What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Utility Associate position at Special-Lite Inc?
Job Title: Maintenance Utility Associate
Department: Plant
Reports to: VP of Manufacturing
Approved by / Date: P. Mahan / 04.2025
Supervisory Responsibilities: No
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The physical demands described in this job description must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Special-Lite will make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Position Summary: Cleaning production areas and support for Maintenance Department.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Empty and take out all production trash to trash compactor
- Cardboard to Baler (change out baler when required)
- Styrofoam recycling
- Make boxes for trash in Shop Departments if needed
- Empty paper recycling bin
- Empty aluminum scrap hoppers
- Sweep/vac aisleways in plant
- Order and put away janitorial supplies
- Outside trash cans and pick up debris around buildings/outside
- Empty all aerosol cans and recycle
- Assist with event (meeting/lunch) set-ups: drink selection/set-up, trash, etc.
- Assist maintenance staff on projects
Position Requirements:
- High school diploma or GED is required.
- Knowledge of workplace safety; including safe lifting procedures and using various cleaning supplies.
- Ability to read, comprehend and carry out instructions in written and oral form.
- Ability to pass forklift training/testing
Primary Physical Requirements:
- Frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate office equipment, and reach with hands and arms.
- Frequently required to talk and hear.
- Required to stand and walk.
- Frequently required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 70 lbs.
- Occasionally required to lift, push, pull and/or move up to 70 lbs.
- Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Required Safety Equipment:
- Safety glasses are always required on the production floor.
- Hearing protection is required in designated areas.
