Maintenance Helper

Essential Duties and Responsibilitiesinclude the following. Other duties may be assigned.

· Performs general maintenance and repairs of production packing machines, VOLMs, OSSIDs, Clippers, Tex Wrap, graders, conveyors, power sources, lighting, and PITs.

·Conducts inspections and preventive maintenance tasks on equipment and systems listed above.

·Does light construction of tables and stands, assists in small building projects.

·Changes facility light bulbs, cooler curtains, and HVAC filters.

·Assists the warehouse staff in the removal of stuck pallets found in Cooler rack locations.

·Completes assigned painting projects, cleans the outside property, Maintenance area, shop, and cages.

·Assists maintenance manager, lead, and/or technicians when necessary with general mechanical, electrical, pneumatic plumbing, welding projects, and other repairs.

·Other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Manager or Lead.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

·Working knowledge of OSHA safety requirements on all equipment, to include Lock-Out Tag Out.

·Working knowledge of Food Safety programs and documentation required to comply with such.

·Excellent and demonstrated mechanical aptitude and skills.

·Good verbal and written English communication skills.

·Must thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

·Fork Lift, Scissor Lift, and Pallet Jack operator licenses must be obtained within 90 days.

·Flexible to work any shift and weekends.

Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Teamwork - Working collaboratively with a group of people, in order to achieve Freshouse goals. Joint action by a group of people, in which individual interests are secondary to group unity and efficiency. Cooperate using individual skills and provide constructive feedback.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Supports organization's goals and values. Completes Five Minute Observations and GMP audits as assigned.

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly. Follows Lock-Out Tag Out process.
• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.
• Planning/Organizing – Follows instructions and plan as laid out by Maintenance Tech or Lead; uses time efficiently.
• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.
• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments.

Education and/or Experience:

· High school diploma or GED equivalent.

• Prior Maintenance Technician or similar experience and high level of mechanical aptitude preferred.

Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

·While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk.

·The ability to work at heights is a must, as well as ability to work in different temperature zones.

·Job duties are conducted inside and outside of the facility.

·Use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

·The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 100 pounds.

Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

·While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.

·Much of the day will be spent in coolers and freezers maintaining temperatures ranging from 50 to 36 degrees

·The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person