Maintenance Technician - Commissary

Price Chopper Supermarkets-Market 32; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Price Chopper Supermarkets-Market 32 is seeking a Maintenance Tech to oversee preventive maintenance, repair, modification and start-up/shut-down of commissary equipment, ensuring safe operations.

The role requires diagnosing malfunctions, creating maintenance schedules, inspecting drives, motors, belts and fluids, minimizing downtime, and maintaining GMP compliance. 2+ years in food manufacturing preferred; AAS or technical degree preferred; OSHA certs welcomed.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, blueprints, and technical procedures.
• Experience with CMMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Uphold a safe working environment in compliance with USDA regulations and corporate safety standards.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and develop effective repair strategies.
• Create and implement preventive maintenance schedules for all equipment.
• Adhere to checklists for inspecting drives, motors, belts, fluid levels, and filters.
• Minimize production downtime.
• Follow all safety policies, including Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures.
• Organize inventory of maintenance supplies, spare parts, and tools.
• Communicate effectively to maintain building safety and GMP compliance.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

HVAC systems

Refrigeration systems

Plumbing systems

Hydraulic systems

CMMS familiarity

Education

AAS or technical degree

Certifications like CMRP or CPMM

OSHA safety certification

Job description

Pay Range: $35.00- $41.00

Summary

The Maintenance Tech is responsible for preventive maintenance, repair, modification and start-up/shut-down oversight of commissary related equipment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Uphold a safe working environment in compliance with USDA regulations and corporate safety standards.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and develop effective repair strategies.
• Create and implement preventive maintenance schedules for all equipment.
• Adhere to checklists for inspecting drives, motors, belts, fluid levels, and filters.
• Minimize production downtime.
• Follow all safety policies, including Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures.
• Organize inventory of maintenance supplies, spare parts, and tools.
• Communicate effectively to maintain building safety and GMP compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret manuals, blueprints, and technical procedures.
• Experience with CMMS systems.

Education And Experience

• 2+ years of maintenance experience in a food manufacturing environment
• AAS or similar technical degree preferred
• Certifications like CMRP or CPMM preferred.
• OSHA safety certification or other relevant training.

Physical Requirements

• Bending Frequent 3-5 Hours
• Grasping/Finger Movement & Dexterity- Left/Right Hands Constant 5-8 Hours
• Lifting Frequent 3-5 Hours up to 50lbs
• Lifting Constant 5-8 Hours up to 25lbs
• Pivoting Frequent 3-5 Hours
• Pushing/Pulling Constant 5-8 Hours up to 25lbs
• Pushing/Pulling Frequent 3-5 Hours up to 50lbs
• Squatting/Kneeling Frequent 3-5 Hours
• Standing Constant 5-8 Hours
• Twisting Frequent 3-5 Hours
• Walking Frequent 3-5 Hours

Equipment Used

Our Company does not discriminate against individuals on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, affection or sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, liability for military service, status as a veteran, gender identity or expression, genetic information, pregnancy, and any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Should your hours and availability better fit the needs of another store or desired shift, we may consider your application for another location or shift.