Manufacturing - General Maintenance Helper

EFCO Forming & Shoring Solutions; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

EFCO Forming & Shoring Solutions is seeking an on-site Maintenance Associate in Des Moines, IA to support routine repairs, equipment upkeep, and facility readiness. You will help maintain a clean, safe, and functional work environment and assist with safety initiatives.

The role emphasizes following safety rules, participating in safety training, and reporting hazards promptly to supervisors. Ability to operate tools and heavy equipment safely is required, with physical demands listed in the job

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Must pass a general mechanical aptitude test.
• Ability to read imperial and metric tape measures.

Responsibilities

• Assist Maintenance Operations (30%) — Support maintenance technicians during repairs, installations, and service routines to improve equipment performance.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance (20%) — Carry out routine upkeep on facility, shop equipment, and grounds.
• Develop a Safe and Organized Work Environment (15%) — Maintain clean, well-organized workspaces and tool storage areas.
• Operate Tools and Equipment Safely and Effectively (15%) — Use hand and power tools, pallet jacks, forklifts, cranes per safety protocols.
• Document Work to Improve Maintenance Tracking (10%) — Complete work orders, logs, and checklists for data-driven decisions.
• Support Safety Standards and Compliance (10%) — Participate in audits, document findings, ensure work aligns with EFCO standards.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Tape measures (imperial & metric)

Safety procedures

Technical tools proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Job-specific tools

Job description

Purpose

Support EFCO maintenance operations by assisting with routine repairs, equipment upkeep, and facility readiness. Contribute to operational efficiency by maintaining a clean, safe, and functional work environment.

Purpose

Support EFCO maintenance operations by assisting with routine repairs, equipment upkeep, and facility readiness. Contribute to operational efficiency by maintaining a clean, safe, and functional work environment.

EFCO Culture & Safety Statement

Act with Integrity by demonstrating honesty, responsibility, trustworthiness, and respect in all actions. Strive for Quality through continuous improvement and data-driven decision-making. Embrace Innovation by being self-aware, collaborative, and curious. Deliver Super Service by creating value and consistently exceeding customer expectations.

At EFCO, the health and safety of our team members, visitors, and contractors is an overriding priority and EFCO is committed to promoting a safe and healthy work environment by requiring all team members to participate in environmental, safety, and health program activities. This includes always wearing required personal protective equipment; participating in safety training; engaging in and supporting safety activities including reporting hazards, unsafe work practices & near misses, incidents involving property damage, and any / all injuries - no matter how minor - immediately to their supervisor or manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist Maintenance Operations (30%) Support maintenance technicians during repairs, installations, and service routines to improve equipment performance and extend asset lifespan. Help gather tools, set up work areas, and transport parts or equipment as needed.
• Perform Preventative Maintenance (20%) Carry out routine upkeep on facility, shop equipment, and grounds. Clean and inspect equipment like cranes, forklifts, and other production machines.
• Develop a Safe and Organized Work Environment (15%) Maintain clean, well-organized workspaces and tool storage areas to reduce hazards and enhance team productivity.
• Operate Tools and Equipment Safely and Effectively (15%) Utilize hand tools, power tools, and material handling equipment (e.g., pallet jacks, forklifts, cranes) in accordance with safety protocols to minimize risk and improve task efficiency.
• Document Work to Improve Maintenance Tracking (10%) Accurately complete work orders, logs, and checklists to support data-driven decisions and strengthen maintenance planning.
• Support Safety Standards and Compliance (10%) Participate in audits, document findings, and ensure completed jobs align with EFCO standards and procedures. Follow all safety rules, engage in safety initiatives, and promptly report unsafe conditions.

Additional duties may be assigned to meet organizational goals and priorities. Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: Must pass a general mechanical aptitude test. Ability to read imperial and metric tape measures.

Core Competencies

• Technical Skills: Proficiently uses job‑specific tools, systems, and procedures to perform tasks effectively.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates reliability, accountability, and a respectful approach to all work and interactions.
• Judgment: Makes sound decisions by evaluating facts, risks, and potential outcomes.
• Adaptability: Adjusts quickly and effectively to changing circumstances, priorities, and feedback.
• Collaboration: Works well with others toward shared goals, contributing constructively to team efforts.

EFCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants for employment will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

Level II Work: Exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally, and/or 25 lbs. of force frequently, and/or 10 lbs. of force constantly to move objects.

To ensure a safe work environment while meeting the physical demands of the job you must be able to perform the following physical and mental tasks with or with or without a reasonable accommodation:

• Climbing: Rarely
• Hearing & Speaking: Continuously.
• Vision: Continuously
• Balancing: Occasionally to Frequently, depending on the work environment.
• Standing: Frequently to Continuously
• Sitting: Rarely to Continuously
• Walking: Frequently
• Forward Bend in Standing: Occasions to Frequently
• Rotation in Standing: Occasionally
• Squatting: Occasionally to Frequently
• Kneeling: Occasionally to Frequently
• Stooping: Occasionally to Frequently
• Static postures: Occasionally to Frequently
• Right-hand Left-hand Coordination: Continuous
• Reaching: Frequently
• Crawling: Occasions
• Crouching: Occasions to Frequently
• Repetitive Motions- Shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, fingers: Continuously
• Elevated work: Crown level 5 lbs up to 2 mins occasionally, and rarely 20 lbs up to 20 secs
• Floor to waist vertical lift: Frequently 25 lbs, occasionally up to 50 lbs
• Waist to crown vertical lift: Frequently 25 lbs, occasionally 50 lbs
• Horizontal carry: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 25 feet
• One hand carry: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 25 feet
• Push horizontally: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs
• Pull horizontally: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs
• One hand pull right hand: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 20 ft
• One hand pull left hand: Frequently 25 lbs, Occasionally 50 lbs for 20 ft
• Left hand repetitive coupling: Frequently 65 lbs, Occasionally up to 80 lbs
• Right hand repetitive coupling: Frequently 65 lbs, Occasionally up to 80 lbs
• Expertise in:
  • Ability to regularly perform all job functions at company office or worksite
  • Ability to withstand environmental conditions such as extreme heat or cold, grass, wind, sand, fumes, odors, gases, noises. Etc.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment as required

Working Arrangement

• This role will work 100% onsite at our Des Moines, IA location.

The company reserves the right to modify, update, change and/or make corrections to this job description, at the sole discretion of senior leadership, at any time during the employee's employment term, at the sole discretion of management.