What are the responsibilities and job description for the UTILITY PERSON position at Knife River - Prestress, Inc.?
As a Custodial / Facility Support Team Member, you will:
- Work in a modern office and facility support environment
- Perform daily facility cleaning with a strong focus on concrete floor maintenance
- Dust mop and autoscrub hard surface floors throughout the facility
- Clean and sanitize restrooms, locker rooms, breakrooms, offices, and common areas, including routine cleaning of breakroom appliances such as microwaves and refrigerators according to established schedules
- Operate commercial cleaning equipment, including a walkbehind floor scrubber
- Empty trash and recycling receptacles and restock facility supplies
- Clean doors, glass, entryways, and hightouch surfaces
- Perform endofshift walkthroughs to ensure the facility is reset for the next day
- Identify and report facility or maintenance issues as observed
- Complete general custodial duties and special cleaning projects as needed
- Work independently while maintaining strong attention to detail and consistency
This role supports the facility outside of active production operations and does not require working around production machinery or suspended loads.
This position offers a consistent schedule with clearly defined responsibilities. An orientation will be provided to review facility expectations, safety requirements, and daily responsibilities. Candidates with prior experience using commercial cleaning equipment are preferred.
This is a regular hourly position, approximately 35 hours per week, primarily worked on a swing shift.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferences:
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to communicate effectively with team members
- Previous custodial, janitorial, or facility maintenance experience preferred
- Ability to safely operate cleaning equipment and tools with minimal direction
- Ability to follow schedules, procedures, and safety expectations
- Ability to measure, follow mixing instructions, and manage time effectively
Physical Requirements
- Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift
- Frequent bending, reaching, and stooping
- Ability to lift to 40 lbs. with assistance if needed
- Ability to work around cleaning chemicals, concrete dust, and varying indoor temperatures
- You must wear required personal protective equipment
Additional Information
Benefits
Fulltime employees are eligible for the following benefits:
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Profit Sharing
- 8 Paid Holidays
- Paid Time Off
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Years of Service Recognition
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at www.kniferiver.com. If unable to complete an application online, candidates may submit a paper application to any Knife River NW location.
Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other protected category under applicable law.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application, please contact your state employment agency or call 5416935900 to speak with a human resources representative.
Employment is subject to preemployment drug testing and background check.
Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us
Knife River values the skills and experience veterans bring to the workforce. Many military roles provide transferable skills applicable to facility support, custodial services, and equipment operation.
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Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law.
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