Facilities Maintenance Associate

Sinclair Broadcast Group; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

WLFL, a Sinclair Broadcast Group station in Raleigh, NC, seeks a reliable Facilities Maintenance Associate to support daily operations, coordinate deliveries and vendors, and assist the engineering team with maintenance and repair projects.

You will maintain a clean facility, monitor supplies, address safety concerns, and perform routine inspections, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth operations.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in facilities maintenance or related field.
• General knowledge of basic maintenance practices (electrical, plumbing, carpentry).
• Ability to lift, carry, and move items over 50 pounds.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and respond to urgent needs.
• Strong organizational and vendor coordination skills.
• Valid driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional facility environment.
• Monitor and replenish janitorial and facility supplies.
• Identify maintenance needs and complete approved repairs; obtain expense approval from Chief Engineer.
• Schedule and monitor work by outside vendors and contractors.
• Address safety concerns promptly and address spills or hazards.
• Move and transport heavy packages and equipment over 50 pounds.
• Assist engineering team with projects and duties as needed.
• Perform light station vehicle maintenance and routine inspections.
• Conduct state-required safety inspections of equipment (AEDs, fire extinguishers, exit signs).
• Support station operations with related duties.

Skills

Vendor coordination

Communication

Independence

Organization

Safety awareness

Heavy lifting

Job description

WLFL is seeking a reliable, hands-on Facilities Maintenance Associate to help maintain a clean, safe, and professional work environment. This position supports day-to-day facility operations, coordinates deliveries and vendors, and assists the engineering team with maintenance and repair projects.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional facility environment.
• Monitor and replenish janitorial and facility supplies to ensure adequate inventory is available.
• Identify maintenance needs and complete approved repairs promptly; obtain expense approval from the Chief Engineer before incurring costs.
• Schedule, coordinate, and monitor work performed by outside vendors and contractors.
• Quickly address safety concerns, including spills, trip hazards, and other unsafe conditions.
• Handle and move heavy packages and equipment weighing more than 50 pounds for delivery or pickup.
• Assist engineering team members with projects and other duties as needed.
• Assist with light station vehicle maintenance such as state inspections, checking oil levels, and routinely driving them to ensure proper function, and registration renewals.
• Perform all state-required monthly, semiannual, and annual safety inspections of equipment such as AED devices, fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, and exit signs.
• Perform other related duties to support station operations.
  

Qualifications

• Prior experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, engineering support, or a related field preferred.
• General knowledge of basic maintenance and repair practices such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and commercial building technologies.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, and move items weighing more than 50 pounds.
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and respond promptly to urgent facility or safety needs.
• Strong organizational, communication, and vendor-coordination skills.
• Comfortable collaborating with employees across departments and supporting a technical engineering team.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record will be required.

Sinclair is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and a drug free workplace. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by virtue of an applicant's or employee's race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

About Us

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) is a diversified media company and a leading provider of local news and sports. The Company owns, operates and/or provides services to 177 television stations in 79 markets affiliated with all major broadcast networks; owns Tennis Channel, the premium destination for tennis enthusiasts; and multicast networks CHARGE, Comet, ROAR and The Nest. Sinclair's AMP Media produces a growing portfolio of digital content and original podcasts. Additional information about Sinclair can be found at www.sbgi.net.

About the Team

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