Maintenance Worker
Company: Labor Finders
Location: Alexandria
Posted on: April 19, 2024
Job Description:
Your Job
Are you a handy person who's good at solving problems? Do you like
fixing of things, keeping them in order, and making sure the job is
done right? If you're a strong worker who takes pride in their job
and enjoys helping people in need, then we have a great opportunity
for you as a Maintenance Worker!
Your Day
The job responsibilities may include:
- Maintaining and repairing machines, mechanical equipment, and
buildings.
- Fixing or replacing faulty electrical switches, outlets, and
circuit breakers.
- Inspecting and diagnosing problems and figuring out the best
way to correct them.
- Performing routine preventive maintenance to ensure that
machines continue to run smoothly.
- Assembling and setting up machinery or equipment.
- Planning repair work using blueprints or diagrams.
- Doing general cleaning and upkeep of buildings, gardens/yards
and properties.
- Meeting with clients to estimate repairs and costs.
- Keeping detailed records of work performed.
- Performing cleaning activities such as dusting, mopping,
collecting trash etc.
- Handling minor fixes such as repairing broken locks, filling
gaps on walls, replacing light bulbs, etc.
- Installing appliances and equipment.
- Inspecting, troubleshooting & checking functionality of
equipment and systems (e.g. ventilation, fire alarm).
- Reporting to a facilities or maintenance manager for
issues.
- Cleaning spills and other hazards with appropriate
equipment.
- Moving or lift heavy supplies and equipment.
- Working in shifts, possibly evening hours and/or weekends. In
addition to a physical strength, depth perception and eye-hand
coordination, an ideal Maintenance Worker will have:
- Proven experience as assistant director or other similar
position
- Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems
- Experience using hand and electrical tools.
- Ability to read technical manuals and drawings.
- Very good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Physical stamina and dexterity.
- Ability to work in variable conditions, with as noise, odors,
dust or temperature, with frequent interruptions.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Good judgment and problem solving skills.
- Ability to follow instructions, demonstrate initiative, and
work independently.
- A High School diploma or equivalent.
- Completion of an apprenticeship is a bonus.
- An understanding of general building operations.
- Direct or related work experience - Plumbing, electrical and
other trade skills are extremely useful.
Your Gain
What you may gain while on the job:
- Communication skills- providing information to supervisors and
co-workers by phone, in writing or in person.
- Building Relationships - providing service to customers and
working in a non-competitive environment.
- Independence - Work independently and make your own decisions
to meet your responsibilities.
- Teaching & mentoring skills - helping train and prepare new
employees for the job.
- Staying active - Keep yourself actively busy and moving
throughout the day.
- Rewarding career - opportunities for advancement to move into
craft-worker positions, supervisory, or management roles.
Your Experience
Less than 1 Year
Keywords: Labor Finders, Alexandria , Maintenance Worker, Professions , Alexandria, Louisiana
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