Maintenance Assistant – Costco, St. John’s, NL
Location: St. John's, NL | Company: Costco Wholesale
Costco Wholesale is hiring a Maintenance Assistant for its Optical Lab operation at 75 Danny Drive in St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador. This position focuses on janitorial services, facility upkeep, grounds maintenance and general support designed to keep the workplace clean, safe and operational.
The role combines routine cleaning with practical maintenance duties such as operating compactors, restocking supplies, responding to spills, completing minor facility repairs and supporting seasonal outdoor work. Candidates should be comfortable with hands-on tasks, and Costco requires mechanical aptitude, manual dexterity and a valid driver’s licence for this position.
Maintaining Costco’s Optical Lab Facility
The Maintenance Assistant supports the condition and day-to-day operation of Costco’s Optical Lab by keeping work areas clean and helping protect both employees and equipment. Daily assignments can cover offices, break areas, restrooms, production floors and other parts of the facility, with cleaning priorities guided by the location’s work schedule and established procedures.
This is broader than a standard cleaning role. Employees may also assist with lighting, windows, walls, ceilings, outdoor areas, snow and ice removal, painting and concrete floor repairs. The position therefore combines janitorial work with basic facility maintenance and operational support.
Key Areas of Responsibility
Daily duties range from routine cleaning to grounds maintenance, supply management and practical facility support. Employees are expected to follow Costco Optical Lab safety, security and maintenance procedures throughout their work.
Facility Cleaning
Cleans floors in offices, production areas, break rooms, restrooms and other parts of the facility while maintaining equipment and cleaning water to help control dust.
Waste Management
Empties waste from designated areas and safely operates cardboard and trash compactors according to established procedures.
Building Upkeep
Cleans light fixtures, changes bulbs, washes windows and elevated surfaces and periodically vacuums areas such as rafters as part of scheduled maintenance.
Grounds Maintenance
Supports exterior upkeep by removing litter and leaves, participating in roof checks and assisting with snow and ice removal when required.
Minor Maintenance Projects
May assist with painting, concrete floor repairs and other practical facility tasks that help keep the Optical Lab in good operating condition.
Supplies and Operational Support
Monitors cleaning supplies, restocks materials, receives merchandise and supports inventory, purchasing and other internal facility activities described in the posting.
Requirements for This Maintenance Role
A High School Diploma or GED is preferred for this Costco Maintenance Assistant position. A valid driver’s licence is required, and candidates must have mechanical aptitude and sufficient manual dexterity to perform the hands-on tasks associated with facility maintenance and cleaning.
Previous janitorial experience is preferred but is not listed as mandatory. The position also requires employees to understand and use Costco’s internal maintenance system and follow applicable Optical Lab and general safety and security procedures while completing assigned work.
Skills That May Help Candidates Succeed
This position involves a varied workload, so employees benefit from practical problem-solving abilities and a reliable approach to both scheduled duties and unexpected maintenance needs.
Understanding how basic equipment and facility systems operate helps employees complete maintenance tasks and use cleaning and compacting equipment safely.
Hands-on ability is important for tasks such as changing light bulbs, painting, completing minor repairs and handling maintenance tools or supplies.
Following safety and security procedures is essential when responding to spills, using compactors, performing outdoor work or completing facility repairs.
Monitoring schedules, supplies, inventory and purchasing tasks requires an organized approach to daily maintenance responsibilities.
Courteous communication supports positive interactions with Costco members, employees and suppliers who may require assistance within the facility.
Daily Work at the St. John’s Optical Lab
This opportunity is based at Costco’s 75 Danny Drive location in St. John’s and specifically supports the Optical Lab environment. Employees may move between indoor cleaning, maintenance activities, receiving tasks and exterior grounds work depending on the facility’s daily needs.
The position can also involve internal and external purchasing, store inventory activities and receiving merchandise for placement in the appropriate department. Flexibility is important because the official posting notes that Maintenance Assistants may support other areas of the Optical Lab when necessary.
How to Apply
Candidates interested in the Costco Maintenance Assistant position in St. John’s can review the official vacancy and submit an application through Costco’s recruitment platform. Applicants should ensure that their driver’s licence, mechanical aptitude and any previous janitorial or facility maintenance experience are clearly reflected in their application.
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