Facility Maintenance Technician II

About the role

Americold, a global leader in temperature‑controlled logistics with over 240 facilities worldwide, is seeking a Facility Maintenance Technician I to perform routine general maintenance and repairs throughout a warehouse environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and adjustments on doors, dock levelers, freezer doors, sprinkler systems, and electrical components in accordance with OSHA standards.
• Conduct basic maintenance and repairs on roofing systems, and office and break‑room HVAC systems.
• Inspect and test operating equipment and safety equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA and operational standards.
• Test, maintain, and evaluate equipment performance using instruments such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, pyrometers, and pressure gauges.
• Maintain tools, machinery, batteries, and chargers in good working condition and use equipment as instructed.
• Maintain accurate preventive maintenance records.
• Perform routine maintenance on external equipment and grounds, including snow removal, painting, and paving repairs.
• Work flexible shifts as required, including on‑call assignments, and respond to security alarm calls as needed.
• Other essential duties may be assigned as necessary.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years of industrial or facilities maintenance experience, or equivalent technical/vocational certification in lieu of experience.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting and repairing electrical, plumbing, sprinkler systems, and carpentry.
• Knowledge of various types of equipment used in maintenance trades.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience working in a cold‑storage environment.
• Vocational or technical certification and/or training.
• Familiarity with Oracle Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in controlled indoor temperatures as low as –45 °F (–43 °C) and in outdoor ambient conditions.
• Ability to work at heights exceeding 30 ft (9 m) and access elevated platforms, catwalks, and roofs.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Ability to climb ladders and stairs.
• Frequent standing, walking, pushing, pulling, reaching, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lb (23 kg) frequently.
• Ability to operate hand and power tools safely.
• Vision requirements: close, distance, color, and depth perception (contacts prohibited when working with ammonia).
• May be required to pass a physical and respiratory/respirator fit exam.
• Frequent stepping onto/off material handling equipment.
• Fine motor skills for operating equipment with fingers/hands or feet.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Short‑term and long‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with company match.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Paid time off (subject to position and collective bargaining agreement).

Location: 11850 Center Rd, San Antonio, TX