Maintenance Worker-4PM-12AM

Salary

This is a full-time Non-Exempt, Fully Benefitted position. The anticipated salary for this position is $41,000.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the repair, maintenance, and improvements of buildings, roads, and mechanical systems to ensure operational efficiency and safety.

Essential Responsibilities

• Perform repairs, maintenance, and improvements on buildings, roads, and mechanical systems.
• Conduct general maintenance in both interior and exterior environments.
• Ensure all work complies with safety regulations and company standards.
• Any and all other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in maintenance for commercial and residential buildings, including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC .

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a safety-conscious environment.
• Additional certifications in HVAC, electrical, or plumbing.

Required Skills

• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and safety awareness.

Working Conditions

• Ability to work extended hours, sometimes exceeding seven (7) hours per day.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), including a respirator.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, and use hands for long periods.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, and loud noises.
• Heavy physical activity (more than 50% of the job), including lifting, pushing, and pulling objects up to 50 pounds.
• Requires crouching, bending, kneeling, stopping, reaching, climbing, as well as hand and finger dexterity.
• Requires hearing and visual acuity.

Safety and Hazards

• Exposure to hazards such as moving mechanical parts, electrical shock, combustibles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Must follow safety precautions and OSHA regulations.

Closing Date : Position is open until filled

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