Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic, and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family-owned stores to Wholefoods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do?

POSITION PURPOSE: The facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for building and equipment maintenance and upkeep. Skilled in a variety of areas, including plumbing, carpentry, and electrical systems. Duties include inspecting buildings, maintaining inventory, and scheduling repairs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Inspect buildings, equipment, and systems to identify any issues. Perform basic facility upkeep tasks (painting, carpentry, Plumbing, housekeeping, and limited electrical tasks such as light bulb changing, etc.).
• Performs basic building and grounds repairs and maintenance on material handling equipment, including faulty equipment units and damaged structures.
• Uses power tools to perform job tasks safely and with desired results. Services basic mechanical devices and functions within the operations. Ability to operate alternate facility PIT (scissor lift, sit-down fork, etc.) safely and within expectations of site leadership.
• Follow preventative maintenance procedures and assist with the development and implementation of all new procedures.
• Performs basic wiring, motor hookups, conveyor assembly, and chain, sprocket, belt, and sheave repairs. Ability to perform basic PM and repairs to UPS system, compressors, diverters, motors, and batteries.
• Must be able to accurately and legibly complete required paperwork and documentation, schedule and coordinate work orders and repairs. Must use a PC.
• Conducting periodic quality checks on equipment and systems to ensure everything is up to standard.
• Maintaining inventory records for equipment and supplies.  As well as perform other relevant job duties as required.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE:

• 2-3 years of on-the-job experience.
• Advanced understanding of general maintenance procedures and techniques.
• Certificate in HVAC, building maintenance technology, or a relevant field is preferred.
• Effective problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of production functions.
• Ability to work well independently
•  Good judgment is required, as there may be times when immediate supervision is not available

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Warehouse Role Examples

• Ability to work in freezing temperatures ranging from -20 degrees below zero.
• Ability to lift up to 75 pounds and to stand, walk, bend, stoop, twist, and turn frequently.
• Work at heights of 40 feet or higher, in close quarters, or under unusual conditions as required.
• Ability to do repetitious arm, wrist, and hand movements required for maintenance and service procedures.
• Requires manual dexterity, overall coordination, and good balance to work both at ground level and in high places to perform job duties. Ability to operate work-related equipment.