Facilities Maintenance Technician

Chick-fil-A Plainfield, Indiana; Hutchins (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Chick-fil-A Supply in Hutchins, Texas, is looking for a Maintenance Technician to oversee maintenance activities at the Distribution Center. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in food manufacturing maintenance, ensuring that equipment operates efficiently and safety standards are met.

This role requires expertise in both mechanical and electrical systems, the ability to work under pressure, and a strong commitment to safety. Flexibility for different work shifts is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 5+ years of maintenance experience in food manufacturing or distribution.
• Proficiency in mechanical and electrical maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily inspections and maintenance of the facility.
• Maintain equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
• Perform emergency repairs and critical maintenance as needed.

Skills

Equipment maintenance

Mechanical design

Electrical automation

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS)

Job description

Overview

The Maintenance Technician will report to either the Maintenance Manager, Maintenance Supervisor, or Maintenance Lead on the respective shift. The Maintenance Technician will perform day-to-day maintenance activities of the CFA Supply Distribution Center (DC) building envelope, building equipment, space occupied by CFA Supply, and common areas of the site.

About Chick-fil-A Supply

Chick-fil-A Supply, LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Chick-fil-A, Inc., is an innovative distribution service provider focused on understanding and meeting the unique needs of Chick-fil-A restaurants. Chick-fil-A Supply ensures restaurants have the food and products they need through a seamless delivery experience that extends the Chick-fil-A culture of care. For more information, visit cfa-supply.com.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily inspections, preventative, reactive and predictive maintenance of the building envelope, building equipment, space occupied by CFA Supply, and common areas of the site
• Maintain equipment in accordance with manufacturer specs, work order instructions, and warranty agreements
• Escalate maintenance issues that cannot be resolved in a timely manner
• Perform maintenance activities in a reliable and cost-effective manner in compliance with safety, quality, compliance requirements and industry standards, and CFA's SOPs
• Perform off-shift critical work and emergency repairs when needed
• Identify reoccurring problems impacting asset life and identify possible solutions
• Load financial and operational data into Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) and its financial systems in an accurate, complete, and timely manner

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)

• High school diploma
• 5+ years of experience in maintenance within food manufacturing and distribution operations or similar operations
• Proficiency in equipment maintenance, mechanical design, and assembly
• Mechanical, electrical, automation experience
• Multi-skilled in both electrical and mechanical disciplines, including hydraulic maintenance, with trouble-shooting experience
• Experience with blueprints and shop drawings
• Possesses an uncompromising commitment to food safety for customers and overall safety for the organization and its employees
• Self-starter with ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Availability for on-call support and shift flexibility, as needed
• Team player, also able to work independently when necessary
• Excellent written/verbal communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving and multitasking skills; quick learner
• Intermediate computer skills

Preferred Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)

• 7+ years of experience in maintenance within food manufacturing and distribution operations or similar operations
• Associate degree; certified maintenance technician
• Hands-on maintenance and engineering experience in a manufacturing or distribution operations environment
• Engineering background and automation maintenance experience, including trouble-shooting experience
• Prior Building Systems, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems, Ammonia Refrigeration, and Robotics experience beneficial
• Prior experience in the use of CMMS
• Knowledge of applicable SQC requirements
• Quick and versatile learning skills, adaptive and open to change

Required Years of Experience

5

Travel Requirements

25%

Required Level of Education

High School Diploma or GED

Preferred Level of Education

Associate's Degree

Preferred Major/Concentration

Engineering

Relocation Assistance Provided

No

Work Environment

Warehouse