Facilities Maintenance & Plant Support Tech

Reliance Fluid Technologies; Buffalo (NY); On-site; < USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

Reliance Fluid Technologies is seeking a Facilities Maintenance & Plant Support Associate in Buffalo, NY to maintain a clean, safe, and organized facility while supporting plant and warehouse operations. This role performs custodial services, grounds maintenance, waste management, and material handling to ensure efficient daily operations and a positive environment for employees and visitors.

The position requires forklift operation, ability to lift heavy loads, and adherence to safety policies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Experience operating forklift in industrial environments preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, safe, organized facility and support plant and warehouse operations.
• Perform custodial tasks and basic building upkeep.
• Operate floor scrubbers and other janitorial equipment; dispose waste and recyclables.
• Assist with grounds maintenance, snow removal, and plant support activities.
• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Report safety concerns and support continuous improvement.

Skills

Forklift operation

Floor scrubbers operation

Cardboard balers operation

Attention to detail

Independence

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Floor scrubbers

Cardboard balers

Forklift

Job description

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Full Time Manual Labor Buffalo, NY, US

23 days ago Requisition ID: 1195

Salary Range: $22.00 To $22.00 Annually

Summary:

The Facilities Maintenance & Plant Support Associate is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, organized, and professional facility while providing general support to plant and warehouse operations. This position performs custodial services, grounds maintenance, waste management, material handling, and facility support activities to ensure efficient day-to-day operations and a positive environment for employees, customers, and visitors.

Essential Duties of Position:

Facilities Maintenance

• Clean and mop facility floors, offices, common areas, warehouse areas, and production support spaces.
• Operate floor scrubbers and other janitorial equipment to maintain facility cleanliness.
• Clean and sanitize restrooms, break rooms, locker rooms, and other employee areas.
• Empty trash receptacles throughout the facility and ensure waste is properly disposed of.
• Operate cardboard balers and other waste-handling equipment safely and effectively.
• Consolidate waste and recycling materials and transport them to designated dumpsters.
• Maintain inventories of janitorial, cleaning, and facility supplies and notify management when replenishment is needed.
• Assist with snow removal, salting, lawn care, landscaping, and other grounds maintenance activities.
• Support contractors performing facility and grounds maintenance activities.
• Perform basic building upkeep, including painting, light repairs, and general housekeeping tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional appearance throughout company facilities and grounds.
• Provide general support to plant operations and warehouse activities as needed.
• Assist with receiving, unloading, staging, and transporting materials throughout the facility.
• Safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Support warehouse organization and housekeeping efforts.
• Report facility, equipment, and safety concerns to management.
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Safety & Compliance

• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and environmental requirements.
• Use required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Identify and report unsafe conditions.
• Maintain excellent housekeeping standards to support workplace safety and operational efficiency.
• Participate in required safety training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to safely operate forklifts and other material handling equipment.
• Ability to operate floor scrubbers, cardboard balers, and similar facility support equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to cleanliness and organization.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and coworkers.
• Commitment to workplace safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications:

Required

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Previous experience operating a forklift in a manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, or industrial environment.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 75 pounds occasionally.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.

Preferred

• One (1) year or more of experience in custodial services, facilities maintenance, grounds maintenance, warehouse operations, or a related field.
• Experience operating floor scrubbers, cardboard balers, and other janitorial or material handling equipment.
• Experience in a manufacturing, warehouse, distribution, or industrial environment.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, and climb stairs.
• Regularly lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment.
• Work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Safely operate facility support and material handling equipment.