Manufacturing Maintenance Assistant

Facilities Assistant

At SCHUNK we drive innovations in automation, clamping technology, and precision engineering worldwide. We have a burning passion for everything that has anything to do with technology. We are fascinated by the way it will change the world of tomorrow. Based on this understanding, we are developing the solutions for today and tomorrow. SCHUNK products stand for quality. Our products are built on all of the expertise and experience we have amassed for generations. Our goal is to get a little bit better every single day as a team.

Hours: 6:30am - 3:00pm (Monday - Friday)

You will be responsible for:

The Facilities Assistant will play a key role in maintaining our manufacturing/office spaces, ensuring that all areas are clean, organized, and well-functioning. This position will support various facilities-related tasks, including coordinating maintenance requests, managing supplies, and assisting in the setup and teardown of events.

Requirements

• You will help provide a clean and safe environment for clients
• You will assist the facility manager with repairs and upkeep of the grounds, buildings and fleet
• General maintenance and repairs of facility, grounds, and machine equipment
• Ensures that HVAC and heating systems are functional, and filters are changed regularly
• Performs a variety of work in the maintenance of the grounds and keeps it in clean, orderly manner, including mowing, weeding, and general landscaping
• Performs minor carpentry, electrical, plumbing and painting as needed that does not require a permit or license
• Assists in ordering of general maintenance supplies and keeping storage room orderly
• Assists in light housekeeping duties
• Serves as liaison for contractors, vendors, and suppliers to Facilities Manager and Executive Director
• Abides by all health and safety guidelines and policies of program and state, federal and accreditation statutes
• Maintenance of facility vehicle(s), including oil changes, tire rotations, inspections, tags, etc.
• Other duties as assigned by Facilities Manager or Executive Director

Qualifications

• High school diploma
• 3 years' experience in general maintenance or handyman work
• High School/GED or better

Key Skills & Experience

Core Maintenance

• Preventive Maintenance
• Facilities Maintenance
• Building Maintenance
• Equipment Maintenance
• Troubleshooting

Hands-on Trades (important for visibility)

• HVAC Maintenance
• Electrical Repair
• Plumbing
• Carpentry
• Painting

Grounds / Physical Work (many candidates search this)

• Landscaping
• Groundskeeping
• Snow Removal (optional regionally)
• Outdoor Maintenance

Operations / Soft Skills

• Work Orders / CMMS (if applicable)
• Vendor Coordination
• Safety Compliance (OSHA)
• Inventory Management
• Time Management

Our Benefits:

• 401(k) & matching option
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off