Facilities Maintenance - Temporary Assignment

Location: Knox Auto Parts - Knoxville

8721 Oak Ridge Hwy., Knoxville, TN 37931

Position Overview 

The facilities maintenance position is designed to provide valuable support and assistance across various hands-on projects within the organization. These projects may involve tackling unique challenges, process improvements, or short-term initiatives to optimize operations and achieve organizational goals. By taking on diverse tasks and utilizing specific skills, the individuals in this role play a vital role in facilitating the overall success and growth of the company.

Key Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions

1. Construction and Maintenance Projects

• Assist the Site Manager or Operations Capex Projects Manager in executing site improvements through construction, racking, welding, or other similar tasks.
• Participate in various projects aimed at enhancing the facility’s infrastructure and functionality.

2. Collaboration and Coordination

• Work closely with the Site Manager, Operations Capex Project Manager, and other departments to remove obstacles and to facilitate smooth pathways for project execution.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration to ensure smooth pathways for project implementation.

3. Problem Solving and Innovation

• Collaborate with the project manager or site manager to analyze complex issues and challenges related to maintenance projects.
• Contribute to the development of innovative strategies and solutions to overcome obstacles and achieve project goals.

4. Quality Assurance

• Assist the project manager or site manager in maintaining high-quality standards for project deliverables.
• Ensure that all maintenance activities align with the organization’s policies and guidelines.

5. Safety

• Adhere to safety standards and protocols during all maintenance and repair activities.
• Report any incidents promptly to management.

6. Groundskeeping

• Maintain outdoor areas, including landscaping, parking lots, and sidewalks, as determined by site.
• Remove snow and manage ice during inclement weather.

7. Perform Other Duties as Assigned

• Maintain and repair facility equipment and machinery as determined by site.
• Conduct maintenance tasks such as repairing plumbing, electrical systems, and HVAC systems.
• Demonstrate flexibility in performing various tasks related to equipment, vehicles, and building maintenance.
• Perform any other duties as assigned by supervisors, contributing to the overall efficiency of the operation.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Prior experience in facility maintenance repair.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to diagnose and address maintenance issues effectively.
• Strong capability to work independently, completing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Effective communication skills for interacting with colleagues and stakeholders, conveying technical information clearly.
• Familiarity with various automotive tools and repair techniques.
• Ability to understand and follow safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment. 
• Willingness to adapt work hours, including evenings, weekends, or holidays as necessary.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Must be able to ambulate throughout the worksite during the workday.
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, stairs ramps, and the like.
• Ability to use both hands regularly with enough dexterity to perform job duties.
• May work indoors or occasionally outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Occasionally lift, move, and carry objects and materials up to 50 lbs. with or without assistance.
• Expected work hours are based on role and location.
• Ability to work occasional overtime as needed as determined by the employee’s supervisor.

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, Visiion insurance
• Life insurance
• 401k matching
• PTO
• Holiday pay
• health savings plans