Faciities Assistant, Ronkonkoma

Nesco Resource, a national staffing company, has an immediate need for a Facilities Assistant

Location: Ronkonkoma

Salary 23-26 per hour

osition Summary

The Facilities Assistant supports the Maintenance Lead in maintaining safe, efficient, and reliable operation of manufacturing equipment and building systems within a metal furniture manufacturing facility. This role focuses on preventative maintenance, routine equipment servicing, and general building repairs to minimize downtime and ensure a safe work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Preventative&Equipment Maintenance• Assist the Maintenance Lead with scheduled preventative maintenance on manufacturing machinery and equipment. • Perform routine inspections, lubrication, adjustments, and basic repairs on mechanical and electro-mechanical equipment. • Identify potential equipment issues early and report findings to reduce unplanned downtime.• Assist with equipment changeovers, installations, and relocation as needed.

Facilities&Building Maintenance• Perform general building maintenance, including minor carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, and structural repairs. • Maintain doors, docks, lighting, HVAC support components, and shop utilities. • Assist with snow removal, grounds maintenance, and seasonal facility needs.• Ensure work areas remain clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.

Safety&Compliance• Follow OSHA, company safety policies, use proper PPE, and lockout/tagout procedures. • Assist in maintaining a safe shop environment by identifying hazards and supporting corrective actions.

Support&Documentation• Track completed maintenance tasks and assist with maintenance logs. • Communicate equipment issues, parts needs, and repair status to the Maintenance Lead.

Work closely with production teams to minimize disruption during repairs

Requirements Qualifications&Experience• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in facilities maintenance, manufacturing maintenance, or industrial maintenance. • Experience working in a metal manufacturing or industrial environment a plus. • Basic knowledge of mechanical systems, hand tools, power tools, and maintenance best practices.• Ability to follow simple schematics, manuals, and written instructions.

Skills&Competencies• Ability to work independently and as part of a team • Good communication and time management skills • Dependable, safety-conscious, and detail-oriented • Willingness to learn and support various maintenance disciplines

Physical Requirements&Work Environment• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs. • Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment with noise, dust, and temperature variations. • May require climbing ladders, working in tight spaces, and occasional overtime or off-shift support.

Preferred (not required)• Trade school or vocational training • Forklift or lift certification

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

*Sponsorship is not available for this position*

*Please note

that the approximate salary pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to knowledge, skills and abilities.

Benefits :

401(k) with match

Health, Dental Vision Insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Salary Description $23.00-$26.00 / HR.