Associate (Facilities)

J.J. Taylor Companies; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

J.J. Taylor Companies in Tampa, FL is seeking a Facilities Associate to support daily maintenance across the facility. The role requires operating cleaning and maintenance equipment, following safety protocols, and assisting with inspections to keep warehouses clean and compliant.

The position is a full-time, on-site role with a 5:00 am to 2:00 pm schedule and an hourly pay rate of $18. This entry-level role emphasizes reliability, attention to detail, and the ability to perform manual tasks

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience with facility maintenance and basic repairs.
• Ability to read manuals and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate scrubber sweeper to maintain warehouse cleanliness.
• Perform general maintenance repairs and painting as needed.
• Assist in monthly facility inspections.
• Transport recyclables and waste to proper containers.
• Adhere to OSHA standards and maintain a safe work environment.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack

Safety awareness

Reading comprehension

Writing skills

Attention to detail

Oral instructions

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Forklift

Leaf blower

Pressure washer

Warehouse scrubber-sweeper

Elevated lift

Scissor lift

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title: Facilities Associate

Schedule: 5:00 am - 2:00 pm

Pay Range: $18 /hr

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Performs general entry level maintenance and repairs throughout the Facility. Ensures the upkeep of the facilities. Uses hand and power tools to assist in maintaining the building and equipment in a safe, clean, and well-maintained condition to prevent degradation of property and equipment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates scrubber sweeper to ensure cleanliness of the warehouses.
• Performs general maintenance repairs such as painting, pressure washing, emptying trash containers, etc.
• Assists in the monthly facility inspections.

• Transports plastic, aluminum, glass, and cardboard to compactors or containers for compression for proper disposal.

• Adheres to all safety codes and OSHA standards.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment.
• Responsible for the overall upkeep of the facility, equipment, and fleet areas.
• Stocking and maintaining supplies.
• Assist facilities and fleet personnel as needed.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform any additional duties and special tasks assigned.

Foundation Knowledge, Skills, and/or Abilities Required:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Proficient in the use of a variety of hand and power tools to perform minor repairs throughout the facility.
• Must be able to operate an electric pallet jack, forklift, leaf blower, pressure washer, warehouse scrubber-sweeper, and other powered equipment.
• Able to maintain order and cleanliness of warehouses and offices.
• Able to understand and carry out oral and written instructions. Listens actively to others’ directions.
• Able to meet work commitments.
• Ability to work with little direction and follow a facility maintenance plan.

• Able to read instruction manuals.
• Ale to write clear instructions.
• Able to provide clear verbal instructions.
• Attention to detail.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Able to move easily throughout the warehouse, grounds, and offices.
• Occasionally must climb a ladder for hard-to-reach areas.
• Able to be at heights using an elevated lift and two-person scissor lift. Must be able to properly use fall protection when using elevated lift platform and two-person scissors lift.
• Able to lift and move up to 50 lbs. of material, such as mulch bags, fertilizer, etc.

Educational/Vocational/Previous Experience Recommendations:

High School diploma or GED preferred.

Working Conditions:

• Warehouse environment.
• Exposure to extreme temperatures, dusty conditions, and outside weather conditions, including wet and/or humid conditions.

The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed.