What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Assistant position at PLP Company?
Facilities AssistantPLP Company (PLP Co.) is seeking a Facilities Assistant to join our shop team in their Bethel Park, Pennsylvania location. The candidate will be responsible for maintaining the cleanliness, safety, and overall condition of all PLP Company properties. This role supports daily facility operations and aids the Inventory Control Specialist, Parts Specialist, and shop and field teams as needed.Job Responsibilities include, but are limited to:
PLP Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer
- Maintain all PLP Company properties through routine groundskeeping, including grass cutting, trimming, weed removal, spraying, and general landscaping.
- Assist with snow removal and winter maintenance operations as required.
- Ensure all yards and dumpster areas are clean and free of debris; perform regular trash collection and disposal.
- Install, replace, and maintain company signage as necessary.
- Organize, stack, and maintain pallets, totes, and materials within storage sheds and yard areas.
- Coordinate removal of scrap metal and waste oil as needed.
- Perform daily checks of propane tanks and nitrogen bottles; replace or refill as required.
- Conduct routine sweeping and cleaning of all facilities, empty trash and waste receptacles daily prior to the close of business.
- Maintain cleanliness and general condition of company-provided vehicles.
- Replace interior lighting in offices and break rooms as needed.
- Replace and restock furnace filters on a scheduled basis, at minimum monthly.
- Monitor and replenish facility supplies, including paper products and copier/printer paper.
- Track and restock shop and field consumables as required.
- Assist with unloading deliveries and verifying received materials under the direction of the Inventory Control Specialist or Parts Specialist.
- Support incoming and outgoing shipments and freight activities as needed.
- Perform deliveries and pickups of materials, bids, equipment, and documentation.
- Aid the shop team as directed by the Fleet Manager, including pickup and delivery of parts, supplies, and equipment.
- Support field operations as directed, including posting temporary signage, delivering materials or equipment, and transporting bids or job documentation.
- Strong communication skills with employees, purchasing personnel, and external vendors.
- Basic knowledge of inventory control and material handling procedures.
- Highly organized with the ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Acceptable driving record with no major violations within the past five (5) years and eligibility for coverage under the company’s insurance program.
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- Forklift Operator Certification preferred.
- CDL License preferred.
- Ability to safely lift up to 50 pounds.
- Ability to navigate warehouses and reach items both high and low.
- Over 60 years of local service and industry leadership.
- Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance (after probationary period).
- 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
- Opportunities for career advancement in a growing industry.
PLP Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer