Facility Maintenance

VPET is searching for a Maintenance that will perform or assist in executions of minor repairs that might include the following:
Carpentry, Plumbing, Interior painting, refurbishing and cleaning of all equipment, on the building, utility or machinery. The Maintenance Worker will assist the lead and other maintenance techs in assigned tasks as needed.

• Inspect all equipment and repair jobs daily.
• Record keeping on repair logs and work orders daily.
• Oversee all assigned work is conducted in a safe and timely manner.
• Repair building systems and utilities as assigned.
• Support offices staff as assigned.
• Change-out of equipment to accommodate new product runs when requested or when necessary.
• Ensure that lock-out/tag-out is utilized when equipment is being repaired or is not functional.
• Maintain parts inventory for emergency repairs.
• Maintain and organize parts inventory and keep the maintenance work area clean.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Mechanical ability i.e., familiarity with tools and machinery.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both verbal/written.
• Must be committed to the success of the entire organization.
• Ability to work overtime and weekends as required.
• Must be self-motivated, with ability to work both independently and in a team with constant changing priorities.
• Forklift experience required. Must provide current proof of certification.

Requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 lbs.
• Must be able to push, pull, twist, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crawl.
• Will require repetitive motions such as reaching and grasping.
• Work environment is in a warehouse and temperatures inside vary between hot or cold based on the outside conditions.
• Working outdoors may be required depending on projects.

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• 1+ year of experience in similar role.
• Basic knowledge of electrical, welding, mechanical and plumbing repair is a plus.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Medical (HMO), dental and vision insurance premium.
• 401k plan, Employer contributes 3%, up to 4%.
• Company offers vacation and sick pay.
• Holiday Pay:
  Eight (8) paid holidays per year.
• Basic Life Insurance Paid (25K policy).

We are an Equal Opportunity/ Aff... other protected characteristics.