Maintenance Laborer

Simon Pearce • Hartford, VT

13d • $18 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Laborer position is an entry-level position which requires motivation to learn and grow as a professional in the building and maintenance trades in a fast-paced manufacturing, retail and restaurant environment. Responsibilities include working with heavy machinery, including operating a forklift. Maintaining a clean, safe and functional work environment is critical in this role. All necessary training is provided.

Requirements

• Motivated to learn.
• Must be able to lift up to 100 lbs.
• Using material handling equipment such as forklifts, hoists and pallet jacks, the employee will lift and move up to 2500 pounds at a time, safely.
• Must be motivated and able to work independently.
• Interest in and some experience in trades, such as painting, cleaning, carpentry or plumbing.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• GED required – High School Diploma preferred.
• Ability to work some overtime hours and be on-call.
• Consistency and reliability
• Ability to follow directions and processes
• Listening
• Technical Learning

Responsibilities

• Performs routine maintenance as needed with support from other members of the maintenance team (e.g. changing filters, drain cleaning, shoveling, window cleaning, etc.).
• Empties trash and recycling from and throughout the facility into dumpsters.
• Helps ensure operation and maximizes uptime of the hydro turbine.
• Periodically cleans floors, and uses floor cleaning machines.
• Uses a forklift and material handling equipment on a daily basis.
• Supports snow removal, lawn care and care of the landscaping.
• Complies with safety regulations.
• Maintains clean and orderly work area.
• Performs and learns basic building trades, in support of maintenance staff.
• Performs occasional janitorial work.
• All other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision coverage
• employer paid life & disability
• paid time off
• flexible holiday time
• 401k retirement plan with employer match
• tuition reimbursement assistance
• exclusive employee discounts on both our glass and pottery products and at our restaurant.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED