Temporary Facilities Laborer

ABOUT POETAt POET, it is our mission to be good stewards of the Earth by converting renewable resources to energy and other valuable goods as effectively as humanly possible. For over thirty years our drive and passion to change the world has enabled us to become the largest producer and marketer of bioethanol and a leader in sustainable products in the world.

PERKSA multifaceted wellness program encompassing the whole person – mentally, physically, and spiritually'Family-first' culture

On-site fitness centers or fitness reimbursements JOB SUMMARY & RESPONSIBILITIES The Temporary Facilities Laborer is assigned responsibility for the commercial building site in regards to cleaning, maintenance, and process support, to ensure the surrounding environment is in a suitable, clean condition to work.

This is an on-site role located in Alexandria, IN.

Responsibilities include:

General landscaping and lawn care: watering, mowing and weed maintenance, trimming and replacing shrubs, applying lawn fertilizers, etc.

Internal and external building cleaning and maintenance; glass window cleaning, painting of hand rails, equipment or guards, light bulb replacement, general area clean up, etc.

Access to and usage of facilities equipment to complete work throughout this campus.

Support of general facility projects and repairs; picking up parts, assisting with equipment repair, cleaning equipment components, shadow various technician roles

Operating POET fleet vehicles for maintenance service and cleanup

Foster a culture of safe behavior and environmental compliance at all times.

Maintain a team environment at all times and champion POET in the community

Maintain and advance the food safety and quality of POET’s products and processes to deliver a best-in-class culture of quality.

Since we’re all about teamwork and getting the job done, your skills may be put to a lot of other uses!

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLSPursuing or completion of a high school diploma or equivalent education

General safety awareness and willingness to take direction on task completion

Must be self-motivated with the ability to work independently on various projects

Knowledge of the basics of Microsoft Office Suite and the ability of learning new programsA SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVEPractical decision making skills

High level of personal integrity

Interpersonal skills – ability to effectively interact with individuals at all levels within/outside the organization

Demonstrated problem-solving and critical thinking skills

Ability to embrace and promote change

Innovative mindset

Ability to think objectively

Self-awareness in the face of uncertainty

Ability to work in a team environment PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT This role has some physical requirements that our team members will need to be able to perform, such as:

Wearing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as hard hats, gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, self-contained breathing system, hazardous material suit, and hearing protection.

Working at extreme heights (approximately 150 ft), in confined spaces, and in extreme temperatures from
-20 to +100 degrees Fahrenheit, both indoors and  able to use the following equipment/tools, with training provided (not all encompassing): cleaning cart and supplies, forklift, riding and push lawn mower, bobcat sweeper, vacuum, snow blower, shovel, broom, mop, and ladder

Frequently:

Walk on slippery surfaces

Grip with a force of up to 20lbsPush and pull with a force of up to 30lbsBend forward while standing

Use repetitive arm motions to wipe down and maintain work area Occasionally:

Lift up to 50lbs, with or without assistance

Carry up to 50lb, with or without assistance

Be in awkward back, shoulder, wrists, and hand positions

Since we are all about team work, you may be asked to help other roles that have their own unique set of physical requirements.

Due to the physical and safety-sensitive nature of this job, you will be subject to a physical and expected to pass a drug screen during the pre-screen process. During employment, you’ll be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

CULTURE IS KING AT POETWe’re all on the same team. We always communicate. And we park…