General Maintenance Worker

ZipRecruiter; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the maintenance industry is seeking a Maintenance Worker to perform general maintenance and repair of facilities. The ideal candidate will have a GED or high school diploma, experience in building maintenance, and the ability to understand instructions. Responsibilities include electrical work, plumbing, as well as repairs to structures and equipment. This position may involve physical labor and exposure to various elements.

Qualifications

• GED or High School Graduate required.
• Experience working in an indoor or outdoor building environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repair of equipment and buildings.
• Replace electrical receptacles, wires, switches, and fixtures.
• Patch minor holes and cracks in walls and ceilings.

Skills

Ability to understand directions

Experience in building maintenance

Education

GED or High School Graduate

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

General Summary

Performs general maintenance and repair of equipment and buildings requiring practical skill and knowledge (but no proficiency) in such trades as painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry and electrical work.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Replaces electrical receptacles, wires, switches, fixtures, and motors.
• Uses plaster or compound to patch minor holes and cracks in walls and ceilings.
• Repairs or replaces sinks, water coolers, and toilets.
• Paints structures and equipment.
• Repairs or replaces concrete floors, steps, and sidewalks.
• Replaces damaged paneling and floor tiles.
• Hangs doors and installs door locks and replaces broken window panes.
• Performs general maintenance on equipment and machinery.
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Experience and Skill Requirements

• GED or High School Graduate
• Experience working in an outdoor or indoor building environment
• Able to understand verbal or written direction from lead, supervisor or other craftsmen

Work Environment

• Must be able to lift 50 lbs., squat, bend, stoop and kneel for short periods, climb a ladder, stand for long periods of time, constant arm extensions.
• Occasional exposure to elements such as heat, cold, noise, dust, dirt, chemicals, but none to the point of being disagreeable. May involve minor safety hazards where likely result would be cuts, bruises, etc.
• Must be able to pass a local background check and have the ability to obtain and maintain clearance after hire.

This job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.