Facility Maintenance Technician Job Opening

Custodian/Facility Maintenance Technician Job Description

The Custodian/Facility Maintenance Technician plays a pivotal role in maintaining the facility’s cleanliness and ensuring smooth operations. On a daily basis, this position will be performing a combination of non-skilled, semi-skilled and skills duties such as a wide range of maintenance and janitorial responsibilities and functions including but not limited to carpentry, painting and minor electrical repair.

Weekly Work Schedule 

• Monday – Friday, 6 am – 2:30 pm

Facility Maintenance Technician Salary

• Hourly position that ranges from $18-$22/hour based on level of experience.

Facility Maintenance Technician Essential Functions:

• Maintain the facility’s cleanliness according to a predetermined schedule.
• Assists the Maintenance Mechanic with corrective, preventive, and emergency maintenance tasks.
• Performs facility repairs, including carpentry, painting, minor electrical repair, and wall/floor repairs.
• Performs routine warehouse floor maintenance, including sweeping, mopping, and operating powered floor scrubbers/sweeper.
• Empties and cleans all waste and recycling containers, ensuring proper disposal.
• Executes scheduled preventive maintenance (PM) tasks to uphold equipment functionality.
• Identifies and reports building and equipment repair needs.
• Adheres to safety, product handling, and security guidelines, and participates in daily stretching exercises.
• Follows documented Food Safety/HACCP standard operating procedures.
• Ensures timely completion of checklists and required records.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of storage areas for maintenance equipment, supplies, and tools.

Additional Facility Maintenance Technician Responsibilities:

• Addresses immediate cleaning issues, such as spills and safety concerns.
• Manages inventory of maintenance, operational, and janitorial supplies.
• Performs Day Warehouse Associate tasks as needed.
• Supports the picking and product loading functions for Will Call customers.
• Assists in cleaning storage bins, plastic pallets, warehouse floors, walls, and doors.
• Supports setup and cleaning after food cuttings and special events.
• Clears snow from sidewalks and applies salt to necessary surfaces.
• Assists in cleaning the exterior of the facility and grounds.
• Aids the Facility Attendant in performing cleaning and janitorial duties.
• Completes ongoing training requirements satisfactorily.
• Fulfills other duties as required or assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to perform basic mechanical, electrical, carpentry, and plumbing installations and repairs.
• Demonstrate sound judgment and maturity in handling unexpected issues.
• Follow written and verbal instructions effectively.
• Ability to obtain OSHA certification for operating warehouse rolling stock.
• Possess basic computer knowledge (highly desirable).
•  Understand and interpret utility and system drawings.
• Maintain a customer service-oriented, team-focused attitude.
• Operate all necessary cleaning equipment proficiently.
• Exhibit strong organizational abilities, follow-up skills, and attention to detail in work and communication.
• Address team concerns and maintenance needs professionally and courteously.
• Possess strong English language skills, both verbally and in writing.
• Work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to effectively prioritize assigned work.
• Be punctual and dependable.
• Demonstrate courtesy and tact.

 Facility Maintenance Technician Education/Experience (Preferred Minimum Qualifications)

• Possession of a high school diploma or Graduation Equivalency Degree (GED)
• A minimum of one (1) year of experience with semi-skilled and skilled tasks, such as basic mechanical, electrical, carpentry, and plumbing installations and repairs.

Ginsbgerg’s Foods Employee Benefits Include

• 401(k) & Roth 401(k) savings plans with company match
• Healthcare insurance (health, dental, vision)
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Employee assistance programs
• Company-provided life insurance
• Access to on-site Physical Therapist and Occupational Therapists
• Employee discounts in our Will Call Center

Who Ginsberg’s Is

As a family-owned and operated food distributor since 1909. We foster a welcoming workplace culture, embracing engagement and development, and attracting, recruiting, and retaining a diverse workforce.  Our core values are respect for all people, excellent customer service, building strong relationships, and a dedicated commitment to community.

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