Maintenance Technician - Commissary

Northeast Grocery; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Price Chopper is seeking a Maintenance Tech to oversee preventive maintenance, repair, and start-up/shut-down of commissary equipment in our NY facilities. You will diagnose equipment issues, implement maintenance schedules, and ensure GMP compliance across operations.

The role requires hands-on experience in mechanical, electrical, HVAC, and related systems, with CMMS proficiency and a technical degree preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with industrial maintenance in a food manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read manuals, blueprints, and technical procedures.
• Experience with CMMS software.

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.
• 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 & Refrigeration

CMMS

Education

AAS or technical degree

Certifications preferred

OSHA training

Tools

CMMS

Job description

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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.
• 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

Lifting Frequent 3-5 Hours up to 50lbs

Lifting Constant 5-8 Hours up to 25lbs

Pushing/Pulling Constant 5-8 Hours up to 25lbs

Pushing/Pulling Frequent 3-5 Hours up to 50lbs

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.