Facilities Maintenance Tech

W hat would you say to a career that helps keep the world working? One where you take an active role in an industry that literally makes daily life possible for people and businesses alike? Where the rewards and opportunities for growth are as great as your ambition? Then Lake Cable is looking for you. For more than a quarter century, Lake Cable has been a leading manufacturer of low voltage, industrial power, utility, custom OEM and broadcast-quality cables, all 100% produced in the United States.

Thanks to a shared passion and commitment to our customers, we deliver the finest quality products, engineered to exacting specifications. BETTER. SMARTER. FASTER. Headquartered in Bensenville, IL with over 450 employees and five facilities in the Midwest, Lake Cable is a privately-owned family business. That spirit of family inspires a culture where the success of every team member is a top priority, with competitive benefits and paths to advancement.

Our richly diverse team is also committed to sustainability, community involvement, and ethical business practices. Because we believe it’s the only way to do business. If you’re ready for a leap forward, we should talk. Lake Cable. When Delivery Matters… Position Summary: The Facilities Maintenance technician is responsible for the organization and cleaning of the dumpster area located within our parking lot.

This position requires the use of a forklift. Performance of the tasks required for this position and janitorial responsibilities that include sweeping the forklift path inside the facility, assisting with building maintenance projects, and custodial tasks as needed by the team. This position reports to the maintenance supervisor Essential Functions: Maintain a clean and organized area by the dumpsters- including sweeping and leaf blowing the area.

Breakdown and disposal of old reels marked for trash by the inventory team. Use the forklift to dispose of trash and compound into the dumpsters . Use a forklift to organize and stack boxes and pallets. Use a forklift to put stacks of boxes and pallets onto a flatbed for pick-up. Sweep the forklift paths inside the manufacturing facility Empty and dispose of old handheld propane tanks General housekeeping duties including cleaning of restrooms when needed Assisting building maintenance team with projects when needed Knowledge: Knowledge of OSHA and other environmental regulations Knowledge of general maintenance methods, operating requirements, and safety precautions related to facilities maintenance Skills and Abilities: Must be a well-organized Problem solving skills Time Management Able to work under minimal supervision Qualifications: High School diploma, GED or equivalent combination of education and work experience Basic understanding of proper hand tool use, both manual and powered Forklift experience Work Environment: Works in plant, office, and outdoor environments.

Physical Demands: While performing the essential functions of the job the employee may be required to sit, stand or walk, use hands to handle, grasp and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally be required to stoop, kneel, crawl or squat as well as lift up to 50 pounds.

Benefits

Paid time off Paid Parental Leave 401(k) match Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life insurance (company paid) Voluntary Life/AD&D Voluntary Life/AD&D (child) Short-term disability (company paid) Long-term disability (company paid) Accident Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Referral program Production bonus Competitive pay Monday–Friday, occasional Saturdays; 7 a.

m.- 7 p.m. or 7 p.m. - 7 a.m.