Ground and Facilities Maintenance Associate

Staff Management | SMX; Gallatin (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay

Medical / Dental Insurance

Job summary

Staff Management | SMX is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Associate (Buildings & Grounds) in Gallatin, TN. You will maintain plant infrastructure, support preventive maintenance, and drive improvements in condition and reliability within a regulated food manufacturing environment.

The role emphasizes an equipment owner mindset and hands-on involvement with routine inspections, minor repairs, and housekeeping to ensure safe, reliable facilities.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in maintenance, facilities, or technical support.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot basic issues.
• Comfortable working in a regulated food manufacturing environment (GMPs, safety standards).
• Self-driven, reliable, and able to take ownership of assigned areas.
• Ability to work independently and cross‑functionally with maintenance and operations teams.
• Basic electrical experience is a plus.
• Must be able to regularly lift and or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and or move 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work around electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and thermodynamic equipment safely.
• Must be able to work on ladders, scissor lifts, scaffolding and other high precarious places safely.
• Must be able to work in engine rooms where heat and noise are present.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspection and maintenance of facility infrastructure (doors, dock equipment, lighting, walls, drains, support systems).
• Execute minor repairs including mechanical, electrical (basic), and structural upkeep.
• Support preventive maintenance activities across building systems.
• Identify and elevate abnormal conditions, deterioration, or potential failures.
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping in maintenance and facility areas.
• Operate and maintain basic maintenance tools and equipment safely.
• Support TPM initiatives by owning assigned areas and driving improvements in condition and reliability.
• Responsible for all aspects of facility maintenance to include repairs and painting when required.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Ownership mindset

Self-driven

Collaborative

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

With Staff Management | SMX, you'll get a weekly paycheck, learn new skills, meet new people, and work with a great management team in a clean and safe environment.

The Facilities Maintenance Associate (Buildings & Grounds) is responsible for maintaining the reliability, safety, and condition of the plants infrastructure and non-production systems. This role operates with an equipment owner mindset, taking ownership of assigned facility areas to proactively identify, prevent, and correct abnormalities.

This position goes beyond basic upkeep and requires a hands‑on associate who can support preventive maintenance, minor repairs, and continuous improvement efforts within a food manufacturing environment.

• Perks & Benefits: Weekly paychecks, Direct Deposit or Cash Card pay options, Medical / Dental Insurance.

Shifts: 1st Shift.

Employment Types: Full Time, Part Time, Seasonal, Temporary or Contract.

Pay Rate: $22.00 / hour

Duties:

• Perform routine inspection and maintenance of facility infrastructure (doors, dock equipment, lighting, walls, drains, support systems).

• Execute minor repairs including mechanical, electrical (basic), and structural upkeep.

• Support preventive maintenance activities across building systems.

• Identify and elevate abnormal conditions, deterioration, or potential failures.

• Maintain high standards of housekeeping in maintenance and facility areas.

• Operate and maintain basic maintenance tools and equipment safely.

• Support TPM initiatives by owning assigned areas and driving improvements in condition and reliability.

• Responsible for all aspects of facility maintenance to include repairs and painting when required.

Position Requirements:

• Prior experience in maintenance, facilities, or technical support preferred.

• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to troubleshoot basic issues.

• Comfortable working in a regulated food manufacturing environment (GMPs, safety standards).

• Self-driven, reliable, and able to take ownership of assigned areas.

• Ability to work both independently and cross‑functionally with maintenance and operations teams.

• Basic electrical experience is a plus.

• Must be able to regularly lift and or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and or move 50 pounds.

• Must be able to work around electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and thermodynamic equipment safely.

• Must be able to work on ladders, scissor lifts, scaffolding and other high precarious places safely and effectively.

• Must be able to work in engine rooms where heat and noise are present.

Requirements: Background Check, Drug Test, Must be at least 18 years old.Able to Lift 50 pounds., required education: HS Diploma or GED.

Work Location: Rich Products - Gallatin, Gallatin, TN 37066.

Job Types: Equipment Operator, General Labor, Manufacturing, Maintenance, Quality.

Industry: Manufacturing.

• The hourly rate for this position is anticipated between $22.00 - $22.00 per hour. This range is a good-faith estimate, based on the shift you work and other considerations permitted by law. An employee''s pay history will not be a contributing factor where prohibited by local law. In addition to monetary compensation, we offer medical, dental, vision, life, and more. More details about benefits can be found at https://flimp.live/trueblueassociates#home .

SMX, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, sexual orientation, age, gender identification, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with applicable law.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in the selection process. If you require disability‑related accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact your Recruiter or Employee Relations at [e-mail] or 1-800-610-8920. TrueBlue, Inc. and its brands will consult with all applicants who request disability‑related accommodation during the recruitment process to ensure that the accommodation provided takes into account the applicant's individual accessibility needs.