General Maintenance Worker 7:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Candidates should possess valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Schedule: Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m - 3:30 p.m. On call required. Extra hours expected during winter weather events. Location: In-person in Newington, CT

SUMMARY Responsible for performing general maintenance service and repairs as directed by supervision.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform minor general maintenance service and repairs throughout the plant in the areas of plumbing, welding, carpentry, painting, plastering, electrical or vehicle servicing as directed.
• Perform preventive maintenance as directed.
• Assemble and/or repair racks. Assemble office furniture and cubicles.
• Operate snowplows, forklifts, and lifts, as directed.
• Be available off hours when needed to tend to company emergencies (roof work, snow removal, sprinkle pipe break)
• Maintain production standards. Report any production, quality, or safety problems to the supervisor immediately.
• Comply with company rules and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of company-sensitive data.
• Implement a commitment to quality philosophy and recommend methods and procedures to reduce cost and/or improve the operating efficiency of the department.
• Keep the manager/supervisor informed of activities and situations that will impact the achievement of corporate or department goals and objectives.
• Perform other related duties as required to achieve the goals and objectives of the department and company.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Trade school plus 1-2 years experience in general maintenance service and repairs or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to use hand and power tools, such as:
• Standard and metric wrenches and sockets
• Screwdrivers
• Electric meter (check voltage/amperage)
• Saws
• Drills
• Electric sander/grinder
• Welders
• Ability to operate snowplows, snow blowers, shovel snow
• Ability to operate forklifts and lifts
• Ability to operate company vehicles
• Comfortable with heights 25’-30’ feet (change lamps/ballasts, run wires)