Maintenance Worker

Big Island Candies•Hilo, HI

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Big Island Candies is seeking an additional Maintenance Worker at our Hilo location to perform a variety of jobs independently and with team, including groundskeeping, as well as basic tasks in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, and building maintenance.

Requirements

Knowledge of gardening methods and tools
Knowledge of equipment and materials used in groundskeeping, carpentry, and general building maintenance
Knowledge of trees, plants and shrubs native to Hawaii
Knowledge of herbicide and insecticide applications
Basic math skills
Knowledge of Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and chemicals relevant to trade and duties
Knowledge of safe, proper methods of storing equipment, materials and supplies
Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions
Enjoy working outdoors and providing support to various departments
Ability to work safely, professionally and independently
Must have a valid driver's license
Must be able to attain forklift certification (provided in-house), if one has not already been achieved

Responsibilities

Perform daily groundskeeping jobs, such as but not limited to, planting, weeding, fertilizing, irrigating and lawn mowing
Trim hedges, and prune trees
Apply herbicides and insecticides
Monitor pest-control program
Use various hand tools, for example, hammers, screwdrivers, shovels and picks
Operate various power tools, for example, a table saw, chainsaw, leaf blower, lawn mower and power washer
Perform general maintenance tasks, such as but not limited to, painting, mudding, re-lamping, AC filter changes, light ballast replacement, and flooring repairs
Maintain adequate supply of cleaning materials/agents and equipment; submit order for supplies as needed
Repair existing office and factory cabinets, desks and tables
Other duties as required