Facilities Maintenance Specialist 1 (Danville, US)

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Job Title:  Facilities Maintenance Intern

Reporting to: Facilities   Maintenance Manager

Location:  Danville, Virginia 

Contract Type:  Permanent

Facilities Maintenance Intern

What is this role about?

The individual will be a hands-on facilities technician with the responsibility to provide support for mechanical or electrical issues, preventative and corrective maintenance on facility equipment, processing vehicles and building and grounds at the JTI Leaf Services complexes. Individual will report to and receive primary guidance/instructions from Facilities Manager.

Responsibilities

• Provide mechanical or electrical maintenance support, both preventative and corrective, for all facilities (repairs of bathrooms, lighting, doors, roof cleaning, painting, HVAC (preventative, filters), etc.) upon Manager’s request. Submit Maintenance Workorders in SAP Maintenance tracking system, verify when workorder task assigned have been fulfilled (document hrs. parts and corrective action).
• Provide mechanical or electrical support to the leaf/RMC production at the time of breakdown requiring emergency corrective actions to ensure the resumption operations in a timely manner. Be responsible for proper work of air compressors (do the daily check if air compressors run properly with no issues), boilers (daily safety checks), back houses de-dusting systems (record pressure readings and document for unannounced audits). Report all the issues to the manager, repair under the direction of the manager. In the event of emergency breakdown, collaborate with Maintenance, Processing, Quality and EHS teams to ensure processing equipment is functioning at optimum mechanical efficiency to support the achievement of meeting customer targets.
• Ensure stable electrical, steam, compressed air, natural gas, conditioned air supply for production, warehouses and administration buildings; Improve energy consumption and safety in area of responsibility; 
  Record, analyse and report energy consumption. Operate and Improve Building management system (BMS) with necessary data collection
• Work with contractors to assist with fire inspections quarterly, perform weekly inspections of PIV (post indicator valve), perform fire pump houses weekly inspections and fire extinguishers monthly. Fill in the forms for reporting. Replace expired fire extinguishers. Do monthly ladder inspections and complete inspection sheets, as well as monthly emergency lighting inspections and repair if needed.
  Maintaining the cleanliness of machineries, utility equipment, electrical panels and utilities rooms; 
• Perform safety inspections of forklifts (repairs, maintenance, parts, inventory). Keep Storm drains ponds clean, check monthly. Provide moving support (i.e. furniture, etc.) as needed. Upon request, perform housekeeping responsibilities for both inside and outside, for ex. trash removal, external fence inspection, etc. Oversee contractors outdoor maintenance activities (tree trimming, grass, de-icing walkways, sidewalks, etc.) and report any concerns. 
• Comply with all EHS standards i.e. labor safety, fire protection, environmental and hygienic company rules, equipment safety, etc. Ensure the usage of the correct PPE when completing assigned tasks, reinstall equipment safety guarding after completion of work, the correct tools are being utilized to complete task, tool are clean, properly stored and inspected before and after usage to verify safety compliance. Monitor colleagues, contractors and visitors working at processing facility and provide feedback to the individual or a manager when unsafe actions are being performed, proper PPE is not being utilized or additional safety measures need to be investigated.
• Manage various tasks and projects as they arise and upon manager’s request.

Requirements

• Associate Degree with a mechanical or electrical focus or High School Diploma or equilvent with 3 years of mechanical or electrical hands on experience in a industrial environment.
• Minimum of 1 years mechanical or electrician experience in a manufacturing environment preferred but will consider individuals new to work force with mechanical or electrical degree.
• Articulate in English with good communication and written skills when dealing with individuals 
• Self-Motivated, Ability to work in a team environment, Profficient Computer skills, Open minded, Mechanical/Electrical Engineering Skills.

Benefits - What we offer:

Enjoy a competitive salary commensurate with the experience and responsibility requirements.

Excellent employee environment with a competitive benefits package including:

• Annual Merit Increase.

• Healthcare.

• Dental + Vision .

• Voluntary benefits.

• Paid Time Off.

• Paid family leave benefit.

• 401k Plan + Company Contributions.

• Life Insurance.

• Disability.

Please note that VISA Sponsorship is not available.

Located in the beautiful city of Danville, VA, USA, this position offers a phenomenal work environment and the opportunity to work with a team that consistently demonstrates strong work behaviors. At JTI, we believe in promoting a culture of inclusion and collaboration, where every employee's unique perspective and ideas are valued and respected.

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Next Steps:

After applying, if selected, please anticipate the following within 1-3 weeks of the job posting closure: Phone screening with TA > Assessment tests > Interviews > Offer. Each step is eliminatory and may vary by role type.

At JTI, we strive to create a diverse and inclusive work environment. As an equal-opportunity employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments to applicants with special needs. If you require any accommodations, please let the Talent Advisor know during the selection process.