Building Maintenance Apprentice

Gordon Food Service; Imperial (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Gordon Food Service seeks a Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance on distribution center equipment and building systems. You will diagnose mechanical and electrical issues, use meters and hand tools, and complete work orders with leadership oversight.

Must have high school or equivalent, with internship/work-study preferred. E-learning and safety adherence are required as part of onboarding. Join a culture focused on safety and service.

Qualifications

• Level 1 Technician supervision with daily floor oversight and strict inspection.
• Mentorship requires a peer mentor from Level 2 or higher.
• Honeywell Level 1 e-learning must be completed within 12 months for external hires.
• Proven initiative and commitment to safe work practices.
• Basic mechanical skills and safe use of hand tools required.
• Ability to perform basic PMs after demonstration; basic electrical skills and meter use.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on building equipment and systems.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical issues and implement repairs.
• Dismantle devices to access defective parts using hoists and tools.
• Maintain a clean, organized maintenance shop and tool rooms.
• Complete work orders within assigned timeframes and track PMs.
• Manage inventory levels of material handling equipment.
• Log maintenance in Maximo CMMS and ensure OSHA compliance.
• Adhere to organizational mission and safety culture.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Component identification

Hand tools usage

Power tools usage

Electrical diagnostic skills

Use of a meter to check continuity

Ability to wire 480V 3PH motor

Strong safety mindset

PM scheduling & execution

Education

High School/Equivalent

Internship / Work Study / Internal Applicant without previous training or experience

Tools

Hoists

Hand tools

Power tools

Electrical testing meter

Job description

Position Summary

Manual Distribution Centers Maintains Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV), fire protection systems, dock equipment, including levelers and restraints, lighting inside and outside, dock doors, industrial batteries and chargers, racking and other duties as assigned. Performs maintenance and repairs on the building and building systems. This includes preventative maintenance and repairs, along with responding to calls and performing system enhancements. Mechanized Distribution Centers Maintains Powered Industrial Vehicles (PIV), fire protection systems, dock equipment, including levelers and restraints, lighting inside and outside, dock doors, industrial batteries and chargers, racking and other duties as assigned. Performs maintenance and repairs on material handling systems. This includes preventative maintenance along with responding to calls and performing system enhancements.

Essential Functions

• Performs preventative maintenance on building equipment and systems to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Observes mechanical devices in operation, perform diagnostic routines and troubleshoots to locate root cause of problems and makes appropriate adjustments and repairs.
• Performs electrical diagnostics on equipment and makes necessary repairs based on the diagnosis.
• Dismantles devices to gain access to and remove defective parts using hoists, hand and power tools.
• Maintains a maintenance shop, storage closets and tool rooms in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Follows through and completes all work orders in assigned time period
• Maintains appropriate levels of material handling equipment inventory.
• Tracks and completes all preventative maintenance utilizing Maximo CMMS (computerized maintenance management system)
• Ensures compliance with OSHA and other federal, state, and local guidelines.
• Adheres to the mission and cornerstone values and applicable practices of the organization.
• Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate books, journals and other literature and attending related conferences, seminars, etc.
• Maintains peer relationships in the field to share issues and ideas.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Level 1 Technician (Apprentice) Supervision Level: Daily 1-1 with leadership on the floor Very intensive leadership oversight 100% of work must be inspected and employee feedback provided
• Mentorship: Must be assigned a peer mentor from Level 2 or higher This person is not allowed to act as a peer trainer in any capacity
• E-learning Requirements: Honeywell Level 1 completion (within 12 months for external hires to this role)
• Work Habits: Must have a high level of initiative Must work safe on a consistent basis
• Knowledge: Basic mechanical skills Component identification Proper, and safe, use of hand tools
• Ability to perform basic PM’s after being shown once Basic electrical skills Component identification Ability to use meter to check continuity Ability to wire 480V 3PH motor using simple wiring diagram

Job Performance

• Assigned Maintenance Percentage - Less than 12.5% per month
• Work Order Failures - No more than 4 per month
• Work Assignments: PM’s and work assignments all with trainer support and oversight
• No critical equipment assignments are allowed
• All work assignments, including PM’s, are all inspected by a Level 3 Technician or a member of maintenance leadership before returning to service

Education Required

High School/Equivalent

Work Experience Preferred Internship / Work Study or Internal Applicant without previous training or experience

BE PART OF AN AMAZING CULTURE WHERE WHAT MATTERS TO YOU, MATTERS TO US!

Gordon Food Service values our customers and understands that their success is largely dependent upon their workforce. To demonstrate our commitment to our partnership, we will require any candidate who works for a Gordon Food Service customer to provide a letter of support from their management if they are selected for the interview process.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity is a matter of policy at Gordon Food Service, Inc. and we are committed to a work environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with disability. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please submit your request to [e-mail] and use the words “Accommodation Request” in your subject line. All Gordon Food Service locations are tobacco-free. Gordon Food Service is a drug‑free workplace and conducts pre‑employment drug tests.

For more than 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered uncompromised quality and heartfelt service. From a butter‑and‑egg delivery service, it has grown into the largest family‑operated foodservice business in North America. Today, the company serves customers from restaurants, to healthcare and education, across the U.S. and Canada through its distribution network and more than 180 retail stores.