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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

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.

This position operates within a manufacturing and industrial…