

o   sweeping and washing exterior surfaces and removing external litter and refuse. 

·         Maintains cleaning equipment and keeps storage areas clean and organized. 

·         Assists with facilities improvements projects including occasional painting and construction clean-up. 

·         Follows up on completed work orders to ensure satisfactory completion of projects.   

·         Requires the use of power and non-power hand tools (i.e.,drills, hammers, wrenches, etc.) 

·         Promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.

·         Performs cleaning functions based on seasonal/project requirements.

·         Requires the use of powered equipment (carboard baler) and other cleaning equipment and appliances.

·         May assist or perform minor maintenance, such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting furniture, or other similar activities.

·         Performs routine minimal cleanup of parking lot and walkways.

·         Performs other duties as assigned. 

·         May be required to handle chemicals (PPE provided as needed) 

Criteria

·         1-year prior experience of janitorial or construction clean-up, as well as performing simple maintenance tasks

·         Ability to safely use power and hand tools.

·         Working knowledge of general safety practices, such as not mixing certain chemicals, using the right equipment, wear appropriate personal protective equipment. 

·         Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision. 

·         Ability to work with high sense of urgency and in deadline driven environment. 

·         Moderate levels of active listening, writing, mathematics, critical thinking, equipment selection, trouble shooting, and repairing 

·         Moderate levels of coordination, service orientation, and equipment maintenance 

·         High school diploma or equivalent 

·         Ability to stand, walk, talk, and hear.   

·         Ability to frequently move, lift or carry heavy objects or materials up to 75 pounds.   

·         Ability to climb and perform work from ladders. 

Work Environment
Work is performed in a manufacturing setting. There may be exposure to flying particles and airborne particles, chemicals, fumes, flammable materials, dirt, grease, and electrical equipment (Personal Protective Equipment provided). Work near moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to humid, hot, or cold conditions as well as exposure to high noise levels. Work will also frequently be performed outside, with exposure to all weather conditions.