Maintenance Utility Worker - UniFirst

UniFirst • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

UniFirst is seeking a reliable and hardworking Maintenance Utility Worker to join the Maintenance Department. The role assists with maintaining the location’s building and equipment systems through basic maintenance and plant utility functions, delivery loading and unloading, painting, industrial equipment operation, and plant cleaning. Duties also include facilities upkeep and light equipment maintenance. On-the-job training is provided.

The standard schedule is Monday through Friday, with periodic night and weekend overtime. The position may involve operating company vehicles, such as shuttle or route trucks, after appropriate training and certification.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience is preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Ability to work independently with little or no supervision.
• Ability to operate powered industrial equipment, including forklifts, floor scrubbers, and scissor lifts, and similar tools as required.
• Experience using basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret procedures and instructions in English.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from co-workers and managers.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• At least 2 years of relevant experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform plant cleaning operations using floor scrubbers and lint and dust removal devices; remove outside rubbish; clean equipment and pit or trench screens.
• Perform painting tasks throughout the plant and on facility grounds.
• Operate powered industrial forklifts and lifts to relocate materials within the facility.
• Assist with loading and unloading trucks.
• Assist with production receiving activities.
• Perform facilities upkeep, including landscaping, snow removal, and other removal operations.
• Perform light equipment maintenance, trench screen cleaning, lint and dust blowdown of facilities and equipment, fluid level checks, light bulb replacement, ceiling tile replacement, cart cleaning and repair, and pressure washing after appropriate training.
• Operate company vehicles such as shuttle trucks or route trucks if called upon after proper training and certification.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Benefits

• On-the-job training
• 401K with Company Match
• Profit Sharing
• Health Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Direct Payroll Deposit
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 30% Employee Discount
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Quality skills training designed to enhance performance and support career potential and advancement
• Avenues for personal development and growth

What This Job Offers

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