Maintenance Facilities

Graceland Fruit, Inc.; Frankfort (MI); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Graceland Fruit, Inc. in Michigan is seeking a Facilities Maintenance - Day Shift to service buildings, grounds, and the Wastewater Treatment Facility at the Forrester Rd. Plant. You will perform PMs, repairs, and operating equipment to support production.

Requirements include a High School Diploma or equivalent, proficiency with hand and power tools, basic electrical knowledge, and the ability to lift 50 lbs., climb ladders, and work safely in confined spaces. Join a safety‑minded team.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficient with common hand tools and power tools.
• Ability to operate and maintain machinery safely.
• Basic knowledge of 480/230/120-volt electrical components.
• Team-oriented and able to work at height and in confined spaces.
• Capable of lifting 50 lbs and working outdoors in snow.

Responsibilities

• Fill propane tanks for operations.
• Dump waste and pick up grounds litter; maintain cleanliness.
• Perform preventive maintenance on equipment as assigned.
• Repair buildings and maintain plant infrastructure.
• Repair machinery and replace seals; operate forklifts and light machinery.
• Maintain wastewater treatment lagoons and perform well head inspections.

Skills

Hand tools proficiency

Power tools proficiency

Machinery maintenance

Electrical knowledge

OSHA safety

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Tractor operation

Light machinery operation

Job description

JOB TITLE: Facilities Maintenance - Day Shift

WAGE RANGE: $19.00 per hour ($45,600 annual salary)

DEPARTMENT: Maintenance – Forrester Rd. Plant (production)

REPORTS TO: Maintenance Supervisor

Job summary

This position entails maintenance and repairs of buildings, grounds, and the Wastewater Treatment Facility.

Job Requirements

• High School Diploma or equal
• Proficient in the use of common hand tools and hand-held power tools, and their safe operation while following OSHA and company safety guidelines
• Ability to safely operate, repair, and maintain machinery
• Basic knowledge of 480v, 230v, and 120v electrical components
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member
• Ability to work 20 ft. off the ground from a ladder, forklift cage, or lift platform
• Ability to work in confined spaces (with appropriate safety equipment)
• Ability to shovel snow for 15 minutes at a time
• Ability to carry 50 lbs. for 50 ft.
• Ability to carry, set up, and climb a 30' extension ladder
• 20-20 vision (may use corrective lenses), ability to see all primary colors

Job Duties

Essential Functions:

• Fill propane tanks
• Dump garbage, methyl & fruit waste; pick up trash on grounds
• Perform PM's on specified equipment as assigned
• Perform building repairs and maintenance as needed
• Repair machinery / replace pump seals
• Pump juice from dewatering box
• Well head inspection
• Maintain WWTP lagoons
• Operate forklifts, tractors, and light machinery
• Keep work areas neat and clean
• Follow all OSHA and company safety policies and rules