Utility Worker

Louisiana-Pacific Corporation; Louisiana; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building solutions provider is seeking a Utility Worker to maintain equipment and ensure a clean work environment. This role involves operating machinery, performing maintenance tasks, and promoting safety. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, a forklift license, and the ability to work in a team-oriented environment.

Benefits

Competitive health benefits

Retirement matching

Profit sharing

Free counseling opportunities

Generous PTO policy

Professional development resources

Qualifications

• Forklift license required.
• Ability to stand for extended periods.
• Knowledge of safe operation of tools and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain mill area and equipment in clean, safe operating condition.
• Operate forklift and bobcat to move, load and unload material.
• Perform general plant maintenance activities.

Skills

Forklift operation

Good eye / hand coordination

Ability to work with others

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Manlift

Bobcat

Hand tools

Air tools

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Job Description Utility Worker Req Id: 11326 Job Location: Sagola Posting Start Date: 3/6/25 Work Environment: Onsite Job Description:

Job Purpose

To maintain mill area and equipment in clean, safe operating condition. This position is transitional with the goal of succession in a crew position working a rotating schedule.

In this position you will have the opportunity to:

• Prepare, paint surfaces as required using specified products and cleanup techniques
• Maintain lawn and landscaping in neat, orderly condition
• Maintain and operate fire extinguisher as needed
• Clean equipment such as burners, blenders, conveyors, E-tubes and RTO wearing personal protective equipment as required, using established procedures
• Operate forklift and bobcat to move, load and unload material
• Install and remove bag house bags
• Operate manlift to reach high areas for cleaning, painting and maintenance activities
• Perform general plant maintenance activities such as sweeping, shoveling, wiping and washing
• Observe all safety rules and regulations
• Train in assigned areas with purpose of ability to cover vacancies and vacations on crews.

What do I need to be successful?

• Forklift license
• Good eye / hand coordination
• Ability to stand for extended periods
• Knowledge of manlift, bobcat operation
• Knowledge of safe operation of hand and air tools, lawnmowers, weed eaters, fire extinguishers, paint and cleaning products
• Ability to work rotating 4-on, 4-off schedule working days/nights.
• Ability to work with others and promote a positive work environment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Work Environment

Exposure to all climate temperatures

Manufacturing environment

May work at heights or in confined spaces

We are committed to providing resources and solutions that help build a better world for every LP team member.

We do this through offering:

• Wellness Solutions
• Physical wellness through competitive health benefits
• Financial wellness through retirement matching, profit sharing and bonus opportunities at all levels
• Mental wellness through free counseling opportunities, prioritizing work-life balance and a generous PTO policy

Culture Solutions

• Team member safety & well being
• Commitment to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging
• Recognition for employees through rewards system

Development Solutions

• Continued education assistance available
• Professional development resources for continual growth
• Career pathing and leadership advancement

Community Engagement Solutions

• Volunteerism and financial support for charities and educational facilities in our local communities

About LP:

We are a leading provider of high-performance building solutions that meet the demands of builders, remodelers, and homeowners worldwide. We manufacture engineered wood building products that include an extensive offering of innovative and dependable building materials and accessories. Since our founding in 1972, we’ve developed careers and provided advancement opportunities in the building products industry. Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, LP operates more than 20 facilities across North and South America.