Maintenance Associate

Maintenance Associate

The Maintenance Associate performs general maintenance and upkeep of a manufacturing and industrial facility, ensuring that the building, grounds, and equipment remain safe, clean, and fully functional. This role combines hands-on repair work, routine inspections, and janitorial tasks to support reliable facility operations and a professional appearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and upkeep of the facility interior and exterior areas.
• Replace light bulbs, air filters, and damaged ceiling tiles to maintain proper lighting and air quality.
• Maintain emergency equipment and ensure it remains in safe, ready-to-use condition.
• Operate floor scrubbers and other facility cleaning equipment to keep floors and common areas clean.
• Clean windows and maintain the appearance of facility grounds and common areas.
• Add salt to water treatment systems as needed to support proper operation.
• Perform basic and light plumbing repairs and maintenance as required.
• Salt and shovel walkways during snow, ice, and other inclement weather conditions to ensure safe access.
• Handle garbage and recycling collection, removal, and disposal in a timely and organized manner.
• Perform routine facility inspections to identify maintenance needs and safety concerns.
• Support groundskeeping tasks to keep exterior areas neat and well maintained.
• Assist with painting and touch-up work to maintain a professional facility appearance.
• Carry out janitorial duties, including general cleaning and upkeep of shared spaces.
• Assist with facility-related projects and repairs as directed by leadership or maintenance plans.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and functional work environment by following established safety practices and housekeeping standards.

Essential Skills

• Experience performing building or facilities maintenance.
• Knowledge of basic plumbing repairs and light plumbing maintenance.
• Experience operating cleaning equipment, including floor scrubbers and related tools.
• Basic hand tool experience for general maintenance and repair tasks.
• Ability to work independently and manage daily tasks with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail when inspecting, cleaning, and repairing facility areas.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality to support consistent facility operations.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly as part of daily maintenance activities.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors as needed for maintenance and groundskeeping.
• Strong safety awareness and commitment to working in a safety-focused environment.
• Comfort performing janitorial, groundskeeping, and painting tasks as part of a maintenance role.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing or industrial facility environment.
• Familiarity with routine facility inspections and preventive maintenance practices.
• Comfort working with water treatment systems, including adding salt as required.
• Ability to handle seasonal maintenance tasks such as salting and shoveling walkways.
• Strong communication skills to coordinate with facility leadership and team members.
• Willingness to support a variety of facility-related projects and repairs as needs arise.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a stable Monday–Friday schedule with a first-shift opportunity that generally keeps evenings and weekends free, supporting work-life balance. The role offers competitive hourly compensation and a hands-on environment where no two days are exactly the same, with a variety of responsibilities and minimal routine repetition. Team members enjoy a collaborative atmosphere with direct interaction with facility leadership and a meaningful opportunity to support overall facility operations.

Work Environment

This position operates within a manufacturing and industrial facility that includes both indoor and outdoor maintenance responsibilities. The work is physical and hands-on, involving routine lifting, carrying, cleaning, and repair activities throughout the day. Team members may be exposed to seasonal weather conditions while maintaining walkways and exterior areas, including snow and ice during winter months. Work assignments include a mix of independent tasks and team-based projects in a safety-focused environment where adherence to safety procedures and use of appropriate equipment are essential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Eatontown, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $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)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Eatontown, NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 7, 2026.