About this role
Facilities and Grounds Mechanic
Position Overview
The Facilities and Grounds Mechanic is responsible for helping maintain plant buildings, support areas, and exterior grounds in a safe, clean, and reliable condition. This position performs routine repairs, preventive maintenance, and general facility upkeep. During available downtime, the mechanic will cross-train with the refrigeration team to provide backup support within their demonstrated training, qualifications, and authorization.
Primary Responsibilities
• Repair and maintain restroom fixtures and components, including toilets, urinals, sinks, faucets, dispensers, and partitions.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair doors and related hardware, including locks, latches, hinges, closers, handles, and seals.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on cafeteria equipment, including cleaning cooler coils and completing basic equipment inspections.
• Replace HVAC filters and assist with other routine HVAC maintenance activities.
• Complete general building repairs and upkeep, including minor plumbing, painting, caulking, and fixture replacement.
• Maintain plant grounds and exterior areas through cleanup, seasonal maintenance, snow and ice removal, and other assigned tasks.
• Respond promptly to facility work requests and complete assigned work safely and efficiently.
• Accurately document completed repairs, preventive maintenance, materials used, and equipment concerns in the work order system.
• Identify facility or equipment issues and communicate repair needs to the appropriate leader.
• Coordinate with plant departments, contractors, and outside service providers as needed.
• Maintain tools, equipment, parts, and work areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Cross-train with the refrigeration team during downtime and provide backup mechanic support only within established training, qualifications, and authorization.
• Follow all applicable safety, food safety, sanitation, environmental, and maintenance procedures.
• Comply with lockout/tagout requirements, personal protective equipment standards, and other plant safety programs.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support facility and plant operations.
Preferred Qualifications
• Previous experience in facilities maintenance, building maintenance, general maintenance, or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, door hardware, HVAC maintenance, and general repair practices.
• Familiarity with preventive maintenance programs and computerized work order systems.
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, ladders, and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, safety procedures, and equipment manuals.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple work requests in an active manufacturing environment.
• Willingness to learn refrigeration systems and complete required cross-training for backup support.
Physical and Work Environment Requirements
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, climb, reach, and work in various positions throughout the shift.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and pull materials and equipment as required.
• Ability to use ladders and work at varying heights when properly trained and authorized.
• Ability to work both indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Ability to work around operating machinery, production activity, noise, moisture, cleaning chemicals, and refrigerated areas.
• Ability to wear all required personal protective equipment.
• Availability to respond to changing facility needs and assist with seasonal or emergency maintenance when required.
Key Expectations
The Facilities and Grounds Mechanic is expected to:
• Place safety and food safety first in every task.
• Complete work accurately, thoroughly, and on time.
• Communicate facility concerns before they create safety or operational risks.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas.
• Protect company buildings, equipment, tools, and resources.
• Work collaboratively with plant teams and service providers.
• Continue building technical knowledge through hands-on training and cross-functional support.