Utility

Get to know us: NOVO Health Services offers linen management solutions to the healthcare industry. NOVO Health keenly focuses on safety and infection control and provides its partner hospitals with a value-driven linen management control system that measures and monitors linen utilization by department to eliminate excess internal costs. NOVO's wide range of service programs offer a variety of options to provide a seamless, single source distribution system. NOVO's regional healthcare linen facilities are HLAC accredited and operate with state-of-the-art processing equipment and processes. POSITION SUMMARY: NOVO Health Services is seeking a dependable, motivated, and hardworking individual to join our Engineering Department as a Utility / Maintenance Helper. This is an entry-level position designed for individuals with limited or no previous industrial maintenance experience who are interested in learning the mechanical and electrical trades. The Utility / Maintenance Helper will work alongside experienced maintenance technicians, assisting with routine maintenance activities, equipment cleaning, facility upkeep, and general production support. Responsibilities will include responding to maintenance radio calls, assisting with machine jams, cleaning, and maintaining equipment, painting, general building maintenance, and providing housekeeping coverage when needed. This position offers an excellent opportunity to get your foot in the door of the industrial maintenance field. Individuals who demonstrate strong work ethic, dependability, initiative, and a willingness to learn may have opportunities to advance into skilled Maintenance Technician positions. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Maintenance Support Assist maintenance technicians with routine repairs, preventive maintenance, equipment inspections, and special projects. Provide tools, materials, and general assistance to technicians during maintenance activities. Learn basic mechanical and electrical troubleshooting procedures under the direction of experienced maintenance personnel. Assist with cleaning, lubricating, and maintaining industrial equipment as directed. Maintain a clean, safe, and organized maintenance shop, parts storage areas, and work environment. Help document assigned maintenance activities and completed work. Production Support Monitor and respond promptly to maintenance radio calls throughout the facility. Assist production personnel with identifying and safely clearing machine jams when trained and authorized to do so. Help minimize equipment downtime and support production efficiency. Recognize and report equipment abnormalities, unusual noises, and potential mechanical problems to maintenance technicians. Communicate effectively with production employees and maintenance personnel to help maintain smooth plant operations. Facility Maintenance & Housekeeping Perform routine cleaning of industrial machinery, equipment, and surrounding work areas. Assist with general building upkeep, including painting, minor repairs, and facility improvement projects. Maintain cleanliness in designated areas of the facility. Provide housekeeping coverage during employee absences, scheduled days off, vacations, or periods of increased workload. Assist with organizing equipment, materials, and supplies throughout the facility. Perform other general labor and facility maintenance duties as assigned. Safety & Workplace Responsibilities Follow all company safety policies and procedures. Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Follow machine guarding and lockout/tagout requirements. Never bypass safety devices or attempt repairs or jam removal beyond assigned training and authorization. Immediately report unsafe conditions, equipment defects, and potential hazards. Maintain a professional attitude and work cooperatively with maintenance technicians, production staff, and management. Perform additional duties as assigned by the Engineering Department. What we can offer you as a full-time associate: Competitive pay Paid Holidays Paid Time Off Program (PTO) 401(k) w/Employer Match Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Health Savings Account (HSA) Medical, Dental, and Vision Programs Basic Life/AD&D Insurance Long-Term Disability (LTD) Why work for Novo Health Services? NOVO Health Services strives to be the employer of choice in the hospital sterile and hygienically clean linen industry. To do that, we provide a safe, positive work environment where our associates experience tremendous growth and related opportunities for advancement. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin veteran, or disability status. We are proud to an equal opportunity workplace and an affirmative action employer. Drug-Free Workplace. #J-18808-Ljbffr