Facilities Assistant

Pet Supplies Plus; Seymour (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pet supplies industry is seeking a Facilities Assistant to maintain cleanliness and support operations at their distribution center. The role involves cleaning, minor maintenance, and ensuring a safe working environment. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of facilities experience and an Associate's Degree or vocational training.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in facilities/maintenance.
• Self-starter, driven individual.
• Ability to prioritize actions and projects.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning assigned work areas to established standards.
• Completing work order forms according to established procedures.
• Safely operating the ride-on-floor scrubber and scissor lift.

Skills

Cleaning

Maintenance

Inventory Management

Safety Procedures

Education

Associate's Degree

Vocational Training

Job description

Overview

Our Pet Supplies Plus distribution center in Seymour, IN is seeking a Facilities Assistant to complete facility cleaning, work orders, supplies, and grounds maintenance in support of distributing our pet-friendly merchandise within our store supply chain.

Responsibilities/Qualifications

Facilities Assistant key responsibilities include:

• Cleaning assigned work areas, including break areas, restrooms, offices, etc., to established standards.
• Completing work order forms according to established procedures.
• Completing inventory and issuing supplies to warehouse staff as needed.
• Monitoring the cardboard baler and making bales as needed.
• Safely operating the ride-on-floor scrubber and walking behind scrubber.
• Inspecting, sorting, and disposing of pest-damaged/infested product.
• Safely operating a scissor lift for high dusting as needed.
• Mowing, trimming grounds, controlling weeds, and maintaining landscaping.
• Monitoring and maintaining the cleanliness of the dog park.
• Assisting in monitoring and clearing jams on the cardboard line.
• Cleaning truck lots as needed.
• Assisting maintenance staff with minor preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Cleaning the trash compactor area.
• Maintaining water bottles at coolers.
• Maintaining a professional, helpful attitude with co-workers, supervisors, and departmental staff at all times.
• Cleaning and maintaining the work area to ensure safety and easy access to tools and equipment.
• Keeping the facility in a “tour-ready” state of cleanliness, both interior and exterior.
• Following safety procedures consistently when working within the facility.

Facilities Assistant requirements include:

• 3-5 years of experience in facilities/maintenance.
• Associate's Degree or Vocational Training.
• Self-starter, driven individual.
• Ability to prioritize actions and projects.
• May be subject to temperature extremes and periods of loud noise.

About Company

Pet Supplies Plus aims to make it easier to get better products for your pet. With over 730 locations in 44 states, our stores feature a streamlined design for easy navigation of a wide assortment of natural foods, hard goods, and pet services. Friendly, knowledgeable staff get to know each pet and owner by name, providing playful store experiences that highlight the joy of pet ownership. Our stores are large enough to offer a wide variety of products yet small enough to maintain a neighborly feel.

Pet Supplies Plus is ranked No. 21 in Entrepreneur Magazine's 2024 Franchise 500 list and is the Top Full-Service Pet Supplies Franchise, recognized for its financial strength, growth, and system size. For more information, visit www.petsuppliesplus.com.

EOE STATEMENT

We provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. We comply with applicable laws governing nondiscrimination in employment at all our facilities.