What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Assistant position at Powder River?
Overview: Powder River Cattle Equipment Company is a leading provider of high-quality livestock handling equipment. With a rich history spanning over 80 years, we pride ourselves on delivering innovative solutions to enhance the efficiency and safety of cattle operations. We believe in fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Job description:
The maintenance assistant involves various tasks related to the upkeep and maintenance of outdoor areas, facilities, and equipment. The specific responsibilities of a maintenance assistant or yard tech can vary. Some common tasks associated with this role:
1. Grounds Maintenance: This may involve tasks such as mowing lawns, trimming hedges, weeding, and general landscaping to keep outdoor areas tidy and aesthetically pleasing.
2. Equipment Maintenance: Responsible for the maintenance and repair of equipment used in outdoor work, such as lawnmowers, trimmers, and other machinery.
3. Safety Inspections: Ensuring that outdoor areas are safe for use. This may include inspecting walkways, fences, and other structures for damage or hazards.
4. Irrigation System Management: Responsible for its upkeep, including checking for leaks and making necessary repairs.
5. Snow Removal: Clearing snow and ice from walkways and parking lots.
6. Waste Management: Proper disposal of yard waste and outdoor trash.
7. Pest Control: Responsible for managing pests, such as rodents, insects, or weeds that could affect outdoor areas.
8. Record Keeping: Keeping records of maintenance tasks performed, materials used, repairs, inspections for future reference and compliance, and any safety concerns.
9. Routine Inspections: Conducting regular inspections of equipment or facilities to identify maintenance needs and report issues to the maintenance supervisor.
10. Minor Repairs: Performing minor repairs and maintenance tasks, such as replacing light bulbs, fixing leaks, or patching walls.
11. Assisting Skilled Technicians: Assisting more experienced maintenance technicians in complex repairs and tasks that require specialized skills.
12. Cleaning and Upkeep: Cleaning and maintaining common areas, workspaces, and tools to keep them organized and in good condition.
13. Safety Compliance: Ensuring that safety protocols and guidelines are followed during maintenance activities to prevent accidents and injuries
Qualifications:
- Knowledge of Warehouse and Manufacturing environment.
- Knowledge of yard equipment a plus.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Basic computer skills for record-keeping and maintenance tracking.
- Ability to lift heavy objects and work in various conditions.
- Strong communication skills and ability to work both independently and in a team.
- Mechanical aptitude a big plus
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 36 4 Work schedule
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday-Thursday- 6am-3:30pm
Work Location: In person
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
Experience:
- Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Provo, UT 84606 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Provo, UT 84606: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $19