Facilities Maintenance Technician

Nestlé SA; Michigan; On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Nestlé SA as a Facilities Maintenance Technician at the Gerber site in Michigan. This role involves maintaining, repairing, and installing essential facility equipment, including HVAC and electrical systems. You will work independently under the Facilities Maintenance Manager's guidance and ensure the facility meets safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of general maintenance experience, be detail-oriented, and possess strong technical skills. This position offers a chance to contribute to the health and wellness of children while working at an established company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of general maintenance experience; experience in Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, and HVAC systems maintenance preferred.
• Ability to lift/carry/push/pull objects weighing up to 100 lbs. and climb ladders.
• Ability to obtain necessary certification/licenses.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, install and/or repair facilities and related equipment.
• Participate in emergency call rotation to address situations with minimal damage.
• Maintain and document workload on equipment.

Skills

Detail oriented

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Customer focus

General maintenance skills

Tools

Hand tools

Basic power tools

Job description

As the world leader in nutrition, health and wellness for children from birth to preschool, Gerber Products Company is committed to creating a strong future. We joined the Nestlé Nutrition family in 2007, and have been a partner in parenthood ever since. Our Anything for Baby team works closely with experts to create products that enrich and establish healthy habits for children, and are good for the planet as well. A career at Gerber provides meaningful opportunities to develop professionally, and nurture generations to come. Now is the time to define your future, and ours too.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.

Position Summary

The Facilities Maintenance Technician shall perform duties under the general direction of the Facilities Maintenance Manager at the Nestlé Nutrition Fremont site. The technician will work closely with other Maintenance Coordinators and independently maintain, repair, install, and oversee equipment and structures to ensure a safe, consistent, and quality facility. Job duties include installation, monitoring, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and/or design modifications of facilities and utilities equipment including basic shop safety, plumbing, hydraulic/pneumatic, HVAC, electrical, steam, building construction, network systems, security systems, fire alarm systems, building automation and pest control.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, install and/or repair facilities and related equipment
• Participate in a monthly after-hours call rotation to contain and correct emergency situations with minimal damage to the facility
• Schedule, prioritize and document workload and maintain work records on equipment
• Attend necessary equipment / systems training to maintain or gain knowledge of ammonia refrigeration, electrical, HVAC, general mechanical, plumbing, network and building management systems
• Utilize technical materials such as equipment manuals, SDS, safety materials, system and equipment drawings, Process and Instrument Diagrams (PID's), schematics, and blueprints to troubleshoot and maintain systems
• Perform office relocation tear downs and setups
• Maintain, install, and repair office furniture, carpet, and conference room equipment
• Conference room set-up, maintenance, and assistance provided for outside set-up

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of general maintenance experience; experience in Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, and HVAC systems maintenance preferred
• Functional Skills: Detail oriented, able to work in a fast‑paced environment with minimum supervision, effective communication skills, Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) proficiency; knowledge of Card Access (Honeywell), CCTV, and Building Management Systems (Johnson Controls, Tritium) preferred
• Ability to obtain necessary certification/licenses
• Operating Skills: Results focus, priority setting, timely decision making
• Energy & Drive: Pro‑active, action oriented, strong drive for results, passion to win
• Organizational Positioning Skills: Excellent time management, organizational, multi‑tasking, and problem‑solving skills as an individual and group
• Personal & Interpersonal Skills: Customer focus, skill in building and fostering effective relationships with people at all levels of the organization; mentor/coach people when necessary
• Technical Skills: General maintenance skills - troubleshooting and repair of electrical, HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical systems
• General Skills: Proficient in the use of hand tools and basic power tools (electrical and pneumatic)
• Ability to lift/carry/push/pull objects weighing up to 100 lbs. and climb ladders

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Accommodations

Prior to the next step in the recruiting process, we welcome you to inform us confidentially if you may require any special accommodations in order to participate fully in our recruitment experience. Contact us at [e-mail] or dial 711 and provide this number to the operator: 1‑800‑321‑6467.