Maintenance Associate in Lexington

Job Description Who is Wilson Farm?

Wilson Farm has been in operation at its present location since 1884. Our customers shop with us for our highly regarded bakery; our grocery selections; our fresh, locally grown produce; our range of delicious prepared foods from our kitchen; our beautiful flowers and plants (many grown on premises); and our courteous and helpful staff. We employ customer-driven individuals that are dedicated to enhancing our warm and inviting farm‑fresh shopping experience.

Wilson Farm is looking for a full‑time Maintenance Associate who will be responsible for ensuring the cleanliness and orderliness of the facilities, as well as inspecting and repairing broken machines and defective equipment to avoid delays in the operations. The starting rate for this position is $20/hour but depending on experience, it could be more.

• Performing routine building maintenance duties, including painting, minor electrical repairs, plumbing, carpentry and heating and ventilation systems maintenance as instructed by the Maintenance Manager
• Conducting regular inspections of the facilities to detect, identify and resolve problems
• Ensuring that company premises and facilities are kept in clean and hygienic condition
• Completing administrative duties, such as filling out forms and reporting maintenance statuses to Maintenance Manager
• Monitoring inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment and reporting needs to the Maintenance Manager
• Responding to emergency calls for maintenance and repairs
• Diagnosing and troubleshooting issues
• Maintaining safety of facility by following all safety standards, procedures and guidelines

• Full-time (50+ hours/week), in-person work at Lexington location
• Will be a mix of weekdays, weekend, and holiday days
• Holiday periods may require more hours and flexibility in schedule to meet business needs

• Experience in maintenance role
• Solid understanding of technical aspects of plumbing, carpentry, electrical and mechanical systems etc.
• Working knowledge of facilities machines and equipment
• Possession of valid state driver’s license
• Strong verbal and analytical skills with the ability to interact effectively with all levels of employees and management
• Flexibility and adaptability as the job changes
• Ability to work in a team and follow instructions from supervisors

• This position requires frequent standing, walking, climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling; ability to bend, stand and walk for long periods of time
• Ability to lift, pull/push up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather

• Competitive wages commensurate with experience.
• Health and Dental insurance with generous premium contribution by Wilson Farm
• 401 (k) plan with employer match
• 25% employee discount
• Friendly, customer‑driven environment

Wilson Farm, Inc. is an E/O/E.