General Facilities Maintenance- Construction

Gem Care, Inc; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Gem Care, Inc. in Knoxville, TN is seeking a skilled General Construction/Facilities Maintenance professional for a 1st shift, 6-month contract-to-hire position.

The role involves working at multiple sites across the Knoxville area, performing tasks from basic to hazardous construction, and driving between facilities as needed. Responsibilities include finishing tasks per blueprints, operating heavy machinery, assisting contractors, and strictly following health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 3–5 years in construction or building maintenance.
• Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation.
• Commitment to quality work with safety first.

Responsibilities

• Finish general construction tasks according to blueprints.
• Operate heavy machinery and equipment at construction sites.
• Assist contractors, electricians, and painters when necessary.
• Follow health and safety guidelines at all job sites.
• Maintain clear communication with supervisors and site contacts.

Skills

General construction

Safety first

Valid driver’s license

Dependable transportation

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

General Construction/ Facilites Maintenance

Skilled General Construction professional needed for a large manufacturing company located in Knoxville, TN. This role will perform a variety of jobs during all phases of construction. We’re looking for a highly productive, reliable and trustworthy construction worker to join our teams at various sites. The role entails a wide range of tasks, from basic to difficult to hazardous. These may include clearing and preparing a site; building scaffolds, barricades, bracing, and other structures; and operating concrete mixers, jackhammers, saws, drills, and more. This role is Monday- Friday with occasional overtime available.

Starting pay rate is $25.00 per hour. This is a 6 month contract-to-hire position with the ability to be hired full time with one of the top manufacturing companies in the Knoxville area.

This is a 1st shift (day shift) position and must have a valid driver's license as this position will drive between various facilities and locations to perform general maintenance and construction tasks.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Essential Functions

• Finish general construction tasks according to blueprints
• Operate heavy machinery and equipment at construction sites
• Assist craft workers such as contractors, electricians, and painters when necessary
• Follow health and safety guidelines at all job sites
• Maintain clear communication with supervisors, as well as with homeowners at job sites

Knowledge/Experience/Skills:

Knowledge

This position requires a High School diploma or GED

Experience

Three to five years’ experience in the construction or building maintenance field.

Skills

Required

• Experience in performing general labor and construction
• Commitment to doing quality work while putting safety first
• Valid driver’s license and dependable transportation
• Proven Track record of trustworthiness

Preferred

• Ability to do light electrical
• Familiarity with how to read blueprints