Building & Grounds Maintenance Tech

Maintenance TechnicianReady for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose. At Lactalis in the USA, we believe in promoting from within and giving our employees meaningful opportunities to learn, grow, and thrive. Whether you're just starting out or bringing years of experience, we'll provide the tools and support you need to succeed.In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani® Italian cheeses and ricotta, Président® specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft® natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's® cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel®, Black Diamond® cheddar, and Parmalat® milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's®, Stonyfield Organic®, Brown Cow™, Oui®, Yoplait®, Go-Gurt®, :ratio®, Green Mountain Creamery®, and Mountain High®, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun®, Gopi®, and Arz®.At Lactalis, we live by our core values—Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for a variety of tasks that include all aspects of building maintenance. To include but not limited to: painting, floor repairs, wall repairs, demolition and construction of structures (within reasonable limits), building wiring as applicable, roof repairs, and other related work.Key Responsibilities, this includes the following, other duties may be assigned:Painting of buildings and related equipment as neededAbilities in carpentry and drywallAbilities in masonry must possess skills necessary to repair tile walls and floorsPerforms all small utility jobs as deemed necessary to support proper building maintenance.Knowledge of some of the maintenance routinesFills in for regular maintenance mechanics in the event of vacation or sicknessAbility to do floor repairs using modern epoxy technologyAttends departmental meetings as requiredPerforms all duties according to safety standards and as required to ensure the general safety of other staffCandidate must have the following attributes/skills; strong attention to detail and accuracy, personal qualities of tact and dependability, possess good manual dexterity, vision abilities (close, distance color and ability to focus ), able to push/pull/lift and carry at least 50 pounds occasionally and 100 pounds with assistance, be able to stand for entire shift, be able to perform repetitive movements (e.g. twisting, gripping, lifting, bending, reaching, climbing) and must be able to work over 40 hours per week (weekends are required).Qualified applicants will contribute the following:Education: High School Diploma/General Education Degree (GED) required, trade school preferredExperience: General building repairs and maintenanceSpecialized Knowledge: Computer software skillsBasic mathematical skills are required (must be able to convert US to metric, read a tape measure, caliper and micrometer)Skills/Abilities: Strong attention to detail and accuracyClear communication abilities (written and verbal)Ability to work independently with minimal supervisionThe ideal candidate will be proactive and dynamic, flexible and receptive to new ideas, down to earth and pragmatic, analytical and attentive to detail. He or she will also be capable of working independently in adherence to regulations, of managing stress and remaining calm under pressure, and be able to demonstrate an inquiring mind and well-developed observational skills. Will demonstrate a sense of responsibility and high professional standards, honesty and integrity, and objectivity. Possess values of ambition and engagement, with simplicity.Pay: $25.95 to $28.65/hour dependent upon skills and abilities. Weekend Premium 20% more (+5.19/hr to $5.73/hr). Lactalis offers very competitive pay, benefits and paid time off.Hours: Sunday through Thursday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.