Garage Assistant

American Furniture Warehouse•Glendale, AZ

19h•Onsite

About The Position

AFW is seeking a Garage Assistant to maintain and clean all AFW vehicles and property, ensuring they are in optimal condition for employees and customers. This role involves cleaning vehicles, trailers, fuel islands, and various property areas using a power sprayer and approved chemicals. The Garage Assistant will also support management with other assigned tasks, contributing to the overall upkeep and presentation of AFW's assets.

Requirements

Knowledge of personal protective equipment (PPE) and the ability to safely use personal protective equipment (PPE).
Clean Motor Vehicle Record with 2 or less moving violations within the past 3 years.
Ability to safely handle and mix AFW approved cleaning chemicals.
Safely operate an industrial power washer and company vehicles.
Coordinate and work effectively with multiple departments to continuously improve processes, maximize efficiency and exceed expectations.
Positive attitude with strong interpersonal skills.
Ability to have a flexible schedule and work all shifts, holidays, and weekends.
Capacity to effectively work independently of direct supervision.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or GED is preferred, but not required.

Responsibilities

Commitment to AFW’s safety policies and procedures and the ability to promote safety awareness.
Power wash AFW property including but not limited to curbs, sidewalks, stairways, man doors, and dock doors.
Drive and operate vehicles under 15 mph in and around the warehouse, storage lot, and staging area.
Wash our truck fleet by hand washing and power washing.
Clean and maintain the fuel island, diesel exhaust fluid tank (DEF Tank), and any other equipment and or property as requested by the AFW management team.
Maintain high levels of safety, quality, and housekeeping while achieving productivity standards established.
Inspect the fleet and report any possible damage or vehicles needing maintenance to the AFW management team.
Initiative to work in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment for an extended period of time.
Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
Commitment to AFW’s safety policies and procedures and ability to promote awareness.
Other duties to be assigned/directed by supervisor.