Utility Person

JLL•Dayton, OH

2d•$22•Onsite

About The Position

As a Utility Person at JLL, you will be an essential member of our facilities team, ensuring that our client's industrial environment operates smoothly, safely, and efficiently. This hands-on role combines semi-skilled maintenance, industrial cleaning, and facilities support to maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized workplace that meets the highest standards of operational excellence. You'll work closely with the Facility Manager to support production operations by performing industrial machine cleaning, managing waste disposal, executing light maintenance tasks, and operating mobile equipment such as forklifts and floor scrubbers. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced manufacturing or industrial setting and takes pride in contributing to a safe and productive work environment. Your efforts will directly impact plant efficiency, workplace safety, and JLL's commitment to delivering exceptional service to our clients.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Minimum of 2 years of experience in facility support, warehouse operations, or production support within an industrial or manufacturing environment.
Proven experience operating forklifts and other mobile equipment (pallet jacks, floor scrubbers, industrial vacuums) safely and effectively.
Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to comply with facility safety standards, waste management procedures, and workplace organization practices.
Superior customer service skills with the ability to maintain professionalism at all times, even under stressful or high-pressure situations.
Ability to multitask, prioritize work effectively, and work independently with minimal supervision while following direction from the Facility Manager.
Physical capability to utilize Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and perform manual labor including lifting, bending, standing for extended periods, and operating industrial equipment throughout shifts.

Nice To Haves

Valid forklift operator certification or willingness to obtain certification upon hire.
Familiarity with workplace organization methodologies such as 5S, Lean Manufacturing principles, or similar industrial best practices.
Basic carpentry, painting, or plumbing skills with hands-on experience performing light building maintenance and repairs.
Knowledge of proper handling, storage, and disposal of industrial waste, hazardous materials, and recycling in compliance with environmental regulations.
Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing or production environment with exposure to industrial machinery and equipment.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to maintaining clean, organized, and safe work areas at all times.
Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with cross-functional teams including production staff, maintenance technicians, and facility management.

Responsibilities

Perform industrial machine cleaning, including pump-out and honing of machinery, along with regular machine filter changes to support continuous production operations.
Collect, move, and properly dispose of production waste including filters, chips, and recycling materials in strict compliance with plant processes and environmental standards.
Operate mobile equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks, floor scrubbers, and industrial vacuum equipment to transport materials, clean work areas, and support facility operations.
Execute light building maintenance tasks including carpentry, painting, plumbing, and general repairs as needed to maintain facility infrastructure.
Assist the Facility Manager with the execution of team goals and objectives, providing support for parts and maintenance inventory management for Facilities, Maintenance, and Production Departments.
Maintain a safe and clean work environment by following workplace organization standards (such as 5S), utilizing Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when necessary, and adhering to all facility safety procedures.
Provide general cleaning support and facility-specific assistance as requested by the Facility Manager to ensure facilities are consistently maintained in optimal condition.