Facilities Maintenance Technician - Corp

Flowers Bakeries; Thomasville (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Flowers Foods, Inc. is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to support and maintain facility systems across multiple locations, with safety and quality as priorities.

The ideal candidate will have a technical mindset, strong mechanical skills, and flexibility to rotate assignments. Responsibilities include performing inspections, repairs, and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems; coordinating with leadership and vendors; maintaining warehouses and tools;

Qualifications

• 2+ years in building/facilities maintenance (industrial or commercial).
• Experience with HVAC, welding, electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems.
• CMMS experience is a plus.
• Valid United States driver's license.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb; lift up to 50 lbs.
• Occasional after-hours availability for emergencies.
• Strong organizational and written communication skills.
• Ability to read/write and work in varied environments.

Responsibilities

• Execute routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs across multiple property locations.
• Maintain and troubleshoot facility/infrastructure systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC.
• Partner with leadership on facility improvements, installations, and upgrades, coordinating with external vendors and contractors as needed.
• Maintain warehouses, tools, and equipment inventory, ensuring assets remain secure and in optimal working condition.
• Prioritize and resolve maintenance requests while documenting work orders, labor hours, and parts used.
• Maintain flexibility to work extended shifts, including evenings and weekends.
• Practice and comply with company policies (EEO, Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley).
• Perform other duties as deemed by management, including adherence to schedules and procedures.
• Possess or attain licenses required by regulatory agencies to work with boilers and refrigeration components.

Skills

HVAC

Welding

Electrical systems

Mechanical systems

Plumbing systems

CMMS experience

Valid US driver's license

Physical strength (lift 50 lbs)

Reading/writing and communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical/trade school certification or diploma

OSHA or safety training certification

Job description

FRESH. FORWARD. FLOWERS.

Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE:FLO) is not just about baking; it's about crafting moments of joy with every delicious bite. With 2024 sales of $5.1 billion, and as one of the leading producers of packaged bakery goods in the United States, Flowers Foods brings passion to the table. From the wholesome goodness of Nature's Own and Wonder to the bold and artisanal flavors of Dave's Killer Bread, the rustic goodness of Canyon Bakehouse, and the sweet delights of Tastykake, each product is a celebration of taste and quality. Beyond the oven, Flowers Foods fosters a culture that values and reflectsHonesty & Integrity, Respect & Inclusion, Sustainability, Passion, and Humility.With a commitment to innovation and a recipe for success, Flowers Foods is more than a bakery - it's a delightful journey into the heart of flavor and community.

Full-time employees are offered the following benefits:

• Comprehensive health and medical benefits
• 401(k) Retirement savings plan
• Professional growth and leadership training
• Paid vacation, holidays, and parental leave

Benefits may vary depending on your work location.

Bringing Home the Dough

The Facilities Maintenance Technician support and maintain the facility/infrastructure systems by ensuring they remain in optimal working condition, with safety and quality standards being a top priority. The ideal candidate must possess a technical mindset and demonstrate strong mechanical capabilities, while being flexible and adaptable, as they will be required to rotate job assignments throughout various locations. The Facility Maintenance Technician must have the aptitude and drive to seek and acquire ongoing training due to ever-evolving technological improvements and performance standards

Rising to the Challenge: Position Responsibilities

• Execute routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs across multiple property locations
• Maintainand troubleshoot facility/infrastructure systems, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC
• Partner with leadership on facility improvements, installations, and upgrades, coordinating with external vendors and contractors as needed
• Maintain warehouses, tools, and equipment inventory, ensuring all assets remain secure, organized, and in optimal working condition
• Prioritize and resolve maintenance requests while ensuring all work orders, labor hours, and parts used are accurately documented
• Maintain flexibility to work modified or extended shifts, including evenings and weekends, based on project demands and/or emergency repairs
• Practice and comply with all Company policies and procedures (EEO, Harassment, Safety, Sarbanes Oxley, etc.)
• Perform other duties which are deemed by management to be an integral part of the job, including but not limited to fulfillment of work schedules, adherence to attendance policies, and other applicable operating rules, policies, and procedures
• Possess or attain licenses required by their respective municipal, county/ward or state regulatory agencies to work with boilers, refrigeration components and various other job-related equipment

Knead to Know: Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 2+ years experience in building/facilities maintenance (industrial or commercial preferred)
• Working knowledge in HVAC, welding, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems
• CMMS systems experience a plus
• Valid United States driver's license
• Ability to frequently stand, walk, bend, and climb
• Ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds
• Ability to work in varying environmental conditions (i.e. heat, cold, confined spaces, etc.)
• Occasional availablity outside of normal business hours to respond to after-hours emergencies or business-critical issues
• Can work independently
• Ability to read, write, and have excellent organizational and communication skills

Additional Ingredients: Essential Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Technical/trade school certification or diploma is a plus
• OSHA or safety training certification a plus

Salary Range- 50000 - 55000

Flowers is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Flowers encourages all qualified candidates to apply, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or people of any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. The job description above outlines the general nature and level of work expected from employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications for this position. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.