Who You Are
The Maintenance Support Worker is an entry-level support role responsible for general groundskeeping, light facility maintenance, basic equipment support, and shop/site cleanup at Kinetic Custom Trailers. This position helps keep the yard, shop, equipment, and work areas safe, clean, organized, and operational.
This role is suited for someone with 1–3 years of experience in general maintenance, groundskeeping, facilities support, construction labour, shop labour, or a similar hands-on role. The position requires a practical mindset, willingness to learn, and the ability to complete a variety of small maintenance tasks safely and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
General Maintenance Support
- Perform light maintenance tasks around the shop, yard, office, and site areas.
- Assist with minor repairs to fixtures, work areas, doors, shelving, benches, and basic shop infrastructure.
- Support quick fixes on non-critical tools, equipment, carts, stands, and facility items.
- Report larger equipment issues, safety hazards, or repair needs to the appropriate supervisor.
- Help maintain a clean, organized, and safe working environment.
Groundskeeping and Yard Support
- Perform general landscaping and grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, weeding, raking, and snow/ice removal as needed.
- Keep walkways, entrances, parking areas, and yard spaces clear and presentable.
- Assist with organizing outdoor storage areas, materials, bins, and general yard cleanliness.
- Support seasonal maintenance tasks.
Painting, Carpentry, and Small Projects
- Complete basic painting, touch-ups, patching, and surface preparation.
- Assist with simple carpentry tasks such as building, repairing, or modifying shelves, benches, storage areas, or basic wooden structures.
- Help with small improvement projects around the facility.
- Use basic hand and power tools safely and appropriately.
Cleaning and Shop Support
- Perform general cleaning duties in shop, yard, lunchroom, washroom, storage, and common areas.
- Remove garbage, scrap, debris, and unused materials from work areas.
- Sweep, pressure wash, organize, and maintain high-traffic areas.
- Assist production teams by keeping workspaces clear and safe.
Equipment and Tool Support
- Assist with basic tool and equipment checks.
- Perform simple, non-specialized fixes where safe and appropriate.
- Help move, clean, organize, or prepare equipment for use.
- Identify when repairs require a qualified mechanic, electrician, millwright, or other licensed trade.
Required Qualifications
- 1–3 years of experience in general maintenance, groundskeeping, construction labour, shop labour, facilities support, or a similar hands-on role.
- Basic experience using hand tools and common power tools.
- Ability to complete physical labour in a shop, yard, and outdoor environment.
- Strong attention to safety, housekeeping, and organization.
- Ability to follow instructions and complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
- Willingness to learn and take on a variety of tasks.
- Reliable attendance and punctuality.
What We Offer
- Competitive Pay: $29-31 per hour, based on experience
- Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package, paid holidays and paid time off
- Growth Opportunities: Continuing education and growth into specialized roles is encouraged.
- Team Environment: Work in a collaborative, continuous improvement-focused production shop
- Stability: Full-time, permanent position with consistent hours
Schedule & Work Details
- Hours: Full-time, day shift
- Location: Penticton, BC
- Environment: Industrial manufacturing environment, shop floor and office.
To Apply: Please submit your resume and cover letter through our website at Kinetic – Careers. We appreciate all applications, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
About Kinetic Custom Trailers
Join a team where innovation meets craftsmanship — Welcome to Kinetic Custom Trailers. At KINETIC, we don’t just build trailers, we engineer custom solutions that push the boundaries of design, functionality, and quality. As a leader in the custom trailer manufacturing industry, we take pride in creating smart, efficient designs that meet the unique needs of every client, no matter how complex or specialized.
Backed by nearly a decade of proven success at our long-standing Canadian headquarters, we’ve also brought that momentum to Waco—opening fresh opportunities for skilled, driven people to grow with us. Whether you’re on the shop floor, behind a CAD screen, or working with customers, you’ll be part of a company that values excellence, adaptability, and forward-thinking.