Lead, Maintenance​/Cleaning, Maintenance Technician ​/ Mechanic

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Environmental Lead Job Description

The Environmental Lead is responsible for supporting and maintaining all functions of the environmental department. This role serves as the primary point of communication regarding environmental and maintenance-related matters and oversees daily work performed by equipment operators, pickers, and cleaners, ensuring all activities meet Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards. The Lead also assists with maintenance reporting and related tasks to reduce downtime and enhance overall operational performance.

• Support production tasks as needed.

• Perform picking, loading, and unloading of shipments.

• Conduct general cleaning and maintenance duties.

• Remove trash and debris through sweeping, shoveling, and related tasks.

• Ensure a safe and compliant environment for all employees, customers, and visitors by promoting safe work practices and maintaining hazard-free areas.

• 2–3 years of experience working in an outdoor environment.

• Prior supervisory or managerial experience.

• Experience handling universal waste.

• Understanding of machinery, tools, repair processes, raw materials, and production workflows.

• General construction knowledge.

• Computer data entry skills.

• Experience in picking and production.

• Experience leading a team.

• Universal waste handling ( .
  Batteries :
  All types, including rechargeable and single-use.

• Lamps :
  Fluorescent bulbs (CFLs, tubes), high-intensity discharge, etc..

• Mercury-Containing Equipment :
  Thermostats, thermometers, switches, manometers.

• Pesticides :
  Recalled, suspended, or canceled stocks.

• Aerosol Cans :
  Certain types, especially those that are not fully empty.

• Electronics (E-Waste) :
  Televisions, computers, and other devices (often state-specific).

Enjoy a location offering consistent overtime opportunities. Join a long-established company with over a century in business, committed to excellence in safety, productivity, and product quality.

The facility includes both an indoor production area and a large outdoor yard featuring heavy machinery, moving equipment, and high-noise conditions. The environment is dusty, and the role will primarily work inside the warehouse located at the front of the site. Steel-toe shoes, work pants, and a plain t-shirt or sweater are required, with a safety vest provided. Morning shift runs 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM, with overtime on Saturdays as needed.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Oakland, CA.

The pay range for this position is $27.00 - $30.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Oakland, CA.

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 3, 2026.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.