Facilities Maintenance Technician

Rhino Foods Inc

Williston, VT

Pay: $25-$28/hr

Description:

**Shift Hours:** 1st Shift Monday - Friday

**Benefits:** Medical, dental, vision, flex spending, 401(k) match up to 4%, wealth sharing and bonuses, 15 days of Combined Time Off per year, 9 paid company holidays, and 1 floating holiday.

**Why you are here:**

As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to be part of something truly special – crafting delicious food that brings joy to people's lives. You'll play a vital role in upholding stringent food safety standards, ensuring top-notch product quality, and collaboratively achieving our goals alongside our dedicated team. Moreover, as a family-owned certified B Corporation, you'll actively engage with our broader community, with a strong focus on enhancing employee satisfaction and fostering community engagement. Join us on our journey not only to create exceptional food but also to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our employees and the communities we serve.

As a Facilities Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining our warehouse facilities and equipment. You will also collaborate with both internal teams and external vendors to identify cost-effective solutions for maintaining our equipment. This position is pivotal in safeguarding the safety, operational efficiency, and cleanliness of our warehouse environment.

**What you’ll accomplish:**

• Execute all planned and reactive facility repairs, utilizing strong troubleshooting and hands-on technical skills, including electrical (basic wiring, outlets), plumbing (fixture repair, leak detection, pipe replacement), HVAC support (filter changes, minor diagnostics, component replacement), carpentry (framing, drywall, painting), and general mechanical maintenance.
• Safely operate maintenance tools and powered equipment, perform root-cause analysis on recurring issues, and complete repairs in compliance with safety, food safety, and facility standards.
• Manage outside vendor relationships to schedule inspections, preventative tasks, emergency repairs, security system upkeep, pest control, and trash/recycling.
• Maintain and audit all aspects of the facility, including doors, loading docks, racking, and general cleanliness.
• Manage inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels are maintained.
• Coordinate and fulfill office requests (furniture moves, event setup/tear down).
• Monitor plowing and shoveling to ensure safe entry.
• Oversee outside property.
• Serve as the Safety Ambassador for the Distribution Center, partnering closely with the Safety Manager and Director to promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all safety standards.
• Actively work in the pallet repair room to support daily operations, ensuring production needs are met.
• Partner with the Logistics Manager and team members to complete daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual tasks.
• Communicate to the department manager the costs associated with maintenance projects and provide information in preparation for maintenance budget planning.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for yourself and your team members.
• Participate in the daily Master Sanitation program.
• Participate in department, team, and company meetings.
• Complete and maintain up-to-date certifications and training as required, including safety protocols, chemical handling, and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs).
• May perform a variety of tasks which directly contribute to Rhino Foods but may not directly relate to the primary duties and responsibilities of the job.
• Flexibility is essential in Rhino’s ability to respond to short-term demands and ensure smooth operations during busy times. You may be involved in voluntary overtime or temporary assignments that result in extended shifts, weekends shifts, work completed on a different shift or at another Rhino location based on business needs.

Requirements:

**What you’ll need to succeed:**

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Technical certification or vocational training in maintenance or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of experience in one or more trades: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and fabrication.
• Experience driving a forklift is preferred.
• Ability to work as a respectful member within a collaborative team.
• Ability to anticipate and solve problems, make decisions, support others under pressure and know when to escalate more complex problems.
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on accuracy.
• Ability to utilize email, Microsoft applications, and other internal software for daily communication between facilities, shifts, and departments.

**Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:**

This position involves working within a production and warehouse environment. This environment includes exposure to variable temperatures, including heat and temperatures as low as 15 degrees Fahrenheit (-20 degrees for Warehouse facility). Requires consta