Maintenance Mechanic- Level 2

Meijer; Newport (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Scheduling flexibility

Paid parental leave

Paid education assistance

Team member discount

Development programs for advancement

Job summary

Meijer is seeking an experienced Maintenance Technician to support planning, scheduling, and maintenance of water treatment, refrigeration, boiler systems and HVAC in our Michigan facilities. You will perform routine and emergency maintenance, ensure PM work orders are completed, and uphold safety standards.

Strong mechanical and electrical skills and SQF/GMP knowledge are preferred. Join a family-owned retailer with 90+ years of service, offering weekly pay, education assistance, and career

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• HVAC certification preferred.
• Mechatronics certifications levels 1-4 preferred.
• Experience in food manufacturing maintenance is a plus.
• Experience with Ammonia/HVAC systems and refrigerant handling.
• Knowledge of GMPs, SQF, LOTO, and Lean manufacturing is desirable.
• Proficient in MIG/TIG welding and metal fabrication for food-grade equipment.

Responsibilities

• Supports planning, scheduling, and maintenance activities.
• Maintains water treatment, refrigeration, boiler systems and HVAC equipment, including ammonia and related systems.
• Keeps regulatory and compliance records for all systems.
• Performs routine and emergency maintenance of multi-craft utility systems (PLC, instrumentation, mechanical repairs).
• Executes Preventive Maintenance (PM) and completes work orders promptly.
• Other duties as assigned by Maintenance Manager.
• Upholds 200% safety accountability for self and others.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical systems

PLC

Instrumentation

Preventive maintenance

Education

High School diploma/GED

Tools

HVAC systems

MIG welding

TIG welding

Fabrication

Industrial controls

Job description

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development. Consider joining our family - take care of your career and your community!

Meijer Rewards

• Weekly pay
• Scheduling flexibility
• Paid parental leave
• Paid education assistance
• Team member discount
• Development programs for advancement and career growth

Improves, maintains, and repairs all equipment used in manufacturing, production, refrigeration, and packaging functions. Troubleshoots mechanical and process issues. Utilizes a proactive continuous improvement methodology to ensure maximum equipment operating efficiency and effectiveness. A Level 2 is an unlicensed position requiring the Level 2 skills assessment test and at least two (2) years' experience in the skilled trades or maintenance field, with strong mechanical and electrical skills.

What You'll be Doing:

• Supports planning, scheduling, and maintenance activities.
• Proactively maintains all water treatment, refrigeration, and boiler functions and equipment, including ammonia, refrigeration, boilers, chilled water, compressed air, and HVAC.
• Regulatory and compliance record-keeping for all systems.
• Perform routine and emergency maintenance (major and minor) of utility systems in a multi-craft environment, including PLC, instrumentation, mechanical, and general equipment repair.
• Responsible for Preventative Maintenance (PM) and work order completion in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as required by the Maintenance Manager.
• Practices 200% safety accountability in self and others.

What You Bring with You (Qualifications):

• High School diploma/GED required.
• Certification in HVAC or related technical field preferred.
• Mechatronics Certifications Levels 1-4 completed.
• Previous maintenance experience in a food manufacturing setting preferred.
• Experience with Ammonia/HVAC and refrigerant systems.
• Knowledge of general mechanical systems.
• Ability to demonstrate a high level of troubleshooting, comprehension, and operational experience.
• Training in refrigeration and controls.
• Knowledge and experience with Safe Quality Foods (SQF), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs), Lockout/Tagout (LOTO), and Lean Manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge and skills in MIG, TIG, fabrication, joining, and repair of various metals, including stainless steel, for food-grade applications, various production equipment, and structures.

We opened our doors more than 90 years ago with the goal of helping people provide for themselves and their family. Today we're a multi-billion dollar retailer with more than 70,000 employees across six states. Our Midwest geography includes corporate offices in Grand Rapids, Michigan, plus manufacturing facilities, distribution centers and over 270 stores across Michigan, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio and Wisconsin.Meijer is an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are committed to treating all persons with dignity and respect. Meijer's policy is to not discriminate because of any applicant or team member's race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, religion, age, physical or mental disability, uniformed service or veteran status, or any other lawfully-protected classification.