Maintenance & Facilities Helper

Job Title: Maintenance & Facilities Helper

Department: Maintenance

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor

Hours Available: M-F 8:00 am-4:30 pm EST (30-minute unpaid lunch break)

FLSA Class: Non-Exempt (hourly)

EEO1 Classification: Laborers and Helpers  

Physical Address: 1953 Langston Street, Rock Hill, SC 29730

Salary Range: $16.00 - $22.00 (Actual compensation will be determined based on experience, location, and other factors permitted by law)

Grade: 1

Job Summary:

The Maintenance & Facilities helper will ensure the smooth operation, safety, and upkeep of our facility and equipment. This role is responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs across production machinery, building systems, and facility utilities. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver with a strong attention to detail and a commitment to safety and efficiency.

Essential Functions (included but not limited to):

Maintenance & Equipment Support

• Perform preventative maintenance on production machinery, mechanical systems, and facility infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and plumbing issues.
• Assist with equipment installations, repairs, upgrades, and facility improvement projects.
• Operate and maintain power industrial trucks (PIT) and other facility-related equipment.

Facility Operations & Safety

• Maintain interior and exterior facility conditions including lighting, HVAC systems, and general upkeep.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA regulations, lockout/tagout (LOTO) procedures, and company safety protocols.
• Support emergency response efforts, including inclement weather preparedness and facility safety measures.
• Participate in annual safety, equipment, and compliance training programs.

Operational Support

• Respond promptly to maintenance requests in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Assist with inventory management of maintenance tools, supplies, and equipment.
• Support recycling initiatives, including material separation and waste management.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform additional duties and special projects as assigned to support operational efficiency.

Please note that this job description is not intended to provide an exhaustive listing of tasks, activities, or responsibilities required of the employee in this role. Tasks, responsibilities, and duties may change without notice.

Skills:

• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on troubleshooting ability
• Attention to detail and strong process orientation
• Effective time management and prioritization skills
• Sound judgment and objective decision-making ability
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to recognize opportunities for improvement
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and have IDs needed to verify
• English literate and proficient (reading, writing, speaking, comprehension)
• Successful completion of a criminal background check is required

Preferred Education/Qualifications:

• Forklift operation experience
• Electrical maintenance experience
• Prior experience in a manufacturing or warehouse environment

Physical Demands:

Key:

N-Never

O-Occasional; 1-33% of time

F-Frequent; 34-66% of time

C-Constant; 67-100% of time

BEDGEAR® is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer that participates in the E-Verify program!

 

Why Work @ BEDGEAR?

If you’re looking for a career and not just a job, BEDGEAR provides a work environment that accelerates growth for all its team members. Keeping up with the everyday challenges of a fast-growing consumer goods company demands a team of all-in players, who are focused on continuous improvement, collaboration, leadership, and have a growth-mindset. If you want to elevate yourself personally and professionally, surrounding yourself with others that share the same values, beliefs, and behaviors will provide the support and extra push to reach new heights and smash new goals. At BEDGEAR you can expect to find successful teammates who exemplify our core values of being:

HUNGRY - HUMBLE - CURIOUS - CLEVER - COMMITTED - HUMANITARIAN

About BEDGEAR® PERFORMANCE®

Launched in 2009, BEDGEAR® is the brand of Performance® that provides innovative bedding by focusing on an active lifestyle and well-being. BEDGEAR’s sleep solutions are engineered with Performance fabrics that are temperature neutral and instant cooling and maximizes airflow to allow the body to naturally regulate its temperature. With a core belief of One Size Does Not Fit All™, BEDGEAR has redefined the way people view sleep by developing interactive in-store experiences and breathable bedding products that are personally fit to a consumer based on specific factors, including body type, sleep position and temperature. BEDGEAR is dedicated to integrating environmental responsibility into product development to ensure less returned goods are being sent to landfills. BEDGEAR is essential to the rest and recovery routines of professional athletes and active people who need to maximize their sleep. A proud manufacturer in the USA, BEDGEAR offers mattresses, pillows, sheets, blankets, pet beds as well as travel, kids and baby products that often feature removable and washable covers to maintain a clean and healthy sleep environment. BEDGEAR is represented in more than 4,000 retail stores across the globe and has earned more than 220 U.S. and worldwide patents, trademark registrations and pending applications. Sleep Fuels Everything®!


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