Union Maintenance Helper 3rd Shift

JLL•Lake Orion, MI

4d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Maintenance Helper at JLL, you will support maintenance and grounds personnel in keeping large-scale manufacturing facilities safe, attractive, healthy, and fully operational. The hands-on role includes assisting with repairs, installations, and preventive maintenance for facility systems and components. You will support skilled tradespeople while developing technical skills and gaining exposure to HVAC, electrical, plumbing, metal fabrication, and building structures. The position is on-site in Lake Orion, Michigan, and is represented by the United Auto Workers (UAW); compensation and benefits are determined by the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). The work shift is 3rd shift, 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. The position does not provide visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and 2–3 years of related work experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability and desire to learn maintenance trades and technical skills.
Ability to obtain certification to operate powered vehicular equipment, including burden carriers, fork trucks, aerial lifts, and other specialized equipment.
Ability to interpret maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams, and instructions provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Physical ability to sit, stand, walk on level and slippery surfaces, reach, twist, turn, kneel, bend, stoop, squat, crouch, grasp, and perform repetitive hand movements.
Ability to lift, carry, and push tools, equipment, and supplies weighing 49 pounds or more.
Ability to work in wet, hot, and cold weather conditions and tolerate exposure to fumes, airborne particles, and mechanical and electrical hazards.
Availability to work overtime, weekends, and before or after scheduled hours as needed.
Authorization to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in manufacturing, industrial, or large-scale facility maintenance environments.
Basic knowledge of HVAC systems, electrical systems (120/240/480), plumbing/sewer systems, or metal fabrication.
Experience operating powered industrial equipment such as forklifts, aerial lifts, or burden carriers.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and follow complex instructions.
Experience in diverse manufacturing work environments and ability to use prudent judgment.
Familiarity with safety protocols, OSHA standards, and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
Strong teamwork skills and ability to assist and support skilled tradespeople effectively.

Responsibilities

Assist maintenance and grounds personnel with repairs and installations involving facility items and systems such as windows, roofs, structures, floors, hand rails, stairs, lighting, HVAC units, electrical service, and plumbing/sewer systems.
Perform painting and facility- and grounds-related tasks to maintain safe, healthy, and attractive facilities.
Install system component parts, classroom and office equipment, and facility components.
Clean and perform minor repairs on gutters, drains, and scuppers.
Safely operate and maintain shop tools, powered vehicular equipment, and facility equipment, keeping them available and in safe operating condition.
Request equipment and supplies to maintain inventory and ensure required items are available.
Respond to emergencies to address immediate safety concerns and support maintenance team operations.