Facilities Maintenance Technician

Rhino Foods Inc; Williston (VT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match up to 4%

Bonuses and wealth sharing

15 days Combined Time Off per year

9 paid company holidays

1 floating holiday

Job summary

Rhino Foods Inc is seeking a Facilities Technician to maintain our warehouse facilities and equipment, ensuring safety, operation, and cleanliness. You will collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to implement cost-effective maintenance solutions while upholding food safety and GMP standards.

In this role, you will conduct planned and reactive repairs across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry and general mechanical systems, manage outside vendors, monitor inventory, and support

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Technical certification or vocational training in maintenance or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and fabrication.
• Experience driving a forklift is preferred.
• Ability to work as a respectful member within a collaborative team.
• Ability to anticipate and solve problems, make decisions, support others under pressure and know when to elevate more complex problems.
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on accuracy.
• Ability to utilize email, Microsoft applications, and other internal software for daily communication between facilities, shifts, and departments.

Responsibilities

• Execute all planned and reactive facility repairs across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general mechanical maintenance.
• Safely operate maintenance tools and powered equipment and perform root-cause analysis on recurring issues.
• Manage outside vendor relationships for inspections, preventative tasks, and repairs.
• Maintain and audit all facility elements including doors, docks, racking, and cleanliness.
• Manage inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment and ensure stock levels.
• Coordinate and fulfill office requests (furniture moves, event setup/teardown).
• Monitor and coordinate safety-related tasks and compliance with GMPs.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical

Fabrication

Forklift operation

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Technical certification or vocational training in maintenance

Job description

Description

Shift Hours: 1st Shift Monday - Friday

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, flex spending, 401(k) match up to 4%, wealth sharing and bonuses, 15 days of Combined Time Off per year, 9 paid company holidays, and 1 floating holiday.

Why you are here:

As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to be part of something truly special – crafting delicious food that brings joy to people’s lives. You'll play a vital role in upholding stringent food safety standards, ensuring top-notch product quality, and collaboratively achieving our goals alongside our dedicated team. Moreover, as a family-owned certified B Corporation, you’ll actively engage with our broader community, with a strong focus on enhancing employee satisfaction and fostering community engagement. Join us on our journey not only to create exceptional food but also to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our employees and the communities we serve.

As a Facilities Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining our warehouse facilities and equipment. You will also collaborate with both internal teams and external vendors to identify cost-effective solutions for maintaining our equipment. This position is pivotal in safeguarding the safety, operational efficiency, and cleanliness of our warehouse environment.

What you’ll accomplish:

• Execute all planned and reactive facility repairs, utilizing strong troubleshooting and hands-on technical skills, including electrical (basic wiring, outlets), plumbing (fixture repair, leak detection, pipe replacement), HVAC support (filter changes, minor diagnostics, component replacement), carpentry (framing, drywall, painting), and general mechanical maintenance.


• Safely operate maintenance tools and powered equipment, perform root-cause analysis on recurring issues, and complete repairs in compliance with safety, food safety, and facility standards.


• Manage outside vendor relationships to schedule inspections, preventative tasks, emergency repairs, security system upkeep, pest control, and trash/recycling.


• Maintain and audit all aspects of the facility, including doors, loading docks, racking, and general cleanliness.


• Manage inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained.


• Coordinate and fulfill office requests (furniture moves, event setup/tear down).


• Monitor plowing and shoveling to ensure safe entry.


• Oversee outside property.


• Serve as the Safety Ambassador for the Distribution Center, partnering closely with the Safety Manager and Director to promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all safety standards.


• Actively work in the pallet repair room to support daily operations, ensuring production needs are met.


• Partner with the Logistics Manager and team members to complete daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual tasks.


• Communicate to the department manager the costs associated with maintenance projects and provide information in preparation for maintenance budget planning.


• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and your team members.


• Participate in the daily Master Sanitation program.


• Participate in department, team, and company meetings.


• Complete and maintain up-to-date certifications and training as required, including safety protocols, chemical handling, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).


• May perform a variety of tasks which directly contribute to Rhino Foods but may not directly relate to the primary duties and responsibilities of the job.


• Flexibility is essential in Rhino’s ability to respond to short-term demands and ensure smooth operations during busy times. You may be involved in voluntary overtime or temporary assignments that result in extended shifts, weekends shifts, work completed on a different shift or at another Rhino location based on business needs.

Requirements

What you’ll need to succeed:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.


• Technical certification or vocational training in maintenance or a related field preferred.


• 3+ years of experience in one or more trades: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and fabrication.


• Experience driving a forklift is preferred.


• Ability to work as a respectful member within a collaborative team.


• Ability to anticipate and solve problems, make decisions, support others under pressure and know when to elevate more complex problems.


• Strong attention to detail and a focus on accuracy.


• Ability to utilize email, Microsoft applications, and other internal software for daily communication between facilities, shifts, and departments.

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:

This position involves working within a production and warehouse environment. This environment includes exposure to variable temperatures, including heat and temperatures as low as 15 degrees Fahrenheit (-20 degrees for Warehouse facility). Requires constant standing (8 hours a day), prolonged walking, and frequent/repetitive bending, stooping, reaching, pushing/pulling; prolonged contact with frozen food items, water, detergents, sanitizers, and allergens such as peanuts; machinery noise. Requires lifting and carrying up to 62 lbs. between the floor and 50" high and lifting 40 pounds overhead. Compliance with OSHA and industry standards includes wearing required PPE such as steel-toe production boots, nitrile gloves, face protection (when appropriate), hearing protection, and hair and beard nets. All jewelry and adornments on the hands, wrists, and above the neck must be removable and off while in production areas. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Rhino Foods is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity (“EEO”). We support employment opportunities for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

Employment is subject to successful screening on national sex offender registries.

The wage listed here reflects our best faith estimate for this role. We pay competitively and base compensation on a variety of factors, including skills, experience, industry background, and the evolving needs of the role. We remain committed to fair and equitable pay, and we're happy to discuss during the interview process.