Facilities Maintenance Technician

Description Position at Jacintoport International Starting rate: $26 per hour Long-term employment with opportunities for growth Benefits 401(K) Retirement Saving Plan w/ Employer Match Medical, Dental & Vision insurance Tuition Reimbursement Life Insurance Supplemental Medical Coverage Paid Time Off Parental Leave Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Program Position Summary This position is responsible for performing maintenance for the entire facility. An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Geographic Region Please note applications from outside the geographic region will not be considered. Required Qualifications A minimum of two (2) years of hands‑on maintenance experience in areas such as plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, etc. Experience and ability to use common hand and power tools such as screwdrivers, saws, drills, wrenches, and hammers. Certificate in trade skills related to HVAC, electricity, industrial repairs, etc. Excellent troubleshooting skills. High School graduate or equivalent. Intermediate communication skills to read, write, and speak English. Ability to function effectively in a fast‑paced, team‑oriented work environment. Ability to work independently with limited supervision and strong initiative. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees. Ability to think logically, follow procedures, instructions and make sound decisions. Willingness to work flexible hours and long hours including nights, overtime, weekends and holidays. Preferred Qualifications Welding experience. Duties and Responsibilities Primary Perform all functions in accordance with operating and safety guidelines. Perform maintenance on rotating equipment, conveyors, gearboxes, alignment and new mechanical installations. Troubleshoot, analyze and repair all electronic AC and DC variable equipment. Perform maintenance on electrical controls and mechanical equipment. Weld equipment, conveyors, gearboxes, etc. Operate heavy equipment to perform maintenance jobs as needed. Maintain a clean work area, free of debris or safety hazards, with awareness of surroundings. Secondary Special projects for the Department Manager. Perform other functions as assigned. Physical Requirements Subject to physical and/or DOT screening including other tests as applicable. Must frequently carry, push and pull up to 100lbs.; occasionally lift 100lbs. Must frequently grasp, perform repetitive wrist and foot motions, and exercise finger dexterity. Must continuously talk and hear. Must frequently sit, stand and walk. Must frequently climb, forward bend, squat, twist, and reach overhead. Must occasionally exercise eye‑hand‑foot coordination. Must occasionally kneel and crawl. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Safety Requirements Report safety hazards. Immediately report incidents involving injury, illness, or property damage. Wear appropriate PPE as instructed by the immediate supervisor. Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and rules. Refuse any unsafe task or operation. Participate in safety meetings and training. Be constantly aware of personal safety and that of coworkers. Supervision Received and Exercised Receives direct supervision from the Terminal Maintenance Supervisor and does not exercise supervision over any other position. Conditions Work is performed primarily in the shop/outdoors; exposed to all possible environmental factors such as extreme heat, rain, wind, and high humidity during day and night shifts. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to dust, fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. Moderate vibration through hands when using power tools and throughout the body when operating power industrial equipment. Disclaimer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. If an applicant with a disability is unable or limited in their ability to use or access our online application center as a result of their disability, they can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [emailprotected] . The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. #J-18808-Ljbffr