Maintenance Helper

Maintenance Helper

We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Helper to join our team. The role involves maintaining equipment efficiency and ensuring operational flow through preventive maintenance and equipment handling.

Responsibilities

• Clear jams on conveyance and material handling equipment to maintain system uptime and operational flow.
• Climb ladders and gangways safely to access elevated equipment and resolve jam conditions.
• Utilize basic hand tools to complete assigned tasks across different operational projects.
• Follow safe work practices while performing preventive maintenance checks on a variety of equipment.
• Move up to 49 lbs, stand and walk during shifts lasting up to 12 hours, climb ladders and gangways safely, and perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.

Essential Skills

• General labor experience.
• At least 6 months of experience in manufacturing, distribution, or construction.
• Experience with preventive maintenance.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent educational background.
• Proficiency in using standard hand tools.
• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing up to 49 lbs.
• Ability to stand/walk for shifts up to 12 hours.
• Ability to climb ladders and gangways safely.
• Ability to perform regular bending, lifting, stretching, and reaching both below the waist and above the head.
• Flexibility to work a schedule that includes weekends and nights.

Why Work Here?

Join a team that values safety and efficiency, providing opportunities to work on diverse projects in a dynamic environment. Benefit from a supportive workplace that encourages skill development and offers flexibility in scheduling.

Work Environment

This role involves working in an active environment that requires physical activity, including lifting, climbing, and reaching. The position demands a flexible schedule, including weekends and night shifts, ensuring operations run smoothly.

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract position based out of Chesapeake, VA.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $22.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Nov 16, 2026.

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Chesapeake, VA.