Maintenance Associate

Wilson Farm, Inc.; Lexington (MA); On-site; USD 46,800 - 57,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) plan

Employee discount

Friendly environment

Job summary

Wilson Farm, Inc. is seeking a full-time Maintenance Associate to join our Lexington team. You will help maintain facilities and equipment, inspect systems, perform repairs, and support safe, efficient operations in a busy farm-fresh shopping environment.

The role requires plumbing, carpentry, electrical and mechanical know-how, a valid MA driver’s license, and a willingness to work 50+ hours weekly, including weekends and holidays. You’ll contribute to a friendly, customer-driven operation.

Qualifications

• Experience performing routine maintenance on facilities and equipment.
• Solid understanding of plumbing, carpentry, electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to inspect facilities and identify problems quickly and accurately.
• Valid state driver’s license and safe driving record.
• Strong verbal and analytical skills for communication with staff and managers.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance duties including painting, electrical, plumbing and carpentry tasks as directed.
• Inspect facilities to detect problems and perform repairs to prevent delays.
• Keep premises clean and hygienic and ensure safety standards are met.
• Complete maintenance forms and report statuses to Maintenance Manager.
• Monitor inventory of maintenance supplies and reorder as needed.
• Respond to emergency maintenance calls and troubleshoot issues.
• Diagnose problems and implement effective solutions.
• Follow safety guidelines to maintain a safe facility environment.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Technical aptitude

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Job description

Description

Who is Wilson Farm?

Wilson Farm has been in operation at its present location since 1884. Our customers shop with us for our highly regarded bakery; our grocery selections; our fresh, locally grown produce; our range of delicious prepared foods from our kitchen; our beautiful flowers and plants (many grown on premises); and our courteous and helpful staff. We employ customer-driven individuals that are dedicated to enhancing our warm and inviting farm-fresh shopping experience.

Who are we looking for?

Wilson Farm is looking for a full-time Maintenance Associate who will be responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and orderliness of the facilities, as well as inspecting and repairing broken machines and defective equipment to avoid delays in the operations. The starting rate for this position is $20/hour but depending on experience, it could be more.

Requirements:

• Performing routine building maintenance duties, including painting, minor electrical repairs, plumbing, carpentry and heating and ventilation systems maintenance as instructed by the Maintenance Manager
• Conducting regular inspections of the facilities to detect, identify and resolve problems
• Ensuring that company premises and facilities are kept in clean and hygienic condition
• Completing administrative duties, such as filling out forms and reporting maintenance statuses to Maintenance Manager
• Monitoring inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment and reporting needs to the Maintenance Manager
• Responding to emergency calls for maintenance and repairs
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting issues
• Maintaining safety of facility by following all safety standards, procedures and guidelines

Work Schedule:

• Full-time (50+ hours/week), in-person work at Lexington location
• Will be a mix of weekdays, weekend, and holiday days
• Holiday periods may require more hours and flexibility in schedule to meet business needs

Qualifications:

• Experience in maintenance role
• Solid understanding of technical aspects of plumbing, carpentry, electrical and mechanical systems etc.
• Working knowledge of facilities machines and equipment
• Possession of valid state driver’s license
• Strong verbal and analytical skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management
• Flexibility and adaptability as the job changes
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions from supervisors

Physical requirements:

• This position requires frequent standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; ability to bend, stand and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to lift, pull/push up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather

Benefits:

• Competitive wages commensurate with experience.
• Health and Dental insurance with generous premium contribution by Wilson Farm
• 401 (k) plan with employer match
• 25% employee discount
• Friendly, customer-driven environment

Wilson Farm, Inc. is an E/O/E.