Facilities Maintenance Technician

Facilities Maintenance TechnicianThe Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for preventative, predictive and routine maintenance tasks for the facility and grounds. The individual in this role will troubleshoot issues, repair failures of plant facilities equipment, and ensure maximum equipment efficiency, effectiveness and reliability. Responsibilities include performing a wide variety of facilities preventative and unscheduled maintenance duties in the areas of general building maintenance, plumbing, welding, mechanical and HVAC systems, exhaust, open and closed loop cooling systems and fire protection systems, steam and condensate system, and compressed air system.Essential Functions:Work with Production, Engineering, and Maintenance in the installation and/or repair of building and facilities systemsMaintain, operate and repair the facility's structure, equipment and grounds, including plumbing, HVAC, steam boiler and condensate recovery, and compressed air systemsUtilize Lock-Out / Tag-Out and all plant safety practicesProvide direct support to production, sanitation and quality systems related to ensuring company policies and proceduresPerform basic carpentry and painting in the facilityRepair or alter structures such as walls, roof, office fixturesMake periodic or special inspections of the facility to determine repair work necessaryManage contractors on site to assure compliance with safety, security, cleanliness, and GMP policies and to assure good working relationshipPerform PM's and repairs on all facility man, roll-up and dock doorsInspect and diagnose facility leaks, including roof leaks and HVAC leaks for the facilityKnowledge, Skills and Abilities:2-4 years' experience in building maintenance or equivalentSteam Boiler Certification preferredHVAC certification preferredExcellent troubleshooting experience including mechanical, pneumatics, hydraulicsExperience in a CMMS environment. Will generate work requests based on findings during daily rounds.Ability to read, analyze and interpret technical procedures, governmental regulations, installation instructionsMust be able to read and follow blueprints, drawings, and schematicsAbility to write reports, SOPs, and basic proceduresExperience operating forklift, scissor lift, and boom lift requiredMust have good basic math and analytical skills as well as the ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statisticsAbility to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportionsAbility to understand and communicate work instructions in EnglishWorking Conditions/Physical Factors:Position may require repetitive movement, bending and twisting, using hands to handle objects; exposure to sustained noise levels; working in very hot temperatures; exposure to hazards such as machinery, slippery floors, ladders and powered industrial vehicles. May be required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE).Occasionally required to kneel, crouch, crawl, stoop, and often required to walk, climb, and balanceAbility to sit or stand for long periods of timeMust be able to lift to 70 poundsAble to work in an environment containing nuts, peanuts, dairy, grains and other allergensMust be available for all shifts, nights, weekends, some holidays, occasional overtime, if necessaryOther Duties as AssignedThis job description is not intended to be all inclusive, but to serve as a guideline. Management retains the right to determine additions or changes to job responsibilities.