Facility Specialist

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Job area:
Facility

Division:
Solutions

The Facility Specialist, Maintenance Associate is responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient condition of the facility and equipment. Will perform maintenance and complete simple repairs in the areas of plumbing, carpentry, painting, mechanical, electrical, or custodial. The General Warehouse Associate will be required to perform other job assignments as assigned.

• Responsible for maintaining the condition of the building and equipment. Will perform general maintenance and complete simple repairs in the areas of plumbing, carpentry, painting, mechanical, electrical, or custodial. May be required to assist other departments in the operation. Will rely on instructions and pre-established procedures to perform daily job tasks.
• Preventative Maintenance responsibilities include but not limited to executing and maintaining preventative maintenance systems for the building and equipment. Will perform routine and long-term preventative maintenance on building and equipment systems to keep them at optimum operating levels. Collaborate with site management on routine inspections including but not limited to material handling equipment, heating, and cooling systems, mechanical and electrical, and plumbing.
• Facility Maintenance and Repair responsibilities include but not limited to inspecting, maintaining, and repairing the building and equipment. Will ensure the daily operation of all building and material handling equipment. Responsible for the upkeep of equipment and reporting any building or equipment problems.
• Safety responsibilities include but not limited to identifying, reporting, and correcting any safety hazards. Will ensure a safe work site when conducting repairs or maintenance.
• Will assist in identifying the source of problems as they arise and make recommendations for resolution. Inspect, diagnose, and make emergency repairs to all equipment and furnishings within the facility. Use judgment and discretion in determining the methods and priorities of work assignments and repairs.
• To perform assigned duties, the equipment used can include but are not limited to sit-down, stand-up, reach truck, sweeper scrubber, scissor lift, cherry picker, or pallet jack. Operates common hand or power tools. Will adhere to the Basic Safety Forklift Guidelines while operating all equipment in a safe and efficient manner following prescribed work methods. Will maintain an active forklift certification.
• Perform or assist in grounds maintenance as assigned.
• Safety, Housekeeping, and Compliance. (1) Will accomplish all job tasks in a manner that promotes safety; (2) Responsible for organization and cleanliness of warehouse and work area; (3) Will comply with all Standard Operating Procedures, corporate and site specific policies, safety and work rules, and OSHA/MSDS Standards.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.

• Must have a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Must have at least one year of general facilities, systems maintenance, and repair work experience and/or other training; will consider an equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
• Must be able to work in unregulated temperatures within the warehouse during the warmer and colder months can range from mild to moderate.

Basic computer skills

Satisfactory completion of a forklift training program

• Must have basic reading and writing skills.
• Ability to troubleshoot general maintenance and service problems.
• Ability to read and follow manufacturer's instruction manuals.
• Ability to spot problems or potential problems and take initiative to correct them.
• Ability to accomplish tasks in a timely manner.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently or within a group.
• Ability to adapt to change and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Work overtime as dictated by business whether mandatory or voluntary.

• Must have working knowledge about specific methods, practices and tools related to facilities and systems maintenance and repair in areas such as plumbing, HVAC, electrical, carpentry, mechanical systems.
• Prior or current experience using material handling equipment.

Professional Competencies not listed.

Occasionally handling/sitting. Frequently handling/standing. Constantly walking and standing. Ability to lift/carry and push/pull. Reach above shoulder, reach outward, squat, or kneel.

Reach above shoulder, reach outward, squat, or kneel.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or…