Facilities Maintenance

Birdon Group; Portland (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/Dental/Vision

EAP/Life

STD/LTD

401(k) with company match

Vacation/Sick accrual and holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement program

Employee referral program

Pet Insurance

Job summary

Birdon Group is seeking a Facilities Maintenance worker in Portland, CT. The role involves cleaning and maintaining production, warehouse, office, and exterior areas, following schedules and safety procedures.

You will operate custodial equipment, assist with repairs, and support maintenance staff as needed. The position offers an hourly wage of $27.77 and requires basic mechanical aptitude with the ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical aptitude; ability to follow written and verbal instructions; good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned production, warehouse, office, restroom, breakroom, common, and exterior areas according to established schedules and priorities.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, scrub, dust, wipe down, and sanitize floors, surfaces, fixtures, furniture, doors, windows, and high-touch areas.
• Collect, remove, sort, and dispose of trash, recycling, scrap, packaging, and general waste in accordance with company procedures.
• Restock paper products, soap, sanitizer, cleaning supplies, and other assigned consumables.
• Respond promptly to spills, leaks, debris, and urgent clean-up needs to help maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist maintenance technicians with simple support tasks, moves, set-ups, clean-up after repairs, and general facility improvement activities.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Job description

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Facilities Maintenance

PRODUCTION ADMINISTRATION Indirect Portland, CT, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 1524

Salary Range: $27.77 To $27.77 Hourly

Roles and Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain assigned production, warehouse, office, restroom, breakroom, common, and exterior areas according to established schedules and priorities.
• Sweep, mop, vacuum, scrub, dust, wipe down, and sanitize floors, surfaces, fixtures, furniture, doors, windows, and high-touch areas.
• Collect, remove, sort, and dispose of trash, recycling, scrap, packaging, and general waste in accordance with company procedures.
• Restock paper products, soap, sanitizer, cleaning supplies, and other assigned consumables.
• Respond promptly to spills, leaks, debris, and urgent clean-up needs to help maintain a safe work environment.
• Operate basic custodial tools and equipment such as brooms, mops, vacuums, carts, floor scrubbers, and approved cleaning products safely and properly.
• Perform basic facility upkeep tasks such as replacing small supplies, cleaning filters or vents within assigned scope, organizing storage areas, and supporting seasonal or special cleaning projects.
• Inspect assigned areas during routine work and report maintenance issues, safety hazards, damaged property, lighting concerns, plumbing concerns, pest concerns, or supply needs to supervisor.
• Assist maintenance technicians with simple support tasks, moves, set‑ups, clean‑up after repairs, and general facility improvement activities as assigned.
• Follow all company safety procedures, chemical handling instructions, Safety Data Sheet requirements, PPE requirements, and applicable OSHA standards.
• Maintain cleaning closets, equipment, supplies, and assigned work areas in a clean, organized, and safe condition.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on facility equipment, building systems, tools, and assigned assets.
• Complete basic repairs including painting, drywall patching, filter changes, lighting replacement, minor plumbing, fixture repair, and general housekeeping support.
• Inspect production, warehouse, office, and outdoor areas for unsafe conditions, damage, leaks, wear, or maintenance needs.
• Respond to assigned work orders and document completed maintenance activities accurately.
• Assist senior maintenance personnel with equipment repairs, moves, installations, inspections, and facility improvement projects.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, ladders, lifts, and other approved equipment safely and appropriately.
• Maintain parts, supplies, tools, and maintenance areas in an organized and safe condition.
• Follow all company safety procedures, lockout/tagout requirements, PPE requirements, and applicable OSHA standards.
• Drive company vehicles for approved pick‑ups, deliveries, and maintenance‑related errands as assigned.
• Obtain and maintain forklift certification if required by the company.

Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

• Assist with boat hauling and launch opinations to include pressure washing, blocking for storage and mooring.
• Operate assigned equipment such as forklifts, telehandlers, crane and travel lift when trained and authorized.
• Assist with where applicable routine lawn care, including mowing, edging, trimming, watering, raking, and maintaining turf and landscaped areas.
• Assist with where applicable with gardening and landscape upkeep, including planting, weeding, pruning, mulching, watering, and maintaining flower beds, shrubs, and other vegetation.
• Assist with where applicable with seasonal snow and ice removal from Driveways, sidewalks, entrances, walkways, loading areas, and other assigned exterior areas using approved tools, equipment, and de‑icing materials.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce rework, improve testing readiness, and strengthen overall service department performance
• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications and experience

• Basic mechanical aptitude; ability to follow written and verbal instructions; good communication skills; ability to identify hazards and report concerns; ability to read basic manuals, labels, work orders, and maintenance instructions; dependable attendance and ability to work independently on routine assigned tasks.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment where exposure to moving mechanical parts, sharp cutting tools, dust, fumes and airborne particles, temperature extremes and elevated noise level.
• Employees must regularly lift and or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and or move more than 50 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to strand, stoop, kneel, climb, crouch, talk and hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to eye safety glasses, hearing protection and work boots.

Birdon offers a full benefits package including

EAP/Life

STD/LTD

401(k) with company match (pre- and post-tax options)

Vacation/Sick accrual and holiday pay

Employee referral program

Pet Insurance

Birdon is committed to the HEALTH and SAFETY of our workforce and to the ENVIRONMENT we expect this same commitment from all employees.

As a Federal Contractor, Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background and drug screening, conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

• Perform other related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications and experience

• Basic mechanical aptitude; ability to follow written and verbal instructions; good communication skills; ability to identify hazards and report concerns; ability to read basic manuals, labels, work orders, and maintenance instructions; dependable attendance and ability to work independently on routine assigned tasks.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Working conditions are normal for a manufacturing environment where exposure to moving mechanical parts, sharp cutting tools, dust, fumes and airborne particles, temperature extremes and elevated noise level.
• Employees must regularly lift and or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and or move more than 50 pounds.
• While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to strand, stoop, kneel, climb, crouch, talk and hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• Machinery operation requires the use of safety equipment to include but not limited to eye safety glasses, hearing protection and work boots.

Birdon offers a full benefits package including

Health/Dental/Vision

EAP/Life

STD/LTD

401(k) with company match (pre- and post-tax options)

Vacation/Sick accrual and holiday pay

Tuition reimbursement program

Employee referral program

Pet Insurance

Birdon is committed to the HEALTH and SAFETY of our workforce and to the ENVIRONMENT we expect this same commitment from all employees.

As a Federal Contractor, Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background and drug screening, conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Birdon America Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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