Automation Maintenance Technician

Overview

Join the Cold Chain That Feeds the World. For over 120 years, Americold has connected producers, processors, distributors, and retailers to ensure food stays safe, fresh, and accessible. With 240+ facilities across four continents and 14,000+ team members, we’re a global leader in temperature‑controlled logistics. Our mission is to help our customers feed the world – and we’re looking for people who share that purpose.

We value customer service, innovation, and inclusion, and we invest in our people’s growth and well‑being. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in a company that puts people first, Americold is the place for you.

Under close supervision, develop the skill sets and experience to perform routine general maintenance and repair throughout the warehouse. Maintenance includes electricity, plumbing, lift truck, refrigeration, ammonia, and carpentry. This is an entry level position for a highly motivated, hard‑working person with a desire to grow their career in the maintenance field.

• Observes, learns, and assists with basic repairs, adjustment of doors, dock levelers, pallet racks, sweepers, sprinkler systems, forklifts, pallet trucks, and electrical work in accordance with OSHA Standards.
• Attends and participates in all assigned training as directed.
• Cleans, changes, and lubricates bearings, gears, and other machinery parts using rags, brushes, and grease gun.
• Maintains tools, machinery, shop areas and keeps them in clean/operational condition.
• Utilizes tools and equipment carefully as instructed.
• Maintains batteries and chargers in working order in accordance with OSHA Standard.
• Conducts tests of safety equipment (Exit signs, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, etc.) to ensure OHSA and operational standards.
• Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records.
• Assists answering security alarm calls as needed.
• Keeps work area 6S’d (clean, organized, etc.), and performs housekeeping duties as required.
• Performs related work and other job assignments as required.
• Actively learns to use tools and diagnostic equipment to perform basic maintenance functions.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• Basic mechanical knowledge and aptitude required.
• Mathematical and documentation skills necessary.
• Basic computer skills required (email, internet searches, basic data entry, etc.).
• May be expected to participate in HAZMAT responder training.
• Vocational/technical certification and/or training preferred.

• Demonstrate willingness to learn and ability to comprehend the qualifications to move to a Tech 1 position within 2 years.
• Prior maintenance or mechanical experience preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Mathematical and documentation skills necessary.
• Ability to work with hands in mechanically oriented situations.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts, if required, including on call.

• May be required to tolerate working environment with inside controlled temperatures of –15 degrees Fahrenheit and outside ambient temperatures (including heat, cold and precipitation)
• Must tolerate heights up to 35 ft. and be able to access elevated platforms and catwalks
• Must be able to climb ladders and stairs
• Frequently required to stand; walk; push; pull; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel; and crouch
• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
• Must be able to use hand and power tools
• Must be able to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, and/or manipulate parts & tools
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision and depth perception. Either naturally or with the aid of eye glasses
• Able to work nights and weekends
• Able to pass a physical and respiratory exam

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Americold is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and complies with applicable employment laws. EOE/AA M/F/D/V DFW.

At Americold, we believe in taking care of our people. We offer benefits designed to support your health, financial well‑being, and future. Our associates know what’s in it for them – opportunity, purpose and a values‑driven culture. When you join Americold, you become part of a mission to help our customers feed the world. U.S. Only:
Americold offers a range of benefits, including medical/dental/vision insurance, STD/LTD coverage, 401(k) with Company match, FSA, life insurance, EAP, and paid time off, some of which may vary depending on the particular position and whether it is covered by a collective bargaining agreement (CBA).