Facilities Maintenance Technician (Part-Time)

Mid-Land Meals, Inc

Lafayette, IN

Pay: $20/hr

Shift: Full time

**Facilities Maintenance Technician (Part-Time)**

**Location: Midland Meals, Lafayette, IN**

**Reports to: Executive Director**

**Position Type: Part-Time 20 hrs/week, Non-Exempt**

**Pay Rate: $20/hour**

**Position Summary**

The part-time Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for helping keep Midland Meals' facility, equipment, grounds, and small fleet of delivery vehicles safe, functional, and well maintained. This position performs routine preventive maintenance, basic repairs, troubleshooting, and general upkeep while identifying larger maintenance needs that require outside contractors or specialized service.

Because Midland Meals operates a commercial kitchen, meal production facility, and delivery fleet, this role is important in keeping daily operations running smoothly, preventing equipment and vehicle breakdowns, and minimizing disruptions to meal production and delivery.

**Key Responsibilities**

**Facility Maintenance & Repairs**

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs throughout the building, including basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general facility repairs.
• Regularly inspect the facility for maintenance, safety, or repair needs.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment and building issues and determine when professional service is needed.
• Complete tasks such as replacing lights, repairing fixtures, adjusting doors, and assembling or installing equipment.
• Respond to maintenance requests from staff in a timely manner.

**Kitchen & Equipment Support**

• Assist with routine maintenance and troubleshooting of commercial kitchen and food production equipment.
• Help maintain coolers, ovens, food processing equipment, hot water equipment, conveyors, floor-cleaning equipment, and other operational equipment.
• Coordinate with outside repair companies when specialized service is needed.
• Track equipment repairs, recurring issues, warranties, and service needs.
• Assist with equipment installation and replacement as needed.

**Vehicle Fleet Maintenance & Upkeep**

• Perform routine preventive maintenance and basic upkeep on Midland Meals' small fleet of delivery vehicles.
• Regularly inspect vehicles for maintenance needs, safety concerns, and signs of wear or damage.
• Check and maintain fluid levels, tire pressure, windshield wipers, lights, batteries, and other basic vehicle components.
• Perform minor vehicle maintenance and repairs within the employee's training and abilities.
• Monitor vehicle mileage and maintain schedules for oil changes, tire rotations, inspections, and other recommended services.
• Coordinate with outside mechanics and service providers for repairs, inspections, and maintenance that require specialized expertise.
• Maintain accurate records of vehicle maintenance, repairs, inspections, and service history.
• Communicate with delivery staff regarding vehicle concerns and address or report issues promptly.
• Help ensure vehicles are clean, properly maintained, and ready for daily delivery operations.
• Notify the Executive Director of significant vehicle repair needs, safety concerns, or recommended replacements.

**Preventive Maintenance**

• Develop and maintain regular preventive maintenance schedules for building systems, kitchen equipment, facility assets, and delivery vehicles.
• Perform routine inspections and maintenance to help prevent breakdowns and unexpected downtime.
• Maintain records of completed maintenance, repairs, inspections, and vendor services.
• Identify recurring maintenance issues and recommend solutions.
• Notify the Executive Director of significant repair needs, equipment concerns, or recommended replacements.

**Building, Grounds & Safety**

• Maintain the exterior of the facility, parking areas, sidewalks, loading areas, and grounds.
• Perform seasonal maintenance such as snow and ice removal, basic landscaping, and other exterior upkeep.
• Help ensure work areas, exits, storage areas, and equipment remain safe and accessible.
• Identify potential safety hazards and address or report them promptly.
• Assist with facility preparations for inspections and correct maintenance-related concerns as needed.

**Vendors, Supplies & Projects**

• Coordinate with maintenance vendors, contractors, mechanics, and service technicians as directed.
• Maintain an appropriate inventory of basic maintenance tools, parts, and supplies.
• Assist with obtaining estimates for repairs, equipment replacement, vehicle maintenance, and facility improvement projects.
• Support larger facility improvement and capital projects as needed.
• Help ensure maintenance projects are completed safely, efficiently, and with minimal disruption to operations.

**Other Responsibilities**

• Work cooperatively with kitchen, warehouse, administrative, and delivery staff to support daily operations.
• Follow all Midland Meals safety, sanitation, and facility procedures.
• Maintain clean and organized maintenance work areas, tools, and supplies.