Senior Maintenance Technician - Plant City, FL

Purpose

The Senior Maintenance Technician assures equipment and building meet regulatory requirements for safe operation. The Senior Maintenance Technician also maintains and repairs machinery and all functions of the building, with special focus on the Anhydrous Ammonia Refrigeration System and Fire System.

Responsibilities

General

Service and repair all warehouse equipment and provide required documentation for each service performed

Complete daily work orders and PM’s scheduled for all rolling equipment

Inspect, maintain, and repair HVAC units, fire systems, and refrigeration systems

Schedule routine building maintenance by performing mechanical, electrical and plumbing repairs, contacting external contractors as needed. Maintaining awareness of contractors on site and safety requirements.

Solicit bids from outside contractors and oversee project and repairs performed by contractors

Perform plumbing, electrical, concrete, and any other carpentry duties necessary for the maintenance of the building

Perform exterior jobs including but not limited to snow removal, lawn mowing/trimming, pruning of shrubs/bushes, strips and landscape improvements as required

Perform preventative maintenance for facilities, fixtures, equipment, and machinery

Adhere to company policies, standards and best practices

Communicate with DC management daily updating management on issues that pertain to the property and equipment

Anhydrous Ammonia Refrigeration System

Monitor, maintain, and repair ammonia refrigeration or processing systems, including compressors, condensers, evaporators, and valves

Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues

Strictly adhere to OSHA, EPA, PSM (Process Safety Management) standards, and hazardous materials protocols

Fire System

Perform routine functional and visual tests on wet/dry pipe sprinkler systems

Diagnose control panel faults, sensor failures, and pressure drops

Maintain up-to-date logs of all test results, system deficiencies, and completed repairs to satisfy regulatory audits. Adhere to guidelines set by NFPA.

About You

High School Diploma or equivalent

3-5 years’ experience in maintenance of industrial equipment and machinery

Ammonia Operator I certification required

Technical certification in industrial maintenance, HVAC, or refrigeration such as CIRO (Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator), CARO (Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator) preferred

Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals

Trained Industrial Equipment Repairperson, including forklift and pallet jack mechanic certification

Must have a working knowledge of electronic, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic concepts as well as knowledge of programmable controllers for mechanical equipment.

Ability to read numbers and understand English

Positive work history including safety and attendance

Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license

Must be able to travel up to 10 days per year

Willingness to work required shift schedules and varying days of the week including holidays and/or weekends as well as being on call in emergency situations

Physical Requirements

Must be able to bend, twist, kneel, squat, turn, reach, pull, push, balance and lift objects up to 85 pounds, in a fast-paced environment for extended period of time

Must be able to transport various objects weighing 20-85 lbs. repeatedly throughout the shift

Must have the ability to stand, walk and move about for extended periods of time

Must be able to climb ladders, work at elevated heights and work in tight spaces

Must be able to stand and balance throughout the shift while operating industrial equipment

Regularly works in warehouse environment with heat and cold, including freezers, coolers and refrigerators in temperatures as low as -15 degrees Fahrenheit

Competencies

Collaborates: Works cooperatively to achieve shared goals

Situational Adaptability: Adapts to change and demonstrates flexibility

Drives Results: Pushes self to achieve goals and results

Communicates Effectively: Delivers clear messages and adapts communication to different situations and people