On-Site Facilities Technician: HVAC & Maintenance

Baldor Specialty Foods; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Baldor Specialty Foods is seeking a Facilities Technician in Philadelphia to maintain, repair, and oversee the Baldor facility, including HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and safety systems. This role requires independent management of daily maintenance tasks and coordination with vendors to keep the site safe and compliant.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years in facilities or industrial maintenance, strong troubleshooting skills, and a proactive approach to preventive maintenance.

Qualifications

• Working knowledge of commercial building maintenance, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration systems.
• Ability to perform general maintenance repairs and troubleshoot building equipment.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, and general maintenance equipment safely.
• Understanding of preventive maintenance procedures and facility inspection requirements.
• Familiarity with workplace safety standards, GMP requirements, and facility compliance practices.
• Ability to independently assess maintenance issues, prioritize work, and determine when specialized contractors are required.
• Strong organizational, communication, problem‑solving, and time‑management skills.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with vendors, contractors, and internal departments.
• Basic computer proficiency for maintenance records, work orders, and communication.
• Ability to work independently while supporting broader operational objectives.
• Ability to respond to emergency maintenance needs outside normal business hours.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs throughout the facility, including warehouse, office, exterior, and common areas.
• Maintain building systems including HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, lighting, electrical components, generators, sprinkler systems, drains, and warehouse doors.
• Perform general building repairs, including carpentry, painting, hardware replacement, minor plumbing, and other maintenance activities within qualifications.
• Inspect building conditions and proactively identify maintenance needs, safety hazards, and potential equipment failures.
• Ensure building infrastructure and equipment are maintained in safe and operational condition.
• Respond to facility maintenance requests and resolve routine issues independently.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and routine inspections of facility equipment and building systems.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and refrigeration-related concerns within established qualifications.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify issues that may impact warehouse operations or product integrity.
• Support equipment installations, upgrades, and modifications in coordination with management and qualified contractors.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, inspection records, work orders, and equipment service documentation.
• Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability, reduce downtime, and extend asset life.
• Oversee the general upkeep and appearance of the entire property, including exterior building areas, parking lots, sidewalks, loading docks, and grounds.
• Perform or coordinate seasonal maintenance activities, including landscaping, snow removal, ice management, and weather-related preparations.
• Inspect exterior lighting, drainage systems, fencing, doors, and other property infrastructure.
• Operate authorized maintenance equipment, including lawnmowers, snowplows, and other grounds maintenance equipment.
• Ensure exterior areas remain clean, accessible, and free from unsafe conditions.
• Coordinate with external vendors and contractors for specialized maintenance, inspections, repairs, and facility improvement projects.
• Assist with scheduling and monitoring contractor activities to minimize operational disruptions.
• Verify completion of assigned maintenance work and communicate outstanding concerns to management.
• Maintain records of vendor services, repairs, inspections, and maintenance activities.
• Identify maintenance needs requiring outside technical expertise and elevate recommendations to management.
• Ensure facility maintenance activities comply with company safety policies, GMP, food safety standards, and applicable building and safety regulations.
• Support required inspections and maintenance of fire protection systems, emergency lighting, generators, and other building safety equipment.
• Identify and report unsafe building conditions, equipment concerns, and potential regulatory compliance issues.
• Coordinate corrective actions and repairs to maintain a safe working environment.
• Respond to emergency maintenance needs, including equipment failures, water leaks, power interruptions, and severe weather conditions.
• Remain available for scheduled on‑call coverage during nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Independently prioritize daily maintenance activities based on safety, urgency, and operational impact.
• Partner with Warehouse Operations, Transportation, Food Safety, and management to support facility needs.
• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of maintenance materials, tools, and assigned facility supplies.
• Monitor cleaning and sanitation supply inventory and coordinate replenishment as needed.
• Communicate facility conditions, repair needs, equipment concerns, and improvement recommendations to management.
• Support facility improvement initiatives and special projects as assigned.

Skills

HVAC Systems

Refrigeration

Plumbing

Electrical Systems

Mechanical

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Maintenance Tools

Job description

Baldor Specialty Foods is seeking a Facilities Technician in Philadelphia to maintain, repair, and oversee the Baldor facility, including HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, electrical, and safety systems. This role requires independent management of daily maintenance tasks and coordination with vendors to keep the site safe and compliant.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years in facilities or industrial maintenance, strong troubleshooting skills, and a proactive approach to preventive maintenance.