ABOUT THE POSITION
Perform routine janitorial and general labor duties with minimum supervision, as directed by the Department Supervisor and Department Leader.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (may include but not limited to)

• Empty trash and garbage containers.
• Safely operate cleaning equipment and forklift in a safe matter.
• Ensure that all floors are clean at all times.
• Clear walkways of any snow or ice.
• Perform task in accordance with all federal , state and county guidelines.
• Sweep and clean plant and plant office floors.
• Remove excess boxes, crates, packaging, and trash from containers throughout the plant.
• Maintain locker rooms, rest rooms, and lunchrooms in sanitary condition.
• Clean all plant offices as requested and needed.
• Operate floor sweeper and forklift in the performance of duties.
• Perform seasonal tasks such as ice and snow removal and weed control.
• Clean and/or replace furnace filters and maintain humidifiers.
• Perform other janitorial or general labor duties throughout the facility as qualified and assigned.
• Job requires using a computer mouse to access and open/close computer documents.
• Perform work standing on concrete up to 10 hours per day.
• Ability to use general mechanic and maintenance tools and equipment.
• Ability to maneuver in congested work environment with usual working conditions associated with heavy equipment repair (exhaust, solvent, etc.)
• Ability to work on, in, around, and under equipment as necessary to perform duties. Climb ladders, work platforms, stairs, etc.
• Ability to read and interpret necessary instructions or specifications required to perform duties.
• Computer experience desired, particularly the ability to use a mouse, and locate and open/close files.

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Our Culture and Values
Employees that become part of Astec embody the values below throughout their work.

• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• Respect for all individuals
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

Manufacturing Environment

Shop manufacturing environment exposures include exposure to moving mechanical parts, machinery, tools and equipment, vibration, fumes or airborne particles, motorized vehicles, welding and machining operations, outside weather conditions and exposure to the risk of electric shock. The employee may occasionally be exposed to varying levels of dirt, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals, very warm and/or very chilly temperatures. The noise level in the shop can be very loud at times consistent with an industrial assembly facility and may require hearing protection. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Astec does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender (sex), sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, citizenship status, a person’s veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law or executive order.