Facilities Mechanic (1st Shift)

Palermo's Pizza; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 free Pizzas per month (yes, youread

Opportunities for training and career…

Paid Time Off and Floating Holiday

401(k) & Roth with company match

Medical, dental, vision, and other ben

Job summary

Palermo's Pizza in Milwaukee is seeking a Facilities Mechanic to maintain and improve our manufacturing facility. You’ll perform electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding and general repairs to keep production running smoothly.

You’ll troubleshoot equipment, coordinate with contractors, follow GMP standards, and identify safety and efficiency improvements. A strong hands-on background in manufacturing maintenance is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of facilities maintenance experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience with building repairs and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to read blueprints, troubleshoot problems, and work independently.
• Experience operating hand tools, power tools, forklifts, and scissor lifts.
• High school diploma or GED; apprenticeship certifications are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, painting, welding, and general building repairs.
• Troubleshoot and maintain facility equipment, doors, and building systems.
• Complete preventive maintenance and respond to daily repair requests.
• Coordinate with outside contractors on maintenance and improvement projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve facility safety, efficiency, and reliability.
• Maintain organized work areas while following all safety and GMP standards.

Skills

Mechanical Aptitude

Troubleshooting

Reading Blueprints

Independent Work

Safety Mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Apprenticeship certification a plus

Tools

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Forklifts

Scissor Lifts

Welding Equipment

Job description

Keep Villa Palermo Running at Its Best!

FACILITIES MECHANIC

Are you a hands‑on problem solver who enjoys fixing things and keeping operations running smoothly? Do you take pride in your craftsmanship and prefer a job where every day brings something different?

We're looking for an experienced Facilities Mechanic to maintain and improve our Milwaukee manufacturing facility. From electrical and plumbing repairs to welding, fabrication, and building improvements, you'll have the opportunity to put your skills to work every day!

Who you’ll work for…

Palermo's passion for food and family goes all the way back to Sicily, where "Papa Palermo" first developed the recipes that helped build our family‑owned business.

Today, we're an innovative leader in frozen pizza manufacturing, known for our commitment to quality, continuous improvement, and creating a Perfect Pizza Experience!

Perks…

• 20 free Pizzas per month (yes, you read that correctly!)
• Opportunities for training and career advancement
• Paid Time Off and Floating Holiday
• 401(k) & Roth with company match
• Medical, dental, vision, and other benefits starting the 1st of the month after hire

Where you’ll work…

Located in Milwaukee's Menomonee River Valley, Villa Palermo is our state‑of‑the‑industry manufacturing facility and company headquarters, featuring high‑tech pizza production, an on‑site bakery, and automated packaging operations.

What you’ll do…

• Perform electrical, plumbing, carpentry, masonry, painting, welding, and general building repairs.
• Troubleshoot and maintain facility equipment, doors, and building systems.
• Complete preventive maintenance and respond to daily repair requests.
• Coordinate with outside contractors on maintenance and improvement projects.
• Identify opportunities to improve facility safety, efficiency, and reliability.
• Maintain organized work areas while following all safety and GMP standards.

What You Bring…

• 5+ years of facilities maintenance experience, preferably in manufacturing.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on experience with building repairs and equipment maintenance.
• Ability to read blueprints, troubleshoot problems, and work independently.
• Experience operating hand tools, power tools, forklifts, and scissor lifts.
• High school diploma or GED; apprenticeship certifications are a plus.
• Valid driver's license and basic computer skills.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work in varying temperatures.

Why You’ll Succeed…

• You're a self‑starter and hands‑on doer who takes pride in getting the job done right.
• You enjoy troubleshooting, fixing problems, and tackling a variety of projects.
• You're dependable, organized, and comfortable working independently.
• You value safety, teamwork, and quality workmanship.