Manufacturing - General Maintenance Helper

Manufacturing - General Maintenance Helper

Des Moines, IA, USA

Are you a construction-minded professional with a passion for building and making a lasting impact in the industry? At EFCO, we don’t just build concrete structures, we build careers, partnerships, and opportunities. Established in 1934, we deliver innovative, cost-effective solutions that make construction safer and more efficient.

Headquartered in Des Moines, Iowa, EFCO is a growing, people-focused company committed to Quality, Integrity, Innovation, and Super Service. From engineering and design to manufacturing and field support, we help customers turn vision into reality while achieving the Lowest In-Place Concrete Cost (LIPCC).

Purpose

Support EFCO maintenance operations by assisting with routine repairs, equipment upkeep, and facility readiness. Contribute to operational efficiency by maintaining a clean, safe, and functional work environment.

EFCO Culture & Safety Statement

Act with Integrity by demonstrating honesty, responsibility, trustworthiness, and respect in all actions. Strive for Quality through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Embrace Innovation by being self-aware, collaborative, and curious. Deliver Super Service by creating value and consistently exceeding customer expectations.

At EFCO, the health and safety of our team members, visitors, and contractors is an overriding priority and EFCO is committed to promoting a safe and healthy work environment by requiring all team members to participate in environmental, safety, and health program activities. This includes always wearing required personal protective equipment; participating in safety training; engaging in and supporting safety activities including reporting hazards, unsafe work practices & near misses, incidents involving property damage, and any/all injuries – no matter how minor – immediately to their supervisor or manager.

Key Responsibilities

Assist Maintenance Operations (30%)

Support maintenance technicians during repairs, installations, and service routines to improve equipment performance and extend asset lifespan. Help gather tools, set up work areas, and transport parts or equipment as needed.

Perform Preventative Maintenance (20%)

Carry out routine upkeep on facility, shop equipment, and grounds. Clean and inspect equipment like cranes, forklifts, and other production machines.

Develop a Safe and Organized Work Environment (15%)

Maintain clean, well-organized work spaces and tool storage areas to reduce hazards and enhance team productivity.

Operate Tools and Equipment Safely and Effectively (15%)

Utilize hand tools, power tools, and material handling equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, forklifts, cranes) in accordance with safety protocols to minimize risk and improve task efficiency.

Document Work to Improve Maintenance Tracking (10%)

Accurately complete work orders, logs, and checklists to support data-driven decisions and strengthen maintenance planning.

Support Safety Standards and Compliance (10%)

Participate in audits, document findings, and ensure completed jobs align with EFCO standards and procedures. Follow all safety rules, engage in safety initiatives, and promptly report unsafe conditions.

Additional duties may be assigned to meet organizational goals and priorities. Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

Qualifications

• Education:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience:
  
  Must pass a general mechanical aptitude test. Ability to read imperial and metric tape measures.

Core Competencies

• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiently uses job-specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.
• Professionalism:
  Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a respectful approach to all work and interactions.
• Judgment:
  Makes sound decisions by evaluating facts, risks, and potential outcomes.
• Adaptability:
  Adjusts quickly and effectively to changing circumstances, priorities, and feedback.
• Collaboration:
  
  Works well with others toward shared goals, contributing constructively to team efforts.

EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

Level II Work:
Exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 25 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks with or without a…