Maintenance Associate

GALLS Inc.; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) retirement plan with company contribution

Flexible benefits options

Job summary

GALLS Inc. is seeking a Maintenance Technician in Lexington, KY. The role involves performing general maintenance and repairs on buildings and equipment to ensure a safe work environment. You’ll be assisting with various tasks such as plumbing, electrical work, and carpentry while maintaining tools and machinery.

The ideal candidate will have at least one year of maintenance experience, strong adherence to safety practices, and the ability to operate tools and equipment. GALLS Inc. offers excellent benefits, including medical and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 1 year of maintenance experience or equivalent is required.
• Strong record of adhering to safety practices.
• Basic computer skills for data entry and retrieval.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on building and machinery.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on various equipment and tools.
• Respond to emergency situations to resolve safety concerns.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Ability to operate Material Handling Equipment

Ability to utilize power and hand tools

Knowledge of plumbing parts

Ability to communicate clearly

Tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Job description

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Galls, LLC is the largest and fastest growing supplier of uniforms and equipment to public safety professionals with a national presence in more than 80 locations across the nation. With over 50 years in the industry, it is easy to see why. We are PROUD to Serve America’s public safety professionals by providing the broadest selection of uniforms, equipment and solutions combined with great customer service.

JOB SUMMARY

As a Maintenance Technician you will perform routine tasks and duties. Assist higher level staff in performing the more complex and difficult tasks. Under the supervision and guidance of an Area manager or skilled journeyman or master electrician, will assist in a wide variety of maintenance work tasks/projects. Perform upkeep of building and grounds, carpentry, plumbing, painting, pneumatics, mechanical and electrical systems. Will ensure tools, materials, and industrial equipment are maintained in good working order and are available as needed.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Perform general maintenance repairs on building, equipment and machines for purpose of ensuring a safe and productive work environment.
• Service and replace minor plumbing fixtures.
• Perform minor electrical work not requiring a licensed electrician such as replacing light bulbs and fuses.
• Perform minor carpentry and repair work.
• Apply paint, varnish and stain to all types of surfaces in order to protect and beautify surfaces using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Clean building grounds – internally and externally as assigned.
• Complete projects and work orders within established time frames.
• Perform preventative maintenance on machinery, equipment and tools by cleaning, lubricating, greasing and/or oiling to ensure optimum working order. As needed to maintain equipment replace belts on motors, change filters, change bearings, etc…
• Conduct proper set up and operation of machine tools to prevent damage or loss.
• Report all faulty equipment, defective material and unusual conditions to Area Manager.
• Respond to emergency situations during and after hours to resolve immediate safety or production concerns.
• Observe all prescribed safety rules and regulations and maintain work area in a neat and orderly condition.
• Conduct safeguarding of work area, moving of equipment and performing machine operations in the repair of machinery and equipment to injury to others and self.

WHAT YOU BRING

• 1 year of maintenance experience or equivalence
• Ability to operate Material Handling Equipment
• Ability to utilize power and hand tools and measuring tools
• Knowledge of plumbing parts, electrical fittings, pneumatic tubbing fittings.
• Strong record and ability to adhere to safety practices
• Ability to perform basic math
• Basic computer skills to include data entry and data retrieval.
• Basic English reading and writing skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, blueprints, drawings and diagrams.
• Ability to adapt to changing technologies and learn functionality of new equipment and systems.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with team and internal/external customers
• Strong attendance record with ability to provide prompt and reliable attendance for scheduled shift and overtime.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of maintenance tasks.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage— Eligible 1st day of the month after start date
• 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
• Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest