Cold Storage Facilities Maintenance Technician II

Americold; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 27,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Americold is seeking a maintenance technician to perform routine maintenance and repairs throughout the Newark warehouse, including doors, dock levelers, freezers, roofing, and HVAC systems.

You will inspect, test, and maintain equipment and safety systems, keep preventive maintenance records, and handle on-call shifts. The role requires at least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience and a GED or high school diploma.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 2 years industrial or facilities maintenance experience.
• Proficient in troubleshooting and repair of electrical, plumbing, sprinkler systems, and carpentry.
• Knowledge of maintenance trades equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine general maintenance and repairs on doors, dock levelers, freezer doors, sprinkler systems, and HVAC.
• Conduct basic maintenance and repairs on roofing systems, and office and break room HVAC systems.
• Inspect and test operating equipment and safety equipment to ensure compliance with OSHA and operational standards.
• Test, maintain, and evaluate equipment performance using instruments such as voltmeters, ohmmeters, pyrometers, and pressure gauges.
• Maintain tools, machinery, batteries, and chargers in good working condition and use equipment as instructed.
• Maintain accurate preventive maintenance records.
• Perform routine maintenance on external equipment and grounds including snow removal, painting, and paving repairs.
• Work flexible shifts as required, including on-call assignments, and respond to security alarm calls as needed.
• Other essential duties may be applicable and assigned as necessary.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Electrical repair

Plumbing

Carpentry

Sprinkler systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS familiarity

Job description

Americold is seeking a maintenance technician to perform routine maintenance and repairs throughout the Newark warehouse, including doors, dock levelers, freezers, roofing, and HVAC systems.

You will inspect, test, and maintain equipment and safety systems, keep preventive maintenance records, and handle on-call shifts. The role requires at least 2 years of industrial maintenance experience and a GED or high school diploma.