Facilities Maintenance Technician
Location: US, TX, Houston
Department: Warehouse
Employment type: Full-time
Required education: High School or equivalent
Industry: Warehousing
Function: Other
Description: General Summary:Reports to the Warehouse SupervisorThe Facilities Maintenance Technician will be the first line of defense for repairs for the GHRA Warehouse and Distribution Center. Mitigate major repairs and reduce cost.  Ensure proper compliance with all State, County and all municipal life safety rules and regulations. Primary Responsibility:Under light supervision, performs routine general maintenance and repair throughout the warehouse. Maintenance areas include electricity, plumbing, mechanical equipment, lighting, refrigeration, irrigation, landscaping and carpentry. Essential Functions:Performs basic repair and adjustment of refrigeration system, doors, dock boards, pallet racks, sweepers, sprinkler systems, forklifts, pallet trucks, and electrical work in accordance with OSHA standardsCleans changes and lubricates bearings, gears and other machinery partsMaintain tools and machinery in good condition and use tools and equipment carefully as instructedMaintain batteries and chargers in working order in accordance with OSHA standardConducts test of safety equipment (exit signs, fire extinguishers, sprinkler systems, etc.) to ensure OSHA and operational standardsMaintains accurate preventive maintenance recordsStewardship of company assetsFollow attendance policy, show up for work on time and ready to work assigned shiftAssist answering security alarm calls as neededKeeps work area clean and performs housekeeping duties as requiredPerforms other job assignments as required
Requirements: Experience and Skills:Experience:1-3 years maintenance mechanic experienceKnowledge of general warehouse practicesStrong communication skillsAbility to work with hands in mechanically oriented situationsAbility to follow verbal and written instructions, as well as interpret pencil sketches and diagramsMust be able to work flexible shifts if required, including on-callTools and Technology:Knowledge of various types of equipment in maintenance tradesMicrosoft knowledge preferredForklift certificationValid Texas Drivers LicenseEducational Requirements:Basic mechanical knowledge and aptitude requiredMathematical and documentation skills necessaryHigh School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)Candidates with RETA courses preferredHAZMAT trained candidates are preferred. However, as a condition of employment, successful candidates will be required to be trained in HAZMAT, obtain and maintain a certificateMust have basic level knowledge of OSHA PSM ProgramPhysical Requirements:The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.While performing the essential functions of this job, the associate is frequently required to sit; hear and talk: use close vision; use hands to grasp, handle and feel objects; type and manipulate controls. Employee is occasionally required to use distance vision, stand, kneel or crouch and lift or move up to 150 lbs.; climb up to 60 feet, pull up to 20 lbs.
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