Mid-Atlantic Truck and Equipment Verified

Automotive, Trucking, Equipment Sales

Shop Porter / Custodian

Chesapeake, VAOnsiteFull TimePosted 12 days ago

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Required skills

dependable
self-motivated
clean
organized
sweeping
emptying trash
cleaning bathrooms
washing windows
loading hoppers
dumping hoppers

Nice to have

custodial
janitorial
facility maintenance

Role summary

Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment is seeking a dependable Shop Porter/Custodian in Chesapeake, VA, to maintain the cleanliness and organization of their busy shop, parts areas, and facility grounds. This hands-on role involves indoor and outdoor tasks such as sweeping, trash removal, bathroom cleaning, window washing, groundskeeping, and basic facility upkeep. The position also requires supporting technicians with material handling, operating a forklift (training provided), and making local parts pickups. The ideal candidate is a proactive, reliable team player with strong attention to detail and communication skills, able to perform physical tasks and work in various environments. A background in custodial or facility maintenance is a plus.

Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment

Shop Porter | Chesapeake, VA

Are you someone who takes pride in a job well done and enjoys staying busy throughout the day? Mid-Atlantic Truck & Equipment is looking for a dependable, self-motivated Shop Porter to help keep our busy shop, parts areas, and facility grounds clean, organized, and ready for the team.

This is a hands-on role with plenty of variety, giving you the opportunity to work both indoors and outdoors while supporting the technicians and the overall operation. From keeping shop areas clean and organized to maintaining the grounds, handling trash, and jumping in to help wherever needed, your work will have a direct impact on keeping the facility running smoothly.

We’re looking for someone who is reliable, proactive, and takes initiative—someone who notices what needs to be done and is happy to jump in. A background in custodial, janitorial, facility maintenance, or other hands-on work is a plus, but we’re also willing to train the right person.

If you enjoy working with your hands, staying active, and being part of a team where your work is appreciated, we’d love to hear from you!

Ready to GEAR UP for success? Apply today and join our team!

Why Join Team MATE?

Competitive hourly pay: $18-$25/hour, based on experience

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Two weeks of PTO during your first year

$200 annual boot allowance

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Referral Program

Company uniforms and company phone provided

What You’ll Do:

Keep the facility clean, safe, and ready for the team by sweeping shop floors, emptying trash, cleaning bathrooms, washing windows, and keeping work areas free of debris

Pitch in and support the shop and warehouse teams with hands-on tasks such as loading and dumping forklift hoppers, cleaning equipment, keeping technician bays organized, and helping wherever needed

Maintain the grounds and outdoor areas by mowing, weed trimming, spraying weed killer, and keeping the property looking clean and well maintained

Help with basic facility upkeep including changing light bulbs, touch-up painting, and other minor maintenance tasks

Operate a forklift and company vehicle to move materials and equipment and make local parts pickups; forklift training/certification will be provided

Keep cleaning supplies stocked and organized and provide friendly, helpful support to customers, technicians, warehouse staff, and other team members

What We’re Looking For:

A dependable team player with strong attention to detail

Ability to perform physical tasks, work indoors and outdoors, and manage a variety of responsibilities

Forklift certification preferred (or willingness to obtain)

Strong communication and time-management skills

Valid driver’s license

High School Diploma or GED preferred

Communication Requirements:

This position requires the ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to safely perform the essential functions of the job.

Effective communication is necessary to understand and follow safety procedures and instructions, communicate with customers and team members, and complete required job-related documentation.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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