Facilities Maintenance & Utility Technician

UniFirst Corporation; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Profit sharing

Health Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Direct Payroll Deposit

Tuition Reimbursement

30% Employee Discount

Employee Referral Bonuses

Job summary

UniFirst Corporation is seeking a reliable Maintenance Utility Worker to support building and equipment systems, perform plant cleaning, painting, and loading/unloading duties. The role includes operating forklifts, participating in receiving, and performing upkeep tasks with on-the-job training offered.

We offer a strong benefits package including 401K with company match, profit sharing, health insurance, and tuition reimbursement. Typical hours are Monday–Friday with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age or older and have a valid driver’s license with a safe driving record.
• Ability to operate powered industrial equipment (forklifts, floor scrubbers, scissor lifts) and other tools as required.
• Ability to read, comprehend and interpret procedures in English.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Utilize equipment to perform plant cleaning operations, including floor scrubbers, lint and dust removal, outside rubbish removal, equipment cleaning, and pit/trench screen cleaning.
• Perform miscellaneous painting tasks throughout the plant or outside on facility grounds.
• Operate powered industrial forklifts/lifts to relocate materials.
• Assist in loading and unloading trucks.
• Assist with production receiving activities.
• Perform various levels of facilities upkeep including landscaping and snow removal.
• Perform light equipment maintenance tasks and routine cleaning/t maintenance as trained.
• May operate company vehicles such as shuttle trucks or route trucks after proper training.
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership.

Skills

Independent work

Lift up to 80 lbs

Procedures in English

Communication

Overtime eligibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Powered industrial forklifts

Floor scrubbers

Scissor lifts

Basic hand tools

Power tools

Job description

UniFirst Corporation is seeking a reliable Maintenance Utility Worker to support building and equipment systems, perform plant cleaning, painting, and loading/unloading duties. The role includes operating forklifts, participating in receiving, and performing upkeep tasks with on-the-job training offered.

We offer a strong benefits package including 401K with company match, profit sharing, health insurance, and tuition reimbursement. Typical hours are Monday–Friday with overtime as needed.