General LABORER (GMP)- Austin Industrial Decatur, IL East

Austin Bridge & Road•Decatur, IL

About The Position

The General Laborer performs cleaning, sanitizing, site-maintenance, and material-handling duties in an industrial setting. The role requires attention to detail and flexibility to take on non-routine cleaning and special projects as needed. The laborer may prepare sites, remove rubble, debris, and waste, and assist other craft workers. Work also includes cleaning offices, meeting rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, dining rooms, public areas, and laboratory equipment. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

No minimum education requirements.
No experience required.
Some knowledge of proper use of equipment, materials, and supplies used in an industrial setting.
Some knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.
Ability to work independently and complete daily activities according to a work schedule.
Ability to lift heavy objects, walk and stand for long periods, and perform strenuous physical labor under adverse field conditions.
Ability to communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to use equipment and tools properly and safely.
Ability to understand, follow, and transmit written and oral instructions.
Ability to meet the attendance schedule dependably and consistently.
Must be detail-oriented, flexible, and willing to take on non-routine cleaning and special projects as needed.

Responsibilities

Maintain a clean and safe job site by picking up and securing tools and equipment each day.
Handle and store materials.
Follow safety and incident-reporting procedures and bring problems to the attention of the Foreman or Safety personnel.
Clean and sanitize offices, meeting rooms, bathrooms, kitchens, dining rooms, and public areas.
Sweep, mop, scrub, and vacuum floors; gather and empty trash; and service, clean, and supply restrooms.
Dust furniture, walls, machines, and equipment.
Prepare cleaning solutions by mixing water and detergents or acids according to specifications.
Clean and restore building interiors damaged by fire, smoke, or water using commercial cleaning equipment.
Clean laboratory equipment, including glassware and metal instruments, using solvents, brushes, rags, and power cleaning equipment.
Drive vehicles needed to perform or travel to cleaning work, including vans, industrial trucks, and industrial vacuum cleaners.
Follow procedures for using chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
Monitor building security and safety, including locking doors after operating hours and checking electrical appliance use for hazards.
Notify managers when major repairs or additions to building operating systems are needed.
Requisition supplies and equipment for cleaning and maintenance duties.
Assist other craft workers and perform other duties as assigned.