Light Maintenance Technician

Cushman & Wakefield; Fort Dodge (IA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay on Fridays

Benefits day one

Advancement opportunities

Training program

Safety apparel & uniforms

Job summary

Cushman & Wakefield in Fort Dodge, IA is seeking a Light Maintenance Technician to perform general light maintenance within the Process Area Support environment and help keep facilities operating smoothly.

The role runs 7:00 am to 3:30 pm with weekly pay, comprehensive benefits from day one, and opportunities for advancement. Training is provided; safety gear and uniforms are supplied.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years in industrial cleaning desirable.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work overtime, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist in sanitation and cleaning per master schedules.
• Direct team members in a safety-conscious environment and communicate with supervisor.
• Operate equipment such as skid steer loaders, lifts, and forklifts.
• Perform maintenance tasks and light groundwork as needed.
• Maintain adherence to work schedule; overtime may be required.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Communication

Tools

Skid steer loaders

Scissor lifts

Boom lifts

Forklifts

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Title Light Maintenance Technician

Job Description SummaryGeneral light maintenance activities within the Process Area Support environment

Light Maintenance Technician - Who Are We?

C&W Services is the industry leader in cutting-edge maintenance and janitorial programs for facilities ranging corporate office portfolios and manufacturing plants to large public venues—keeping our client’s facility running smoothly all the time.

What’s The Job?

Title: Light Maintenance Technician
Location: Fort Dodge. IA
Wage: Up to $19.00/Hr
Hours: 7 am - 3:30 pm

What’s in it for me?

• Weekly pay on Fridays
• Comprehensive benefits day one, including Employee Perks and Daily Pay Program
• Advancement opportunities
• Training to work in a cutting-edge facility
• Company provided safety apparel and uniforms

What Will I Be Doing?

Here are just a few things you can expect to do daily: Team member must be able to work and direct personnel in a team-oriented and safety conscious environment. “Safety First” expectations include, but are not limited to, PJHA process, Observation process, and compliance with all company / site safety guidelines and procedures. Assigned tasks list to include, but not limited to, sanitation and cleaning of assigned areas following master cleaning schedules and procedures This position may require moderate supervision and follow-up. Sanitation and cleaning consist of washing down, shoveling, and sweeping, cleaning screens with the aid of respirator. Maintain adherence to work schedule and work overtime, weekends, holidays, and shifts as required. Assist in some maintenance, railroad, and groundwork such as (mowing, trimming, landscaping, and snow removal). Must have working knowledge and be trained to operate the following: skid steer loaders, scissors lifts, boom lifts, forklifts, and hand & power tools. Clean screens and wear a respirator. “Effectively” communicate with supervisor and customer to accomplish assigned tasks and develop sound customer relations. Maintain adherence to the published work schedule and be available to work overtime as required by demands of the job. Work from elevated areas such as ladders, platforms, scaffolding, etc. utilizing fall protection equipment when required by the job Maintain communication with supervisor regarding unresolved work issues, personnel issues, and employee complaints. Work all shifts including holidays and weekends when demanded by the job. Perform other work as defined by company and/or customer. Ensures compliance with all company / customer regulations, policies, and procedures. Achieve performance expectations set forth as part of performance appraisals to include employee development planning. Communications with all team members to assist the development of short- and long-range planning in assist of the company’s goals and objectives Meet physical requirements of the job. Physical requirements of the job will be provided to you prior to employment. Perform assigned tasks in a safety, effective, and efficient manner. Accurate and timely administrative duties to include, but not limited to, time accounting and work order completion. Must maintain positive customer and employee relations.

What Makes Me Qualified?

Don’t meet all of the requirements but are still interested in working for us?

Experience

• 0-2 years in industrial cleaning desirable

What are the physical demands of the role?

• Substantial lifting (up to 50 pounds) is required
• Ability to move for extended or continuous periods of time
• Ability to ascend and descend staircases, ladders, and/or step stools
• Ability to operate applicable hand tools, power tools, and equipment
• Ability to operate forklifts or other vehicles in a safe manner
• Ability to wear a respirator while performing job duties
• Communication/ Expression —The ability to communicate information and ideas so others will understand.
• Information Ordering — The ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).

What is the work environment?

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat and extreme cold, wet and/or humid conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually very loud.

Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate’s experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $16.15 - $19.00

C&W Services is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at C&W Services, please call the ADA line at 1-888-365-5406 or email [e-mail]. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.

INCO: “C&W Services” About Cushman & Wakefield

Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield Cushman & Wakefield (NYSE: CWK) is a leading global commercial real estate services firm for occupiers and investors with approximately 53,000 employees in over 350 offices and nearly 60 countries. In 2025, the firm reported revenue of $10.3 billion across its core service lines of services, Leasing, Capital markets, and Valuation and other. Built around the belief that Better never settles, the firm receives numerous industry and business accolades for its award-winning culture. For additional information, visit www.cushmanwakefield.com