Painter/Light Maintenance Worker

Alsco Uniforms•Virginia Beach, VA

9d•$15 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The Painter/Light Maintenance Worker is responsible for regular painting of large industrial textile processing equipment and facility and office areas. The position may also perform light maintenance duties and assists the Maintenance Technician and/or Chief Engineer as required. It reports to the Chief Engineer. The role follows instructions and established guidelines while using limited experience and judgment to plan and accomplish work. It requires initiative and self-management, cooperation with plant personnel, and strict adherence to safety rules, policies, procedures, and applicable laws. The worker helps resolve problems to minimize equipment downtime and looks for opportunities to improve painting and maintenance processes. Occasional travel may be required, such as to procure paint.

Requirements

Have and maintain a valid driver’s license and a driving record free of chargeable accidents, speeding, or other safety violations.
Demonstrate adequate facility upkeep and painting aptitude.
Be proficient in the proper use of power and hand tools.
Have good verbal and written communication skills in English.
Be able to comprehend and follow directions and perform basic math.
Have good time management and team member skills.
Be a team player with enthusiasm, initiative, and pride in work well done; be a self-starter dedicated to continual quality improvement.

Nice To Haves

High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform basic painting duties inside and outside the facility, including painting industrial textile processing equipment, facilities, and offices.
Perform light maintenance duties as required.
Assist the Maintenance Technician and/or Chief Engineer as required.
Assist with problem resolution to minimize equipment downtime.
Identify opportunities to continually improve painting and maintenance processes.
Work cooperatively and professionally with all plant personnel.
Follow safety rules, policies, and procedures required by Alsco, law, and common industry practice.
Ensure work is performed safely and efficiently.
Follow written and verbal instructions and perform other tasks as directed by supervision.
Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Support other branch functions as needed.
Operate a forklift as necessary.