General Laborer - Maintenance/Mechanic Department

The General Laborer supports the maintenance and mechanic team by performing a variety of labor-intensive tasks related to equipment maintenance, shop organization, facility upkeep, and preventive maintenance activities. This position assists mechanics in maintaining equipment, tools, and work areas while ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist mechanics with routine maintenance and repair activities on equipment, vehicles, and machinery.
• Clean, wash, and prepare equipment for service and repair.
• Perform basic maintenance tasks such as lubrication, fluid checks, filter changes, and tire inspections.
• Retrieve, transport, and organize tools, parts, and materials as needed.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the maintenance shop, work areas, and storage locations.
• Dispose of waste materials, used fluids, and scrap parts according to company and environmental standards.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and moving equipment and supplies.
• Conduct routine inspections and report maintenance concerns or safety hazards.
• Support preventive maintenance programs by completing assigned tasks.
• Follow all safety procedures, policies, and personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements.
• Perform general facility maintenance and housekeeping duties.
• Complete other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous maintenance, mechanical, agricultural, dairy, manufacturing, or construction experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to safely use hand tools and basic power tools.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn.
• Strong work ethic and dependability.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly and occasionally more with assistance.
• Frequent walking, standing, bending, kneeling, climbing, and reaching.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work around machinery, equipment, noise, dust, grease, and other industrial conditions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Understanding of workplace safety practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality work.
• Ability to maintain attendance and work a flexible schedule when needed.

Working Conditions

• Industrial maintenance shop and production environment.
• Exposure to moving machinery, mechanical parts, chemicals, lubricants, and varying temperatures.
• Required use of PPE including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and steel-toed footwear.