Apprentice Technician-Level II

What You'll Do :

Under close supervision, performs routine general maintenance and repair throughout the warehouse. Maintenance areas include electricity, plumbing, lift truck, refrigeration, ammonia, and carpentry.

Essential Functions:

* Performs basic repair and adjustment of refrigeration system, doors, dock boards, pallet racks, sweepers, sprinkler systems, forklifts, pallet trucks, and electrical work in accordance with OSHA Standards.

* Cleans, changes, and lubricates bearings, gears, and other machinery parts using rags, brushes, and grease gun.

* Maintain tools and machinery in good condition and use tools and equipment carefully as instructed.

* Maintain batteries and chargers in working order in accordance withy OSHA Standard.

* Conducts test of safety equipment (Exit signs, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, etc.) to ensure OHSA and operational standards.

* Maintains accurate preventive maintenance records.

* Follow attendance policy, show up show up for work on time and ready to work assigned shift.

* Assist answering security alarm calls as needed.

* Keeps work area clean and performs housekeeping duties as required.

* Performs related work and other job assignments as required.

What Experience and Education You Need :

* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred

* Basic mechanical knowledge and aptitude required.

* Candidates with RETA courses preferred. However, as a condition of employment, selected candidates will be required to complete (4) courses during the first 12 months.

* HAZMAT trained candidates are preferred. However, as a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to be trained in HAZMAT, obtain and maintain the certification.

* Must have basic level knowledge of OSHA PSM program

* 1 - 3 years maintenance mechanic experience.

What Could Set You Apart :

* Knowledge of general warehouse practices.

* Strong communication skills.

* Mathematical and documentation skills necessary.

* Ability to work with hands in mechanically oriented situations.

* Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, as well as interpret pencil sketches and diagrams.

* Must be able to work flexible shifts if required, including on-call.

* Must be able to relate to other people beyond giving and receiving instructions: they must get along with co-workers without exhibiting behavioral extremes; perform work activities requiring reasoning, negotiating, instructing, persuading, or speaking with others; and respond appropriately to criticism from a supervisor.

* Knowledge of various types of equipment in maintenance trades.

* ISO knowledge preferred

* Knowledge of Oracle CMMS preferred.

* Microsoft knowledge preferred.

* Forklift certification.

Physical Requirements :

* 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

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).

Americold is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on job-related criteria and without regard to any legally-prohibited classification or status, consistent with applicable law.