Maintenance Associate

Rural King; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health insurance

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) with company match

Associate discounts

Training & development

Career opportunities within Rural King

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

Rural King is seeking a Maintenance Associate to keep the store clean, safe, and well-organized. You will support routine cleaning, basic repairs, safety, and upkeep of the store and surrounding areas, ensuring a positive shopping environment.

The role involves operating a floor scrubber, assisting with stocking and store duties, and participating in cross-training to support team goals. Competitive pay and benefits accompany opportunities for growth within the company.

Qualifications

• Stand and walk for extended periods.
• Lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Able to perform cleaning, maintenance, and store-support tasks.

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain store and surrounding areas, including floors, restrooms, fixtures, and parking lots.
• Operate floor scrubber and restock supplies.
• Perform minor maintenance like changing light bulbs and addressing basic repairs.
• Unload trucks, stock, and assist with store activities as needed.

Skills

Stamina

Communication

Job description

Overview

Build Your Career with Rural King

Rural King is seeking a Maintenance Associate to maintain a clean, safe, and well-organized store environment. This role supports routine cleaning, basic repairs, safety, and upkeep of the store and surrounding areas.

Related Job Titles

Maintenance Associate Store Maintenance Associate Retail Maintenance Associate Facilities Associate Janitorial Associate Custodian Store Custodian

Responsibilities

What You'll Do

Cleaning & Maintenance

• Maintain the cleanliness, safety, and appearance of the store and surrounding areas by cleaning floors, restrooms, breakrooms, fixtures, displays, parking lots, and exterior areas; operating a floor scrubber; emptying trash; and restocking supplies.
• Perform basic maintenance and repairs, including changing light bulbs, addressing minor plumbing issues, and repairing damaged fixtures.
• Identify and report safety hazards, maintenance needs, and malfunctioning equipment.

Store Support

• Assist with unloading trucks, stocking, zoning, and other store activities as needed.
• Provide friendly and professional support to customers and associates.
• Participate in cross-training and required learning opportunities.
• Demonstrate Rural King’s values of People First, Integrity, Attitude, Initiative, Teamwork, Accountability, and Continuous Improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, push, and/or pull 30 pounds repetitively and 31-50 pounds intermittently.
• Ability to navigate and access all areas of the store and related facilities.
• Ability to perform cleaning, maintenance, and physical store-support tasks.
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and associates.
• Close vision required for computer-related activities.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Why Join Rural King?

At Rural King, you'll have the opportunity to build valuable skills while supporting a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for customers and associates.

When you join our team, you'll enjoy:

• Competitive pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Associate discounts
• Training and professional development
• Career opportunities with a company that promotes from within
• A collaborative, team-focused work environment

Compensation

Exact compensation determined by factors such as geographic location, education, certifications, experience, job level, shift, and organizational needs. Eligible associates may also receive overtime pay in compliance with applicable laws.