Facilities Maintenance Technician

Facilities Maintenance Technician (Columbus OH; Springfield-VAP)

Title: Facilities Maintenance Technician
Business

Title:

Maintenance Certified Master Technician
Salary Range: $23.37 - $37.00 Hourly
Status: Non Exempt
Days/

Shifts:

Various Shift Available
Location: Springfield, OH
Reports to: Facilities Manager

The Maintenance Certified Master Technician performs tasks to maintain, install, and troubleshoot food processing equipment, motors, starters, and building infrastructure (overhead doors/docks, HVAC, pallet wrappers). This position supports the production process by reducing equipment downtime through accurate and effective troubleshooting and timely repairs.

• Ensure the integrity and continued operation of the food safety system amid organizational or personnel changes.
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and operate chlorine and ammonia systems.
• Tig weld stainless steel in a sanitary environment.
• Adhere to policies, practices, and SOPs related to SQF and GMP.
• Repair/finish drywall and paint.
• Install 460 V motors, starters, and disconnects.
• Install and troubleshoot control circuits, panels, and program PLCs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on docks and doors.
• Understand 1000 CFM air compressor systems, including air dryers.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Minimum of 8–10 years of maintenance experience.
• HVAC experience for diagnosis and repair.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret operation instructions, installation manuals, and SDS.
• Excellent electrical skills including VFDs, control circuits, and reading schematics.
• Decision‑making, attendance, following directions, teamwork, and constructive criticism acceptance.

• Safety sensitive; must pass independent drug screening.
• Mobility to work in typical shop, mechanical room, or maintenance setting; operate trade equipment, hand & power tools, standard office equipment, and drive a motor vehicle.
• Ability to stand, walk, climb, and work in confined or awkward spaces for extended periods.
• Maneuver equipment; work in cold environment; lift up to 50 lb; operate in 35 °F on plant floor.

• Respond to emergencies after hours.
• Drive short distances to pick up supplies.
• Work flexible hours.

• Trade School Certificate;
  Associate’s/Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• High School Diploma or GED required.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.