Maintenance Technician Level I

Dot Foods; Bear (DE); On-site; USD 36,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses for performance

Medical benefits

401k & profit-sharing

Job summary

Dot Foods Bear, DE seeks a full-time permanent Maintenance Technician to uphold facility equipment and spaces. The role involves PM and repair work, painting, plumbing, carpentry, and fabricating, with occasional travel for training. Night shifts and extreme temperatures are possible as part of the operation.

You will assist technicians, track work orders, and contribute to safety, quality, and lean initiatives across the site.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Good mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn new skills.
• Computer literacy and strong interpersonal communication are essential.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair the facility, including painting, masonry, carpentry, and plumbing. Perform basic electrical work and assist experienced technicians as directed.
• Perform preventative maintenance.
• Track repairs, labor, time, and parts/materials for work orders.
• Assist other technicians to troubleshoot and repair warehouse and material handling equipment.
• Maintain grounds including irrigation and snow removal.
• Industrial battery watering and maintenance.
• Participate in periodic audits.
• Occasional travel for outside training or meetings.
• Apply lean thinking to identify and eliminate waste in all areas of the position.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Computer literacy

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Address 301 American Blvd, Bear, DE, 19701, US

Compensation $26.00 - $31.00/hour

Schedule Full time

Job Type Permanent

Industry Logistics procurement distribution and supply chain

Description

This position focuses on maintaining the appearance of our facility andkeeping all equipment serviced and in working condition. The work consists of PM and repair work, facility improvement and lot maintenance, as well as painting, plumbing, carpentry, and fabricating. Other duties may be assigned which include assisting in various duties to support the operation of the facility.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Maintain and make repairs to the facility as necessary to include painting, masonry, carpentry, and plumbing. Perform basic electrical work and assist experienced technicians as directed with more complicated work.
• Perform preventative maintenance.
• Track repairs, labor, time, and parts/materials used for work order entry.
• Assist other technicians to troubleshoot and repair all warehouse and material handling equipment as necessary.
• Maintain the grounds including irrigation and snow removal.
• Industrial battery watering and maintenance.
• Participate in periodic internal and external audits.
• Occasional travel for outside training or meetings.
• Applies lean thinking and tools to identify and eliminate waste in all areas of the position.

YOU MUST HAVE

• High school diploma or GED.
• Physically able to access all areas of the facility for installation and repair of equipment and to lift and carry at least 50lbs.
• Sufficient vision and hearing necessary to safely operate powered equipment.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills. Computer literate.
• Good mechanical aptitude and ability/willingness to learn new skills.
• Commitment to perform duties in a safe manner.

YOU MAY ALSO HAVE

• Previous experience maintaining equipment and facilities.
• Familiarity with warehouse equipment.

ROLE SPECIFICS

• Schedule: Night Shift
• Temperature extremes from -10 degrees in the freezer to 100+ outside during the summer.
• Work in situations where human error could result in serious financial loss or personal injury.
• Extensive standing/walking on concrete floors and working at heights.
• Subject to being in an on-call rotation and occasional holiday work.

WHO WE ARE

Dot Foods makes products more accessible and affordable to the food industry. We add efficiency to the supply chain and build strong partnerships with distributors, suppliers, and operators. Our company was created on a foundation of respect and dependability. People who are open to input, ask questions, embrace diversity, and seek innovative solutions thrive here.

WHAT DOT CAN OFFER YOU

As a family-owned and -operated company since 1960, Dot Foods has created a strong family culture. We make everyone feel included and respected. In addition to an inclusive working environment, we will provide you with:

• Competitive compensation package, including bonuses for successful performance
• Extensive benefits including medical, dental, 401k, and profit-sharing

Safety:

This position assumes responsibility for the workplace safety of self and co-workers, and for the safety conditions of the work locations, exercise and promotes safe behaviors and show unyielding support of programs, rules and policies regarding safety.

EOE/AA Employer:

Dot believes all persons are entitled to equal employment opportunities. Dot will not discriminate against its employees or applicants for employment because of sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status or other basic classes protected by applicable federal or state law provided they are qualified for employment or for existing positions.