Facilities Maintenance Technician

Position Summary

General Trading Company is seeking a dependable, hands-on Facilities Maintenance Technician to help maintain our warehouse and office facilities. We're looking for a well-rounded "jack of all trades" who is mechanically inclined, enjoys solving problems, and takes pride in keeping our facility safe, efficient, and well maintained.

This is not a janitorial or mechanic position.

Responsibilities:

• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance throughout the facility. 
• Troubleshoot and complete general repairs including plumbing, basic electrical, carpentry, lighting, doors, locks, drywall, flooring, shelving, and other building components. 
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and emergency repairs. 
• Safely operate hand and power tools. 
• Work closely with the Safety Department to identify, correct, and help prevent unsafe conditions before they become larger issues. 
• Report building deficiencies, safety concerns, and repairs requiring outside contractors. 
• Maintain maintenance logs and complete work orders as needed. 
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment. 
• Follow all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, Lockout/Tagout procedures, and PPE requirements. 
• Assist with facility improvements, renovations, installations, and special projects as needed. 

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of commercial, industrial, or facilities maintenance experience. 
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience performing general building repairs. 
• Working knowledge of plumbing, basic electrical, carpentry, and general maintenance. 
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and determine practical repair solutions. 
• Ability to work independently and prioritize multiple tasks. 
• Strong commitment to workplace safety. 
• Experience in a warehouse or distribution environment is preferred. 
• Leadership or supervisory experience is a plus. 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds. 
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb ladders, and work in confined spaces. 
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. 
• Ability to safely perform physical work throughout the workday.