Utility Maintenance Associate

Culp; Stokesdale (NC); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Culp is seeking a Utility Maintenance Associate to provide general maintenance support across the facility. Reporting to the Maintenance Manager, you will perform basic mechanical repairs, painting, cleaning, equipment installations, material movement and vehicle operation to support plant operations.

The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, safety-focused, dependable and able to assist wherever needed.

Qualifications

• Time management and multi-tasking ability.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Commitment to safety procedures and using PPE.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance under supervision.
• Assist technicians with maintenance projects and equipment installations.
• Conduct facility maintenance including painting, cleaning and housekeeping.
• Assemble, install, relocate equipment and shelving as needed.
• Move materials and equipment throughout the facility and other locations.
• Inspect facility areas and report maintenance concerns.
• Operate company vehicles for pickups and deliveries of parts and supplies.
• Maintain organized storage areas and workspaces.
• Support plant improvement projects and follow safety policies.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Title: Utility Maintenance Associate FLSA Status: Hourly

Division: 620 – CTSTOKE Reports to: Maintenance Manager

Department: 140 - Maintenance Last Update: 10/5/26

Job Code:UTLMTNAS

Position Summary: The Utility Maintenance Associate is responsible for providing general maintenance support throughout the facility. This position reports directly to the Maintenance Manager and performs a variety of tasks including basic mechanical repairs, painting, cleaning, facility upkeep, equipment installations, material movement, and company vehicle operation. The ideal candidate will be mechanically inclined, safety-focused, dependable, and willing to assist wherever needed to support plant operations.

Position responsibilities:

• Perform basic mechanical repairs and preventive maintenance tasks under the direction of the Maintenance Manager.
• Assist Maintenance Technicians and Mechanics with maintenance projects and equipment installations.
• Perform facility maintenance activities including painting, cleaning, organizing, and general housekeeping.
• Assemble, install, and relocate equipment, shelving, furniture, and other facility assets.
• Move materials, boxes, supplies, office furniture, and production-related equipment throughout the facility and other company locations.
• Conduct regular inspections of facility areas and report maintenance concerns.
• Assist with grounds maintenance and facility appearance projects as needed.
• Operate company vehicles to perform pickups and deliveries of parts, supplies, equipment, and other business-related materials.
• Receive, transport, and stage maintenance parts and supplies.
• Maintain organized storage areas, maintenance shops, and supply rooms.
• Support special projects and plant improvement initiatives.
• Follows all safety procedures and policies and advises supervisor of any unsafe conditions.
• Any other duties as requested by supervisor.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Time management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Commitment to company values.
• Employees must use prescribed safety equipment & supply own hand tools.
• Ability to work independently and follow instructions.

Education requirements: HSD/GED

Travel Requirements: Yes/Valid Drivers Lic.

Reporting to this position: N/A

Physical demands and work environment:

Physical demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to 100 lbs. and push/pull up to 90-foot lbs. with the use of equipment. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work environment:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time when arriving and departing from the corporate headquarters building. The noise level in the work environment is usually minimal.

General sign-off: The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies.

I have read and understand this explanation and job description.

Signature: ____________________________________Date: _____________________

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