Facilities Maintenance Technician

Role Summary The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of facility, production, and material-handling equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient plant operations. This role supports operational continuity by maintaining mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, refrigeration/utility, and building systems; responding to emergency maintenance needs and fire calls; assisting with equipment startups; completing required documentation; and maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work environment. Work may include support of shop, production, warehouse, and cold storage/freezer areas as assigned. Key Responsibilities Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and facility/industrial maintenance principles. Ability to perform preventive and corrective maintenance on a variety of equipment, including material-handling and production/freezing equipment. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills; ability to diagnose equipment issues and determine safe, effective repairs. Ability to read and interpret manuals, schematics/diagrams as provided, work orders, and safety instructions. Basic math skills; ability to use common measuring/diagnostic tools (e.g., tape measure and voltmeter/multimeter). Ability to use shop and hand tools safely; familiarity with common shop equipment (e.g., grinders, band saw, drill press) is a plus. Ability to document work accurately and clearly; strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Effective communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Strong commitment to safety, quality, and housekeeping standards; ability to follow lockout/tagout and other required procedures. Experience with refrigeration systems (including ammonia) and/or processing/packaging equipment is a plus. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent required; technical or trade school training preferred. Facilities, industrial, production, or material-handling equipment maintenance experience strongly preferred. Experience with preventive and corrective maintenance programs (PM/CM); experience completing maintenance work orders/documentation preferred. Experience working on forklifts, pallet jacks, aerial lifts, or other MHE is a plus. Experience with refrigeration systems (including ammonia), boiler/utility systems, or industrial processing/packaging equipment is a plus. Relevant certifications or licenses (e.g., electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, fire systems, welding, or general maintenance) are a plus.

Physical Requirements Mobility:

Requires frequent walking, standing, bending, and climbing throughout the shift.

Manual Dexterity:

Ability to use hand tools, power tools, and perform repetitive motions.

Lifting and Carrying:

Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items weighing up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Visual Acuity:

Ability to see clearly both near and far, including reading gauges, controls, and maintenance documentation.

Hearing:

Ability to hear and respond to alarms, machinery sounds, and verbal instructions.

Speaking:

Ability to communicate effectively to convey instructions, information, and safety warnings. Work Environment Work is performed in industrial/manufacturing and facility environments, including maintenance shops, production areas, warehouse areas, and both indoors and outdoors as assigned. May require work in cold storage/freezer areas and other temperature-varying environments. Regular exposure to machinery and moving equipment, noise, dust, grease, vibration, steam, and moving mechanical parts. Occasional exposure to hazardous materials or systems/equipment (including refrigeration systems as applicable); required personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn. Work environment subject to change based on duties performed.

Job Type:

Full-time Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person