Facilities & Grounds Maintenance Specialist

After more than 60 years of industry leadership, Viaflex is dedicated to utilizing years of expertise and has committed to the continuation of innovative thinking for years to come. Our team is currently over 400 team members strong and covers six locations. We are seeking passionate individuals to help us on our mission to create solutions that are thinner, lighter, and stronger – together. 

 The Viaflex team finds its passion in creating film and sheeting solutions that outperform and outlast. With a focus on preserving customer assets and protecting Earth’s resources, Viaflex creates liners, covers, and barriers that make a positive impact in the markets we serve. From design and manufacturing to on-site installation, our highly skilled team never stops striving to improve.

SUMMARY:

We are seeking a Facilities & Grounds Maintenance Specialist to ensure a clean and safe environment through custodial duties, grounds upkeep, and basic maintenance. The role requires teamwork and flexibility to support various tasks while maintaining high cleanliness and safety standards.

 ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Custodial Duties:

-       Perform daily cleaning of manufacturing floors, including sweeping, scrubbing, and removing debris to maintain a safe and clean environment.

-       Clean walls, handrails, walkways and other areas as directed to ensure cleanliness and functionality.

-       Perform touch-up painting and cosmetic improvements on floors, walls, and other facility areas.

-       Monitor and clean water buildup around silos and other equipment.

-       Monitor breakroom equipment including appliances, coffee machines, and other items for proper function and perform maintenance as required.

-       Backup Day Porter duties as needed.

Grounds Maintenance:

-       Maintain the grounds surrounding the facility by mowing lawns, trimming shrubs, and removing weeds to keep the property orderly.

-       Remove leaves, debris, snow, and ice from walkways and building entrances to ensure safe access to the facility.

-       Apply ice-melt or salt as necessary to maintain safety in winter conditions.

-       Winter hours will be flexible due to snow events.

Basic Maintenance:

-       Assist in moving and arranging equipment, furniture, and other items as needed throughout the facility.

-       Assist in perform light facilities maintenance and repairs as needed.

-       Report malfunctioning equipment, safety hazards, or required repairs to the Facilities Manager for prompt attention.

-       Assist in minor carpentry tasks, such as repairing walls, ceilings, or doors as needed.

 Teamwork and Flexibility:

-       Demonstrates Viaflex Team Member Values through daily actions and interactions.

-       May be called upon to perform additional duties of a related nature or assist other areas as needed.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

I.                Pursuing high school diploma or GED

II.              High school diploma or GED

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously, without close supervision. Problem-solving abilities. Ability to identify waste and creatively look for solutions. Ability to work with high level of confidentiality. Capacity to be flexible and multitask. Proficient with computers, including Microsoft Office. Ability to communicate effectively with team members and leadership staff.

 PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

Physical Requirements: Required to sit, stand, walk, bend, and reach. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Working Conditions: Exposure to a normal office environment. Position may occasionally require entering a production environment, including exposure to noise, fumes, moving machinery, and varied temperatures. Must be able to work effectively in varying environmental conditions, including both cold and warm temperatures.

  BENEFITS TO YOU:

Not all benefits are created equal, but we have got you covered. Viaflex not only offers a wide range of benefits that encourage wellness and preventative care, but we also provide the right tools and programs to help you achieve it.  Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, company-paid life and disability insurance and 401k.   We offer workplace flexibility policies to promote work/life balance in addition to paid time off (PTO) benefits.  Team Members can also take advantage of additional benefit programs such as education assistance, our onsite fitness center or fitness center reimbursement, employee assistance program (EAP) and much more.

 EEOC STATEMENT:

Viaflex is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.