What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facilities Technician (Multiple Shifts) position at naturesbakery?
1 position available per shift
1st shift @ 6AM - 2:30PM
2nd shift @ 2PM-10:30PM
3rd Shift @ 10PM - 6:30AM
The Facility Technician primary responsibility will be maintaining, repairing, operating facilities infrastructure including HVC, Ammonia System, Water Heaters. Compressors, Wastewater System, and soft water systems and electrical generators in support of manufacturing operations. You will need to troubleshoot, repair, replace defective parts and restore operations with minimum downtime.
You will also support and maintain manufacturing, production and utility equipment to meet product quality and production schedule requirements. This position is key to ongoing preventive maintenance and management of all infrastructure systems and building equipment including steam boilers, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. Position participates in rotating "On Call" duties for after-hours facilities emergencies and refrigeration operating temperature alarms to ensure product quality.
The facility technician is also a position with leadership responsibilities. Their judgment helps maintain the daily activities and guides others in the department. They assist management with specific tasks including plant security and key control. Their experience allows them to handle assignments with little supervision and assist others to perform their assignments as well.
Required Duties and Responsibilities:
Ammonia Refrigeration
- Perform daily rounds on compressors, condensers, evaporators, and related systems
- Troubleshoot and repair industrial ammonia refrigeration systems
- Support PSM/RMP compliance (OSHA/EPA)
- Respond to ammonia alarms and assist with leak response protocols
Wastewater Treatment
- Operate and maintain wastewater treatment systems
- Conduct water chemistry testing and manage chemical dosing
- Troubleshoot system issues and ensure environmental compliance
HVAC & Utilities
- Maintain and repair HVAC systems (ventilation, A/C, make-up air units)
- Operate hot water systems, and compressed air systems
- Ensure all utility systems operate within safe and efficient parameters
Facility Maintenance
- Perform general facility repairs (mechanical, structural, minor electrical)
- Maintain dock plates, fast track doors, dock equipment, and building systems
- Execute preventive maintenance to minimize downtime
Low Voltage & Controls
- Install and troubleshoot sensors, wiring, and control panels
- Work with three-phase electrical systems and control voltages (480VAC–24VDC)
- Assist with PLC-controlled systems and basic controls troubleshooting
CO₂ & Nitrogen Systems
- Operate and maintain CO₂ and nitrogen supply systems
- Troubleshoot regulators, piping, and gas-related equipment
- Ensure compliance with compressed gas safety standards
What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications
- 2 years of experience in industrial maintenance, utilities, or facilities
- Experience working with industrial electrical systems (480VAC–24VDC)
- Ability to read electrical schematics and technical manuals
- Experience using a CMMS (SAP, RedZone, or similar)
- Ability to work in extreme environments (cold storage, boiler rooms)
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in food manufacturing or regulated environments
- Ammonia refrigeration experience (RETA CARO/CIRO preferred)
- EPA 608 Universal Certification
- Experience with CO₂ and nitrogen systems
- Background in wastewater treatment operations
- Experience with low voltage installation and controls troubleshooting
Work Environment
- Exposure to hot, cold, and wet environments
- Work at heights and in confined spaces as needed
- On-call or off-shift support may be required
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