Facilities & Grounds Maintenance Assistant

Infor; Marshall (MI); Hybrid; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Oaklawn in Marshall, MI seeks a General Laborer to perform hands-on labor and routine facility maintenance, supporting technicians with preventive maintenance, minor repairs, groundskeeping, and moves of furniture and equipment.

The role involves operating tools and light equipment, performing housekeeping tasks, and ensuring safe conditions during snow removal and general duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• 18 years of age and valid driver’s license.
• Experience preferred. Ability to work long hours and to have attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of basic office software and maintenance software to input work orders.

Responsibilities

• Supports maintenance technicians by passing tools, holding materials, or completing basic tasks.
• Operates and maintains hand tools, power tools, and light equipment in accordance with SOPs and safety standards.
• Develops and applies basic maintenance knowledge to support facility operations.
• Loads, unloads, and organizes building materials, equipment, supplies, and tools.
• Performs grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, edging, and general landscaping on and off campus with minimal supervision.
• Removes snow and applies salt or ice melt to sidewalks, parking lots, and other designated areas to ensure safe conditions.
• Assists with departmental moves by safely lifting, transporting, and relocating furniture, equipment, and other heavy items.
• Performs general housekeeping and cleanup of work areas during and upon completion of maintenance assignments.
• Operates hospital‑owned vehicles in accordance with organizational policies and procedures.

Skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Read/write English

Safety awareness

Driver's license

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Oaklawn in Marshall, MI seeks a General Laborer to perform hands-on labor and routine facility maintenance, supporting technicians with preventive maintenance, minor repairs, groundskeeping, and moves of furniture and equipment.

The role involves operating tools and light equipment, performing housekeeping tasks, and ensuring safe conditions during snow removal and general duties as assigned.