Facilities Helper

Columbia Industries; Starkville (MS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Columbia Industries, LLC is seeking an entry-level Facilities Helper in Starkville, MS. This part-time role supports a manufacturing facility with janitorial, upkeep, housekeeping, and groundskeeping to maintain a clean, safe environment.

The ideal candidate is eager to learn, able to work in a team or independently, and prepared for overtime if required. Training is provided and advancement opportunities exist within maintenance and related roles.

Qualifications

• 0–1 year of maintenance, facilities or related experience preferred.
• On-the-job training provided.
• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain shop organization and assist with infrastructure improvements.
• Daily housekeeping throughout the facility and maintenance areas.
• Support janitorial tasks such as trash removal, sweeping, wiping surfaces, and restroom/breakroom upkeep.
• Perform landscaping and groundskeeping tasks including mowing, weed-eating, pressure washing, and maintaining walkways.
• Assist with basic facility repairs including lighting, painting, plumbing support, and general upkeep.
• Assist maintenance technicians with routine maintenance and repair tasks as time allows.
• Wear appropriate PPE and adhere strictly to safety policies.
• Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance with flexibility for overtime as needed.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Facilities Helper

Columbia Industries, LLC

2.8 out of 5 stars

24 reviews

101 Airport Road, Starkville, MS 39759

Job type

• Part-time

Shift and schedule

• Overtime

Benefits

• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement

Full job description

Department: Maintenance

Reports To: Maintenance Manager

FLSA Classification: Non-exempt

Prepared Date: July 21, 2026

Prepared by: Shanna Dose

Job Summary

This entry-level/part-time position supports the Manufacturing facility by assisting with basic facility tasks such as janitorial, facility upkeep, housekeeping, and groundskeeping. This role supports a clean, safe, and functional working environment within the facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain shop organization and assist with infrastructure improvements
• Daily housekeeping throughout the facility and maintenance areas
• Support janitorial tasks such as trash removal, sweeping, wiping surfaces, and restroom/breakroom upkeep
• Perform landscaping and groundskeeping tasks including mowing, weed-eating, pressure washing, and maintaining walkways
• Assist with basic facility repairs including lighting, painting, plumbing support, and general upkeep
• Assist maintenance technicians with routine maintenance and repair tasks as time allows.
• Wear appropriate PPE and adhere strictly to safety policies
• Maintain punctual, regular, and predictable attendance with flexibility for overtime as needed

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn

Ability to work independently and in team settings

Our Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate is someone looking for an entry level position to get into industrial maintenance or possibly other manufacturing roles in the future. This person will be eager and willing to learn, will follow instructions well, work well in a team environment but will also maintain motivation working alone. If this employee can meet these expectations as well as maintain predictable and regular attendance, they will be offered the opportunity to advance overtime.

Minimum Experience and Qualifications

Zero to one (0–1) year of maintenance, facilities, or related experience preferred. On-the-job training provided.

Education and/or Equivalent Experience

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred.

Physical Demands

Regularly: Stand, walk, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and lift up to 50 pounds

Occasionally: Work at heights up to 60 feet

Vision Requirements: Close, peripheral, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Work Environment

Shop environment and outdoors, occasionally exposed to varying weather conditions