Facilities Mechanic

Job Summary:

Building system monitoring, troubleshooting and repair. Including but not limited to gas fired boilers, air compressors, condensate systems, glycol chillers, glycol refrigeration units, direct contact water heaters, HVAC including freon cooling, gas heating, make-up air, air recirculating equipment, DAF wastewater treatment, stormwater protection awareness, spill awareness.

Essential Responsibilities:

· Conducting routine inspections: The technician is responsible for regularly inspecting the facility to identify any maintenance needs or safety hazards.

· Operating and maintaining tools and equipment: The technician should have knowledge of and experience in safely operating tools and equipment used in maintenance work.

· Identifies need for work and generates work requests for both internal and contract maintenance. Especially regarding utility systems.

· Performs daily preventive maintenance and checks to ensure equipment is operating within its parameters, and no performance degrading trends are occurring.

· Performs and documents emergency work as required.

· Assists contract maintenance providers as required.

· Serves as a mentor of multi-craft technicians to improve their skills and abilities related to plant systems.

· Performs other duties throughout the plant and office areas as required.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift 20 to 50 pounds.

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time including climbing, bending, stooping and kneeling in order to move and work around equipment.

Ability to work in an environment that has high temperatures, humidity, loud equipment and slippery surfaces.

Education and Experience:

· High School Diploma or GED; a minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing facility performing mechanical and/or electrical inspections, troubleshooting and repairs; or equivalent combination of education and experience required.

· Preferred Qualifications:

• College or formal technical school education with demonstrated aptitude and skills in mechanical, wastewater treatment, HVAC, and Boiler repairs.

• One to two years in food manufacturing environment

• Mechanical or electrical certifications/licenses

Carolina Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.