Facilities Assistant
Position Summary
OPEX Corporation is seeking to fill a full time Facilities Assistant to support daily facility operations and infrastructure projects across offices, warehouse and manufacturing environments. This role will be responsible for various hands-on tasks including, but not limited to: basic construction tasks, equipment maintenance, site preparations, materials handling and staging, and direct support to team members. This position is a 40 hour work week with full benefits. Candidates must be reliable, detail oriented, have a strong desire to learn new skills and able to work independently and as part of a team.
Essential Responsibilities
- Perform general site cleanup (i.e. trash removal, sweeping, debris hauling)
- Assist with loading/unloading and relocating equipment, furniture, and materials
- Pick up and transport materials and supplies from local vendors as needed
- Utilize hand and power tools safely and effectively
- Basic parking lot maintenance tasks
- Collaborate with other skilled trades (HVAC, electrical, plumbing) as directed
- Complete general maintenance tasks and respond to facilities service requests
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- High school degree or GED required
- Valid driver’s license
- Prior construction or facilities experience is preferred, but not required
- Previous experience in a manual labor position is preferred
- Demonstrated proficiency with basic hand and power tools
- Strong basic math and measurement skills
- Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders, and walk throughout a large building and remain on feet for extended periods of time
- A strong work ethic and ability to get the job done safely and efficiently
- Available to work over time is preferred
- A strong desire to learn, grow and develop new skills is essential
Physical/Work Environments
- Worker will be working in a office, warehouse, manufacturing environment
- Frequent standing, walking, lifting, climbing and use of equipment in varied indoor and outdoor conditions