General Maintenance

General Maintenance Associate

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 Whole Foods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today!

POSITION PURPOSE:

The General Maintenance Associate is responsible for general maintenance and repairs of the building and grounds (75% of duties). Ensures that the facility is maintained at a high level, snow removal is performed in a timely manner when needed, and cleanliness and safety standards are upheld. The position may also do light cleaning as requested by management.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND BASIC DUTIES:

• Ability to use power tools to perform job tasks safely and with desired results
• Ability to service basic mechanical devices and functions within the operations
• Ability to operate alternate facility PIT (scissor lift, sit-down fork, floor scrubber, etc.) safely and within expectations of site leadership
• Maintain and repair production equipment as needed
• Monitor equipment and perform troubleshooting for problems and breakdowns
• Maintain and repair facilities including basic plumbing and electrical systems
• Maintain grounds, parking lots, and driveways. Clears snow
• Provide recommendation to repair or replace poorly functioning equipment
• Efficiently prioritizes repair schedule to ensure an uninterrupted production schedule
• Conduct regular facilities inspections
• Assist personnel as needed. Communicate regularly with personnel to ensure that repairs and maintenance needs are met and coordinated with production schedules
• Keep management informed of areas activities and of significant concerns. Report major concerns or significant problems

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Basic mechanical knowledge
• Specialized training for blood borne pathogens, as well as hazardous materials
• Experience and training in service contractor based skills necessary to perform general building upkeep
• 1-2 years general maintenance experience
• Ability to use power tools
• General repair knowledge
• Good judgment is required for this position as there may be times when direct supervision may not be immediately available

UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other protected ground. Accommodation is available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the job selection process. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.

Company: United Natural Foods Inc.