Tolman's Meats, based in Grand Rapids, Michigan is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician at our USDA-inspected production facility. Essential job functions include:
● Complete preventive and reactive maintenance on equipment and facility including but not limited to electrical, hardware, and refrigeration.
● Coordinate with contractors for routine or emergency maintenance or repair as needed.
● Work with management for purchasing or replacing tooling, equipment and facility maintenance and repairs.
● Prompt reaction to high temperature alarms from cooling units after standard hours to prevent product loss.
● Work with Production Coordinator and General Manager to arrange downtime for scheduled maintenance.
● Maintain highest level of food safety as possible/practicable during maintenance events.
● Perform duties using OSHA and MIOSHA safety standards.
● Consistent and reliable attendance.
● Other duties as assigned.
Hours of operation: Monday through Friday, 5:30am to 3:00pm.
With a team of less than 50 employees, our production environment encourages employee engagement and participation in the process to ensure every product we make is food safe and meets or exceeds our customers’ expectations. Our Mission is to provide value to our customers by supplying them with superior products and services at a fair price, while also being a contributor in our community.
Our Values are:
● Service the customer above all else
● Encourage teamwork
● Possess integrity, loyalty, trustworthiness
● Treat everyone with respect
● Work hard
The job operates both in an office as well as in a refrigerated food production (45°F) and warehouse setting (35°F). The floor surface is concrete. The noise level is moderate with no vibration. Material movement takes place throughout the facility.
● Punctuality, dependability, and flexibility are critical to this role.
● Willingness to work overtime as needed.
● Takes initiative.
● Demonstrated machine / mechanical troubleshooting and repair required.
● Demonstrated basic understanding of electric circuitry, troubleshooting, and repair preferred, including 480v 3 phase, and 240v. 3 phase systems, and machine controls.
● Demonstrated commercial refrigeration system / HVAC maintenance and troubleshooting highly desired.
● Basic plumbing, faucets, flush valves, and drain cleaning experience.
● Basic sheet metal repair, other basic facilities maintenance duties experience.
● Ability to use multimeter, hand, power, and other construction trade tools.
● Extensive knowledge of the tools, methods and materials used in building maintenance work.
● Excellent interpersonal, leadership, problem-solving and trouble-shooting skills.
● Stable and progressive work history; strong work ethic.
● High school diploma (or equivalent).
● First Aid/AED Certificate (or willing to be trained).
● Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include nights, weekends, weekdays and holidays.
● Have a driver’s license.
● Ability to pass drivers background check, drug screen, operate light to heavy machinery, vehicles, and equipment.
● Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
● Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form, receive and give instructions, and prepare work orders and reports, including via the use of a computer or other device.
● Ability to work respectfully and productively with all staff, maintaining a high degree of professionalism and camaraderie.
● Ability to work under pressure with a high level of patience. Present a calm demeanor.
● Ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics for troubleshooting.
● Ability to accept and learn new processes, technology, or techniques.
● Ability to work independently and direct the work of others.
● Organizational and time management skills.
● The drive to understand the root cause of issues and develop and enhance processes.
● Have reliable transportation.
● Ability to meet physical demands of the position, including use of ladders or lifts.
● Continuous standing and walking for up to 8 hours.
● Continuous use of the upper body (arms, wrists, hands) for up to 8 hours.
● Frequent climbing of steps/ladders.
Tolman's offers competitive base pay, plus bonus and benefits for full-time employees within the first year on the job, including:
1. Employee-paid healthcare and dental premiums cost under $35 per pay period.
2. Retirement matching program
3. Quarterly performance bonuses based on merit
4. Meat discounts
5. Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
Tolman’s Meats reserves the right to consider other legitimate, non-discriminatory factors that are not specifically listed.
We require proof of eligibility to work in the United States.
Tolman’s Meats is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other lawfully-protected status.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
