What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Assistant position at Forefront Foam?
Maintenace Assistant
We are looking to employ a dedicated and reliable maintenance assistant to maintain our facilities and perform regular cleaning tasks. The maintenance assistant's responsibilities include removing trash and recyclable materials, and operating densifier as needed, as well as attending training, safety programs, and staff meetings. You must be able to follow directions and be self-motivated.
To be successful as a maintenance assistant, you should be hard-working, have good hand-eye coordination, and able to lift heavy objects as required. Ultimately, an exceptional maintenance assistant should be able to safely operate hand and power tools as well as demonstrate excellent problem-solving and time management skills.
Maintenance Assistant Responsibilities:
- Completing minor repair work, which included changing filters, changing lighting fixtures, and most basic facilities upkeep.
- Performing basic plumbing tasks, which includes unclogging drains as well as fixing leaking faucets and toilets.
- Performing regular cleaning duties, which includes sweeping, dusting, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Maintaining all outdoor areas, which entails mowing, trimming, and edging the lawn as well as shoveling snow and ice as required.
- Inspecting control panels and electrical wiring to detect any issues that require immediate attention.
- Taking inventory of maintenance supplies and notifying the Supervisor of low or depleted supplies.
- Promptly responding to requests for emergency repairs and clean-ups.
- Ensuring that all maintenance equipment is in good working order.
- Know how to operate forklift and scissor lifts safely
Maintenance Assistant Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED.
- Sound knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, and electrical wiring.
- Proven general maintenance experience.
- The ability to safely operate hand and power tools as well as cleaning equipment.
- The ability to lift heavy objects.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Excellent time management skills.
- Effective communication skills.
- Good hand-eye coordination.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Maintenance: 2 years (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Mishawaka, IN 46544 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $20