Maintenance Mechanic Apprentice Nights - Union

Company

Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits

Syosset, NY

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in its people and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the preeminent wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn’t just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it’s a family‑owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

Competitive compensation package with an hourly pay rate of $25‑30 / hour, determined based on education, skills, experience, and an appropriate offer.

Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well‑earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging. As a full‑time employee, you can choose from a wide‑ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax‑saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan.

We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

Monday‑Friday 8pm‑5am

• Maintain and repair electric order pickers, electric reach trucks, and propane forklifts
• Ensure all equipment and systems used in the warehouse including conveyor systems, Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems AS/RS, and facilities perform optimally to meet the company's nightly production and shipping goals
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and repair efficiently all mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic, and electrical equipment and devices used in Material Handling Systems and Facilities
• Perform scheduled inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and systems and update required documentation and repair logs
• Assemble and install equipment, cabinetry, appliances, and furniture
• Repair roofs, ceiling tiles, floors, partitions, windows, doors, plumbing, drywall, and paint
• Maintain parts inventory and order parts as needed
• Attend shop meetings and utilize/maintain personal tools
• Utilize specifications, technical manuals, blueprints, schematics, and ladder diagrams as needed to resolve equipment issues
• Ensure a safe working environment adhering to OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality of all SGWS business and comply with all company rules and regulations as outlined in the employee manual
• Perform other related duties as assigned

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years experience in a distribution environment with an in-depth knowledge of conveyor systems and facilities equipment
• Forklift certification and heavy equipment operation skills
• Ability to troubleshoot automatic controls and 480 volts 3 phase electrical systems
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, hydraulic equipment and conveyor systems
• Certification in welding, electrical/wiring, HVAC, and experience in construction, fabrication, and carpentry helpful
• Certification in PLC and or equivalent from a trade school, apprenticeship program, or credential as a Journeyman Mechanic or Electrician helpful
• Capable of managing stressful and high‑pressure situations as there is an extreme sense of urgency to repair items in an emergency

• Physical demands include a considerable amount of time walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
• Must be able to frequently lift, lower, push, carry, or pull up to 48 pounds
• Must be able to regularly sit and operate machinery such as a forklift, pallet jacks, and battery change stations
• Work may involve repetitive motions, working at varying heights, and exposure to warehouse environmental conditions
• Extended hours, overtime, weekends, and peak‑season schedules may be required

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an affirmative action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to…