Facilities Maintenance Technician

General Trading Co.; Carlstadt (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Medical

401K Company Match

PAID Sick, Personal and Vacation Days

Job summary

General Trading Company in Carlstadt, NJ, is seeking a dependable Facilities Maintenance Technician to maintain our warehouse and office facilities. The role requires a hands-on, multi-skilled individual who can perform plumbing, electrical, carpentry and general repairs, while upholding safety standards.

Responsibilities include inspections, preventive maintenance, prompt repairs, tool operation, and collaboration with Safety to keep the site safe.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in commercial, industrial, or facilities maintenance.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with building repair skills.
• Knowledge of plumbing, basic electrical, carpentry and maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot and prioritize multiple tasks safely.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and complete repairs including plumbing, electrical, carpentry and lighting.
• Respond to maintenance requests and emergencies promptly.
• Safely operate hand and power tools.
• Coordinate with Safety Department to fix unsafe conditions.
• Report deficiencies and arrange outside contractor work when needed.
• Maintain logs and complete work orders; keep the site organized and safe.
• Follow safety policies, OSHA, lockout/tagout and PPE rules.
• Assist with facility improvements and special projects.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Building repairs

Independent worker

Safety compliance

Warehouse environment

Leadership (plus)

Job description

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Facilities Maintenance Technician

Full Time Skilled Labor Carlstadt, Carlstadt, NJ, US

Position Summary

General Trading Company is seeking a dependable, hands-on Facilities Maintenance Technician to help maintain our warehouse and office facilities. We're looking for a well-rounded "jack of all trades" who is mechanically inclined, enjoys solving problems, and takes pride in keeping our facility safe, efficient, and well maintained.

This is not a janitorial or mechanic position.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance throughout the facility.
• Troubleshoot and complete general repairs including plumbing, basic electrical, carpentry, lighting, doors, locks, drywall, flooring, shelving, and other building components.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency repairs.
• Safely operate hand and power tools.
• Work closely with the Safety Department to identify, correct, and help prevent unsafe conditions before they become larger issues.
• Report building deficiencies, safety concerns, and repairs requiring outside contractors.
• Maintain maintenance logs and complete work orders as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and PPE requirements.
• Assist with facility improvements, renovations, installations, and special projects as needed.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of commercial, industrial, or facilities maintenance experience.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience performing general building repairs.
• Working knowledge of plumbing, basic electrical, carpentry, and general maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and determine practical repair solutions.
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Experience in a warehouse or distribution environment is preferred.
• Leadership or supervisory experience is a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to safely perform physical work throughout the workday.
• Full Medical
• Vision
• 401K Company Match
• PAID Sick, Personal and Vacation Days

General Trading is a grocery wholesale food distributor located in Carlstadt, New Jersey. The company services “Parade, Life Goods, and Life Everyday” labels along with most major US brand grocery products to over 1,500 independently owned supermarkets throughout the metropolitan NY area and surrounding states. It was incorporated over 80 years ago and has grown and expanded to provide our retail partners with a diverse variety of over 12,000 grocery and dairy items. General Trading not only is committed to supporting the well-being our local community but also supplies food to many countries around the globe.

General Trading Co., Inc. and its subsidiaries consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. General Trading is an equal opportunity employer.