Maintenance Utility

The Maintenance Utility employee maintains clean, safe, and orderly company buildings and grounds while minimizing disruptions to production and office operations. Working the first shift from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, this role supports housekeeping, sanitation, groundskeeping, painting, equipment operation, and general maintenance activities. The salary range is $18.00–$21.00 per hour.

Responsibilities

• Follow established safety procedures, health regulations, and the Gilman Brothers Code of Conduct.
• Read Safety Data Sheets and follow required precautions when handling cleaning products and chemicals.
• Clean offices, break rooms, restrooms, production areas, and other designated spaces.
• Sweep, vacuum, mop, clean ceiling vents, and maintain other interior surfaces.
• Perform special cleaning and sanitation procedures as required.
• Operate, clean, and maintain the floor scrubber according to established procedures.
• Keep walkways, aisles, and company grounds clear of debris, trash, branches, leaves, and obstructions.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on mowing and trimming equipment.
• Operate mowers, weed eaters, and snowblowers safely.
• Perform painting tasks using appropriate PPE and suitable paint products.
• Restock cleaning supplies and maintain inventory of trimmer string, paint rollers, brushes, and other materials.
• Communicate and cooperate with employees to address housekeeping concerns and identify continuous improvement opportunities.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards with minimal disruption to production and office operations.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read and understand work instructions, specifications, and Safety Data Sheets in English.
• Ability to follow safety procedures when handling cleaning chemicals and operating equipment.
• Ability to safely ascend and descend stairs while carrying or using cleaning equipment and supplies.
• Ability to reach overhead and extend arms to clean surfaces at various heights.
• Ability to lift and move objects weighing up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to push a broom or mop and perform bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting, reaching, and pulling as required.
• Ability to occasionally climb ladders to clean windows, surfaces, and other areas.
• Ability to operate mowers, weed eaters, and snowblowers.
• High school diploma or GED, as determined by company policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in cleaning, housekeeping, or groundskeeping.
• English/Spanish bilingual skills.

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