Maintenance Technician I - Facilities & Equipment

Merchants Distributors, LLC; Hickory (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Merchants Distributors, LLC in Hickory, NC seeks a Maintenance Technician to manage maintenance, upkeep, and contracts for MDI Management properties. Certification to operate equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks may be required or pursued.

Following safety guidelines, you will use hand and power tools, perform groundskeeping, support the SQF program, and assist senior technicians on facility projects. Training will be provided as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED.
• 0–1 year related experience or training.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Must be able to bend, twist, and lift to 70 lbs.
• Able to pass lifting test.

Responsibilities

• Maintenance, up-keep, and contracts for MDI Management properties.
• Certified to operate equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks (certification possible).
• Follow safety principles and PPE requirements.
• Paint structures and perform groundskeeping; use hand and power tools.
• Fill in for Battery Changers when needed.
• Assist higher level technicians with SQF program support.
• Assist on projects related to facility maintenance.
• Attend and complete trainings as assigned by management.
• May perform other tasks as assigned by supervision.

Skills

Driver's license

Equipment operation

Lift up to 70 lbs

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Pallet jack operation

Hand/power tools

Scissor lifts

Job description

Merchants Distributors, LLC in Hickory, NC seeks a Maintenance Technician to manage maintenance, upkeep, and contracts for MDI Management properties. Certification to operate equipment like forklifts and pallet jacks may be required or pursued.

Following safety guidelines, you will use hand and power tools, perform groundskeeping, support the SQF program, and assist senior technicians on facility projects. Training will be provided as needed.