Summary:
A Facilities Maintenance Mechanic is responsible for the upkeep and repair of a facility's infrastructure and equipment. This includes performing routine maintenance, troubleshooting issues, and making repairs on various systems like plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general building structures. They also handle preventative maintenance, manage work orders, and ensure a safe and functional environment.
Responsibilities:
- Daily mechanical checks for proper operation of freezer, refrigeration, heating and incubation equipment. Includes repairs and/or replacement installation, daily servicing and preventive maintenance, overseeing and assisting contracted repairs
- Responsible and oversight of internal and external contract service for Facility/ Building maintenance including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, wall repairs, painting, and all other
- Responsible for contacting service contractors for PM (preventative maintenance) and repair of all critical equipment such as; refrigeration, incubation, freezer and air supply equipment as well as other equipment such as elevator, air compressors, overhead doors/and all electrical and mechanical doors for freezers/refrigerators, electrical generator back-up units for facility power supply, security/temperature controls equipment testing and emergency service.
- Responsible for contacting service contractors for preventative maintenance and repairs of lift equipment (forklifts, pallet jacks) dock equipment etc.
- Responsible for proper handling, filing and storage of all temperature monitoring records for in-house temperature controlled storage areas.
- Oversees the facility pest control program including weekly facility walk through with pest control vendors, maintain records, logs, charts, files and billing records, daily facility walk through with emphasis on pest control stations, facility perimeters (rodent and pest runs) internal and external, and electronic fly and bug traps
- Maintenance of robotic and automated conveyor equipment including planned daily and weekly maintenance and preventative maintenance and emergency repairs and adjustments as necessary and appropriate
- Provides and is lead contact for automated PM system. Works with GB Facilities PM system administration, quality and requesting departments on PM and repairs matters concerning WO’s, Closures, and required “Change” documentation as well as deviations documentation when required.
- Provide lead and oversight of facility maintenance mechanic personnel, including training, PM coordination and daily job assignments and direction. As well as scheduling and coordinating emergency after hour coverage and repairs for internal mechanics as well as emergency contract service providers.
- Provides support during internal, external and regulatory audits. Records, Documents, Logs, Automated PM and Repair
KSAs:
- Technical Skills: Strong knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general building maintenance practices.
- Troubleshooting Skills: Ability to diagnose and resolve complex mechanical and technical issues.
- Problem-Solving Skills: Analyzing situations and developing effective solutions.
- Communication Skills: Effectively communicating with others, both verbally and in writing.
- Time Management Skills: Prioritizing tasks and managing time effectively to meet deadlines.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to perform physically demanding tasks and work in various environmental conditions.
- Safety Awareness: Adhering to safety regulations and procedures.
- Administrative skills: Able to oversee, operate with and coordinate automated PM system activities, as well as identify and resolve issues.
- Able to oversee and prepare required documentation such as RMR’s, Deviations, Change Requests, and others.
- Able to conduct and oversee proper Dept training compliance.
- Able to provide for and oversee proper and compliant records.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent, with some positions requiring vocational training or certifications in specific trades.
Experience:
Requires 5 years of related experience as Mechanic working (electrician, HVAC Tech, refrigeration, plumber, welder, painter, craftsmen, etc.)
Occupational Demands:
Work is performed in an office and warehouse manufacturing environment. Exposure to electrical office equipment. Exposure to extreme cold below 32*, moving machinery and production equipment. Personal protective equipment is required such as protective eyewear, garments and gloves. Walks often performs duties standing. Frequently bends and twists neck and waist. Light to moderate lifting and carrying objects with a maximum lift of 50lbs. Able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand; with the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken and written words and sentences. Frequently interacts with others.
