Facility Maintenance Helper

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company; San Leandro (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company in San Leandro, CA is seeking a Facility Maintenance Helper to perform general maintenance, repair, and improvement work across office, warehouse, and production areas to keep operations safe, clean, and efficient.

You will handle routine tasks from basic carpentry and painting to electrical and plumbing within training scope, replace fixtures and lighting, operate hand and power tools, and document work orders.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of experience in general building maintenance or facilities support preferred.
• Experience with carpentry, painting, plumbing, and light electrical work.
• Ability to read basic instructions, safety procedures, and work orders with limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on doors, locks, walls, floors, ceilings, furniture, fixtures, and office equipment.
• Troubleshoot and complete basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, and light electrical repairs within scope of training and company policy.
• Replace light bulbs, ceiling tiles, filters, weather stripping, hardware, and other common building components.
• Assemble, move, and install office furniture, shelving, whiteboards, signage, and workstation accessories.
• Support industrial facility upkeep by maintaining non-production areas and general building conditions.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify safety hazards and report issues requiring specialized repair.
• Maintain parking lots, walkways, gates, fences, and exterior areas.
• Use work orders or maintenance logs to document completed work and follow-up needs.
• Safely operate hand and power tools and ladders.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

WHO WE ARE

At Ghirardelli, we honor tradition and drive innovation, aiming to be the top choice for premium chocolate. Our commitment to Making Life A Bite Better inspires both our products and the way we do business. We support personal and professional growth, recognizing that each employee’s contribution directly impacts Ghirardelli’s growth and success. Join our dynamic team and help shape Ghirardelli's future.

Job Summary

The Facility Maintenance Helper is responsible for performing general maintenance, repair, and improvement work across industrial and office facilities to support safe, clean, and efficient operations. This role handles a wide range of building, equipment, and workplace upkeep tasks, responds to service requests, and helps ensure the site remains in good working condition.

The Facility Maintenance Helper

• Supports day-to-day maintenance needs across office, warehouse, production, breakroom, and exterior facility areas.
• Completes multiple work orders per shift, ranging from minor repairs and installations to preventive maintenance tasks.
• Works with internal teams and outside vendors to address building, furniture, fixture, and equipment issues.
• Helps maintain a safe, organized, and professional working environment for employees, visitors, and contractors.

Essential Functions

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on doors, locks, walls, floors, ceilings, furniture, fixtures, and office equipment.
• Troubleshoot and complete basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, and light electrical repairs within scope of training and company policy.
• Replace light bulbs, ceiling tiles, filters, weather stripping, hardware, and other common building components.
• Assemble, move, and install office furniture, shelving, whiteboards, signage, and workstation accessories.
• Support industrial facility upkeep by maintaining non-production areas, utility spaces, safety barriers, and general building conditions.
• Conduct routine inspections to identify safety hazards, damage, wear, or maintenance issues and report items requiring specialized repair.
• Maintain parking lots, walkways, gates, fences, and exterior areas, including basic cleanup and weather-related response as needed.
• Use work orders or maintenance logs to document completed work, materials used, and follow-up needs.
• Safely operate hand and power tools, ladders, lifts, and other maintenance equipment as authorized.
• Follow all safety, food safety, GMP, and facility rules while working in office and industrial environments.

Minimum Education and Experience Required

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years of experience in general building maintenance, facilities support, handyman work, or a related trade preferred.
• Working knowledge of carpentry, painting, minor plumbing, light electrical repair, and general mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read basic instructions, safety procedures, and work orders and complete tasks with limited supervision.
• Experience working in commercial, warehouse, manufacturing, or industrial environments preferred.
• Basic computer or mobile device skills for receiving and updating work orders preferred.
• Forklift, lift equipment, or safety training certifications are a plus, if applicable to site requirements.

Physical, Mental and Environmental Requirements

• Must be able to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, and climb for extended periods during the workday.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs., with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Must be comfortable working on ladders, stairs, and elevated platforms as needed.
• Requires regular use of hand tools, power tools, and maintenance equipment with attention to safety and detail.
• Work is performed in a combination of office, warehouse, production support, and outdoor environments.
• May be exposed to noise, dust, temperature changes, moving equipment, and wet or uneven surfaces.
• Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and safety shoes.
• May need to work flexible hours or respond to urgent maintenance needs during off-hours, weekends, or shutdown periods.

Looking to grow your career in a dynamic, international setting?

Join the Lindt & Sprüngli Group! Together, we thrive to achieve our bold ambitions, powered by our purpose and unique culture of community and mutual support – rooted in a proud tradition, yet always evolving to stay ahead and set new standards. Across our diverse local teams, we think globally and act locally – empowering people to grow, take ownership and shape a sustainable future together. We are a responsible “employer of choice” who provides an inspiring people experience. Together, we build trust, drive innovation, and grow – as individuals and as a business.

Lindt & Sprüngli has been enchanting the world with chocolate for over 180 years. The long-established Swiss company with its roots in Zurich is a global leader in the premium chocolate category. Lindt & Sprüngli produces quality chocolates today at its 12 factories in Europe and the USA. Its products are sold by 41 subsidiaries and branch offices in around 620 of its own stores as well as via a network of around 100 distributors around the globe. With around 15,500 employees, the Lindt & Sprüngli Group reported sales of CHF 5.92 billion in 2025. Our commitment to contributing to a sustainable tomorrow is a key element driving the company’s actions and ambitions. Since 2008, the Lindt & Sprüngli Farming Program has been our Responsible Sourcing Standard for cocoa.