Facilities and Equipment Maintenance Associate

About the role

The Facilities and Equipment Maintenance Associate performs and oversees preventive and routine maintenance tasks throughout the distribution center facility, its grounds, and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair and general maintenance work on the facility, building, and grounds, both externally and internally.
• Assist with and perform installation, maintenance, repair, and construction in basic building maintenance trades (carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, locksmith, mechanics).
• Troubleshoot and provide minor maintenance or replacement for equipment, including forklifts, pallet jacks, and other mechanical equipment.
• Troubleshoot minor maintenance problems involving electrical, structural, and plumbing systems.
• Conduct routine inventory and inspections, including fire extinguishers and first aid kits.
• Communicate with management regarding issues and follow up.
• Inventory and restock first aid kits.
• Build and dismantle warehouse racking.
• Remove snow/ice at all exterior entrances/exits throughout the facility.
• Interact with vendors, including plumbers, electricians, carpenters, builders, and technicians.
• Perform sanitation and food safety tasks, such as sweeping, dusting, trash collection, charging equipment, loading and sorting pallets, and baling cardboard.
• Maintain accurate records of preventive maintenance schedules and inspections.
• Order supplies and materials for receiving and completing projects.
• Maintain facilities, equipment, and grounds in good working order, cleanliness, and per sanitation guidelines for vendors and auditing companies.
• Support each department with necessary maintenance for facilities, equipment, and grounds.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 1 year of building maintenance experience, preferably in a warehouse distribution environment.

Skills

• Knowledge of trades related to building maintenance and repair, including various procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of machinery, equipment, and tools necessary for warehouse distribution center maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Skill in reading and following blueprints and assembly instructions.
• Skill in using hand and power tools, and ability to operate pallet jacks, forklifts, and other warehouse equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external personnel.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to work independently, handling multiple tasks with varying degrees of skill.

Pay

Starting pay: $22 per hour. Guaranteed pay increases after 6 months and 1 year of employment, with additional increases based on length of service.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM (with flexibility until work is complete). No scheduled weekends.

Benefits

• Full benefits package: medical, dental, and vision.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Safety footwear reimbursement.
• Overtime pay.
• Paid holidays.
• Employee discounts on pet food and supplies.