DC Maintenance Technician - Plant City, FL

Purpose
The Maintenance Technician assures equipment, and building meets regulatory requirements for safe operation. The Maintenance Technician also maintains and repairs machinery and all functions of the building, including refrigeration systems, fire systems, and alarm systems.
Responsibilities

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
Solicit bids from outside contractors and oversee project and repairs performed by contractors
Performs 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 (such as in refrigeration or chemical processing), the technician is also responsible for safely operating, maintaining, and monitoring these specialized hazardous systems
Anhydrous Ammonia Operations: Monitor, maintain, and repair ammonia refrigeration or processing systems, including compressors, condensers, evaporators, and valves
System Troubleshooting: Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic issues across a wide range of industrial equipment
Strictly adhere to OSHA, EPA, and PSM (Process Safety Management) standards,
You will be primarily responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, and repairing our physical plant infrastructure and machinery. Given the nature of our operations, this role requires strict adherence to hazardous materials protocols and direct experience managing anhydrous ammonia equipment.

About You

High School Diploma or equivalent
Ability to read numbers and understand English
Positive work history including safety and attendance
Training as an industrial equipment repairperson at a mechanical training school with certification as a forklift mechanic
Minimum of 2 years of experience in the maintenance of industrial equipment and machinery.

Education & Experience: High school diploma or GED equivalent; technical certification in industrial maintenance, HVAC, or refrigeration preferred. Minimum of 3–5 years of industrial maintenance experience, specifically with anhydrous ammonia systems.

Must have a working knowledge of electronic, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic concepts as well as knowledge of programmable controllers for mechanical equipment.
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
Technical Aptitude: Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and equipment manuals.
CIRO (Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator), CARO (Certified Assistant Refrigeration Operator) is a plus

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 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

Physical Demands: stand or walk for extended periods, and work at elevated heights or in extreme temperature conditions.