Warehouse Maintenance Mechanic

feesersfooddistributors; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Feeser's Food Distributors in Harrisburg, PA, is seeking a Warehouse Maintenance Technician to support all maintenance needs of the facility and equipment in our warehouse operations. You will perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems, fix plumbing leaks, repair dock doors, do carpentry tasks, and assist with major site renovations as required.

Candidates should be mechanically inclined with ability to read schematics, electrical knowledge, and basic computer skills; OSHA safety practices

Qualifications

• Minimum 1–3 years of construction or facility maintenance trades experience.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• AC/DC electrical circuitry experience.
• Ability to read blueprints and schematics.
• Physically able to lift up to 100 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems (replace filters, belts, pumps, etc.).
• Make routine plumbing repairs (leaks, toilets, drains).
• Dock door and dock plate maintenance; replace light bulbs and fixtures.
• Perform routine carpentry work (doors, shelving, tiles).
• Grounds and landscape irrigation repairs; grading dirt areas.
• Assist with major site renovations, new construction, and special projects as assigned.
• Review equipment write-ups and prioritize repair tasks.
• Computer literate for email, parts lists, and invoicing.
• Other duties as directed by Warehouse Maintenance Supervisor and senior management.

Skills

Forklift mechanical experience

AC/DC electrical circuitry

Read schematics and diagrams

Office 365 / Windows basics

Job description

DESCRIPTION OF EMPLOYER:Foundedin 1901, Feeser’s, Inc. is a family owned andoperatedfull-line foodservice distributorlocatedin Harrisburg,PAservicing the Mid-Atlantic region.Feeser’s provides an expansive offering of dry, refrigerated, and frozen products to a diverse customer basecomprisedof restaurants, healthcare facilities, educational facilities, and other institutions.

SUMMARY:TheWarehouseMaintenanceTechnicianwill provide hands-on support as needed for all

aspects ofmaintainingthe facility and equipment of the warehouse operations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• TheMaintenanceTechnicianperforms a variety of routine and semiskilled tasks involving general maintenance of Feeser’s facilities, equipment, and grounds. This may include but is not limited to:

• Performing preventive maintenance on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems (example: replacing evaporative cooler pads, belts, pumps, air filters, etc.)

• Making routine plumbing repairs (example:repairing leaks, unpluggingtoiletsand drains, etc.)

• Dock door and dock plate repairs and maintenance; replacing light bulbs and fluorescent lights/ lightfixtures, and making electrical related repairs (example: replacing electrical receptacles, etc.)

• Performing routine carpentry work (example: minor paint jobs, installing doors, door stops, cabinet doors, tile, adjustable shelving, setting forms for concrete, etc.)

• Making minorgroundsand landscape irrigationrepairs;grading dirtareas;and operating trenchers.

• Assistingwith major site renovations, new construction and special projects as assigned orrequired.

• Review equipment write-ups and assign/prioritize repair

• Computer literate for email, parts lists, and invoicing

• Other duties as directed byWarehouse Maintenance Supervisor and senior management.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Mechanically inclined

• Ability to read schematics and parts diagrams

• Experienced in ac/dc electrical circuitry

• Computer experience (Office 365 and windows)preferred

• Understands and follows verbal and written instructions.

• Documentstime and materials used on work order/request forms for assigned tasks completed, challenge vendors as needed for all invoice inconsistencies or discrepancies.

• Inspects work-related conditions todeterminecompliance with prescribed operating and safety standards. Distinguishes colors to repair electrical switches and outlets.

• Detects natural gas leaks, smoke, and pesticides. Operates a truck and other equipment requiring a standard Driver's License to travel to and from work sites.

• Uses equipment and tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, wrenches, drills, saws, trenchers, augers, and other tools commonly used tomaintainfacilities and associated equipment. Installs and replaces filters, belts, and cooler motors to make repairs, and perform preventive maintenance.

• Cleans work area and equipment such as the maintenance shop, work site, and various hand tools.

• Works with cleaning fluids, agents, chemicals, and paints using normal, routine, and protective equipment to complete work andmaintainfacilities and equipment.

• Perform afterhoursemergency call-out repairs, security checks/verifications, and others as assigned.

• Meets scheduling and attendance requirements.

• Comprehends written materials.

• Understands and interprets blueprints and schematic drawings toassistin making plumbing and electrical repairs.

• Learnsandperformsassigned tasks quickly and correctly through on-the-job training and educational opportunities.

• Learnssafety regulations and practices safety precautions per industry and OSHA guidelines.

• Knowledge of the use and care of commonly used equipment andtools;and basic and semiskilled facility maintenance repair tasks.

• Establish andmaintaineffective working relationships with fellow employees.

• Deal courteously with customers, vendors, and the public.

• Read and interpret blueprints, and other work diagrams with theassistanceofskilledtradesman as needed.

• Negotiating skills

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Forklift mechanical experience (Minimum1-3 years)

• Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to (1-3years minimum) construction or facility maintenance trades experience.

• Experienced inAC/DCelectrical circuitry

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Moving self indifferent positionstoaccomplishtasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces.

• Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift equipment up to 100 pounds.

• Remainingin a stationary position, oftenstandingor sitting for prolonged periods.

• Moving aboutto accomplishtasks or moving from one worksite to another.

• Mustpossessvisual acuity, i.e., close, distance, and color vision, depthperceptionand the ability to adjust.

• Repeating motions that may include the wrists,handsand/or fingers.

• Operating machinery and/or power tools / Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.

• NoisyEnvironments/Hazardousconditions / Poor Ventilation

• Mustpossessvisual acuity, i.e., close, distance, and color vision, depthperceptionand the ability to adjust.

• Ability to work in temperature varied environments for extended periods of time, ranging from -10 degrees F to 90 degrees F, and handle the demands of the departments.

• Ability to perform manual labor indoors or outdoors in temperature extremes for extended periods of time.

Feeser's Food Distributors is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.