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 is seeking a Facilities Associate to perform entry-level maintenance and upkeep across the facility. You will use hand and power tools to keep the building and equipment in safe, clean, and well-maintained condition to prevent degradation of property.

The role includes operating a scrubber sweeper, performing basic repairs, assisting with inspections, and handling waste disposal in a safe manner. The schedule is Monday–Friday, 8:00 am–4:00 pm, at $18 per hour.

Qualifications

• Proficient in the use of a variety of hand and power tools.
• Able to operate an electric pallet jack, forklift, leaf blower, and pressure washer.
• Able to read and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Attention to detail and safety-conscious in a warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Operates scrubber sweeper to maintain warehouse cleanliness.
• Performs general maintenance such as painting and pressure washing.
• Assists in monthly facility inspections.
• Transports recyclable materials to appropriate containers for disposal.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment and adheres to OSHA standards.

Skills

Tools usage

Pallet jack operation

Forklift operation

Follow instructions

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Electric pallet jack

Forklift

Leaf blower

Pressure washer

Warehouse scrubber-sweeper

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Title:

Facilities Associate

Schedule

M-F 8:00 am - 4:00 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.