About the Role
The Facilities Associate role at OSJL upholds a positive customer experience by ensuring a clean, safe, and functional store environment. Responsibilities encompass comprehensive interior and exterior upkeep, adhering to all Company standards. The primary focus is maintaining the store's condition to ensure the best environment for associates and guests.
Responsibilities
- Identify and correct maintenance and safety issues inside and outside the store, ensuring the well-being of associates and customers.
- Sweep, mop, scrub, vacuum, and generally maintain floors, steps and other similar surfaces.
- Empty waste containers and pick up and dispose of interior trash, litter, and other similar debris.
- Check and maintain adequate bathroom, breakroom and other supplies needed in the normal use of the building.
- Maintain approaches to buildings by keeping them clear of debris, snow, and other obstructions.
- Ensure all work areas, storage areas, and materials are safe, clean, and orderly, and that all cleaning supplies are clearly labeled and stored.
- Ensure all OSJL customers receive exceptional service both on the sales floor and at the point of sale.
- Assist with merchandising tasks, including stocking, displays, and pricing, and operate a cash register as needed.
- Perform all duties with a focus on safeguarding Company property.
- Communicate any issues to store leadership in a timely manner.
Requirements
- Prior facilities experience is required.
- Experience working in a retail environment or in customer service is preferred.
- Basic math and reading skills, legible handwriting, and good verbal and written communication skills are preferred.
- Must be able to lift 35 lbs on a regular basis.
Skills
- Customer service
- Merchandising
- Stocking
- Cash register operation
- Cleaning
- Maintenance
- Communication
Location
- Northeast
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Entry Level
Salary/Compensations
- $16.75 - $17.75 per hour
Benefits
- 30% Associate Discount
- Wellbeing Time & Care.com Access
- Generous Paid Time Off (Sick Time Pay, Vacation, Holiday Pay)
- Comprehensive Health & Wellness (Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Accident coverage)
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Accolade Care
- Referral Bonus
- Profit Sharing Bonus
- 401K
- OSJL Vacations & Various Discounts at Partner Companies
About the Company
- Ocean State Job Lot (“OSJL” and “Company”) is a leading $850+ million general merchandise retailer operating over 150 stores in the Northeast and a $75+ million shopping center business with OSJL as the anchor tenant in over 50% of its centers.
- At OSJL, we are committed to providing exceptional value to our customers while championing positive change in our communities and inspiring a more responsible model for retail.
