Building Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Location

Granite City, Illinois

Benefits & Compensation Overview

Medical

Dental

Vision

Prescription

401K

Pay

$32.71 an hour.

• Opportunity to earn $35.70 per hour after completing training step up card

• Anticipated training time 3-4 months

Work Schedule

 3-2-2 night shift. 6:00pm - 6:30am.

Job Overview:

PREREQUISITES

     *  Individual must have knowledge/experience in mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.

     * Must be able to perform troubleshooting and maintenance on Utility & Facility Equipment. 

     * Must have excellent troubleshooting ability and read electrical diagrams and schematics.

     * Must have the ability to work in a team environment to help solve multiple problems.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Must possess basic knowledge of Boiler Operation, Steam Systems, Chilled Water, Compressed Air, Vacuum, Electrical Power Distribution, Natural Gas, Fire Sprinkler Systems, City Water, and HVAC/R.

• Troubleshoot and perform preventative maintenance (PM) on equipment.  Make necessary repairs and adjustments in order to minimize downtime and maximize equipment efficiency.

• Utilize test equipment such as amp meter, fluke, and other test equipment. Check electrical circuits, machine operations and process instrumentation.

• Analyze equipment to improve efficiency, safety and quality.

• Complete maintenance service request and perform routine preventative maintenance tasks as assigned.

• Follow-up on current status of equipment modifications and work orders.

• Provide innovative solutions to help resolve on-going breakdowns.

• Monitor equipment status and participate in equipment overhauls.

• Maintain legible, neat and accurate records, documentation, reports, etc.

• Operate a computer to get email and to input time spent on work orders.

• Meet with vendors and contractors as necessary to assure continued efficiency & maintenance of equipment.

• Upgrade skills as required due to improvements or changes in technology.

• Insure good communication between different shifts.

• Must be able to learn how to operate a forklift, scissors lift, and boom lift.

• Comply with all Safety and Quality requirements while performing your job

• Perform other duties as assigned or required.

SKILLS REQUIRED

• 2yr degree in HVAC, Mechanical Systems, Facilities Technology, or Building Maintenance from an accredited institution preferred.

• 2-3 years previous maintenance experience or equivalent technical training.

• Read and understand operating manuals. 

• Ability to interpret and analyze electrical diagrams or schematics.

• Ability to safely and effectively work on plant facilities and equipment.

• Able to work well within a team environment and with all associates.

• Planning/organizational skills and strong verbal communication skills.

• Understanding of requirement and importance of documentation.

• Understanding and knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing.

• Not be afraid of heights as some equipment and lighting are up in the air.

• Able to climb ladders or stairs while carrying a tool belt and test meters.

• Able to work off shifts, holiday, weekend, and overtime as necessary.

• Able to lift 50 lbs.

Safety responsibility:

• Actively participate in team safety efforts to achieve/exceed plant goals.

• Involvement and supportive of safety processes.

• Required to perform all duties safely and use discretion to prevent injuries to self and/or others.

Quality responsibility:

• Ensure the quality of our product and our workplace by following all procedures and guidelines.

• Comply with all established GMPs HACCP guidelines, housekeeping responsibilities and KHMS operating procedures.

• Can describe what KHMS is and why we use it and how it applies to your role.

Benefits: Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family’s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.

Wellbeing: We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.

You’ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:

• Physical - Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments

• Social - Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Recognition, Training

• Emotional – Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs

• Financial – 401k, Life, Accidental Death & Dismemberment, Disability

Location(s)

Granite City Plant

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact [email protected].