Maintenance Specialist [Full Time]

Bread Alone, Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Bonus Plan

Employee Discounts

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Flexible schedules

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Bread Alone Maintenance Specialists keep our facilities and equipment up and running. With diverse skills including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, welding, HVAC, and PLCs the Maintenance Specialists work independently and collaboratively to be solution providers in an internal customer service environment.

Bread Alone’s world view emphasizes safety, culture, and employee conduct while supporting the department and company goals.

Qualifications

• Adept with a multitude of specialized tools and equipment.
• Computer literate and able to use a work order system.
• Must specialize in at least one industry trade.
• Responsible for safe, efficient, high‑quality operation of facilities and equipment.
• Able to stand for long periods and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Willing to follow safety guidelines and GMPs.

Responsibilities

• Ensure daily preventative maintenance is performed on equipment.
• Submit and sign off on work orders with manager approval.
• Provide updates during weekly maintenance meetings.
• Inventory spare parts and review parts orders with leadership.
• Identify best practices for maintaining facility equipment.
• Learn from colleagues and external technicians; enroll in classes.
• Use the work order system for unscheduled maintenance and follow up with stakeholders.
• Read blueprints, schematics, manuals, and diagrams to repair equipment.

Skills

Electrical

Mechanical

Plumbing

Welding

HVAC

PLC programming

Tools proficiency

Safety consciousness

Computer literacy

Tools

Industrial tools

Job description

Description

Position Overview:

Bread Alone Maintenance Specialists keep our facilities and equipment up and running. With diverse skills including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, welding, HVAC, and PLC’s the Maintenance Specialists work independently and collaboratively to be solution providers in an internal customer service environment.

Bread Alone Specialist hold themselves and their teammates accountable to Bread Alone safety, culture, and employee conduct standards. They have the ability to take action and be effective with competence and autonomy. They collaborate across functions and teams and support the department and company goals.

Maintenance Specialists are required to have at least one year of prior experience or actively enrolled in an approved apprenticeship program. Starting pay is based on experience.

Schedule Full-time; OPEN FOR ALL SHIFTS

We strive to make schedules as manageable as possible to encourage and allow work-life balance.

Bread Alone's Worldview:

Bread Alone Began in 1983 with simple intention: To feed people organic bread baked from a wood-fire brick oven. We run the bakery today with the optimistic belief that good food, an equitable economy and a healthy planet can thrive together. At the heart of our endeavors lies the profound belief that individuals are integral to every positive impact we make. Join us as we collectively strive for excellence in aligning our aspirations with meaningful actions.

Requirements

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure daily preventative maintenance is performed on equipment as designated by the Director or VP of Facilities.
• Ensure proper sign-off of work orders has been completed by submitting manager
• Provide updates regarding ongoing projects during the weekly maintenance meeting
• Conduct inventory of assigned equipment spare parts, compiling parts orders to be reviewed by the Director or VP of Facilities when necessary
• Identify best practices for maintaining equipment in and around the facility
• Continually learning from colleagues, outside service technicians, and enrolling in classes
• Utilize the work order system to respond to unscheduled maintenance and to follow up with other stakeholders
• Read and understand blueprints, schematics, manuals, and part diagrams to effectively repair equipment

Job Requirements:

• Adept with a multitude of specialized tools and equipment
• Computer literate
• Must specialize in at least one industry trade
• Responsible for the safe, efficient, high-quality operation of the facilities and equipment
• Able to stand for long periods of time while executing tasks quickly and accurately
• Able to to work in a physically demanding fast-paced environment
• Able to tolerate exposure to high levels of heat and cold
• Able to twist and bend repeatedly for long periods of time
• Able to pull, push, move and lift to waist level
• Able to carry awkward and shifting weights up to 50 pounds in a safe and controlled manner
• Able to work with, handle, operate, and control hot equipment and products in a safe manner according to Bread Alone guidelines
• Willing to follow all Good Manufacturing Practices which includes but are not limited to: Removing any visible or exposed piercings and body jewelry, personal accessories, false nails & refraining from makeup at work (ie. mascara or heavy foundation, lipstick)
• Night, weekend and holiday availability based on the needs of the business
• Respect for and comfort with a diverse and inclusive workplace
• Able and willing to use personal protective equipment (PPE) and assigned uniform as required per company policy
• Able to gain proficiency in operating and instructing on the proper use of all systems (physical and technological) in use in your department
• Willing to follow all safety guidelines set out by Bread Alone
• Willing to take responsibility for your own and others safety by strictly enforcing all safety rules and regulations and taking steps to mitigate any unsafe conditions or practices enlisting the help of others as needed
• The Bakery is open 365 days a year and team members must be willing to work consistently throughout the year which includes holidays and weekends work consistently throughout the year which includes holidays and weekend

Compensation: $20.75 - $42.00

Perks and Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Company Paid Vision Insurance
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental benefit options
• 401(k) with company match
• Company-Wide Bonus Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Program
• Employee Discounts
• Company Events
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development Programs
• Referral Program
• Anniversary recognition program
• Opportunities for Growth
• Flexible schedules

Bread Alone is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We are also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. We will provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities and for religious observances, provided that such accommodations do not create an undue hardship for the company.