General Maintenance Associate at United Natural Foods Inc in Dayville, Connecticut

Job Description:

Join our team and immediately become part of the largest distributor of conventional, natural, organic and specialty products in the United States and Canada. We serve over 43,000 customer locations with 200,000 different products. Our Warehouse associates supply thousands of consumers with better for you food that nourishes families nationwide. Our retailers range from small family owned stores to Wholefoods Markets and everything in between. Are you ready to make an impact on the lives of others and feel good about what you do? Join our growing Distribution team today.

POSITION PURPOSE

The General Maintenance Associate is responsible for general maintenance and repairs of the building and grounds (75% of duties). Ensures that the facility is maintained at a high level, snow removal is performed in a timely manner when needed, and cleanliness and safety standards are upheld. The position may also do light cleaning as requested by management.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to use power tools to perform job tasks safely and with desired results.

• Ability to service basic mechanical devices and functions within the operations.

• Ability to operate alternate facility PIT (scissor lift, sit-down fork, floor scrubber, etc.) safely and within expectations of site leadership.

• Maintain and repair production equipment as needed.

• Monitor equipment and perform troubleshooting for problems and breakdowns.

• Maintain and repair facilities including basic plumbing and electrical systems.

• Maintain grounds, parking lots, and driveways. Clears snow.

• Provide recommendations to repair or replace poorly functioning equipment.

• Efficiently prioritizes repair schedule to ensure an uninterrupted production schedule.

• Conduct regular facilities inspections.

• Assist personnel as needed. Communicate regularly with personnel to ensure that repairs and maintenance needs are met and coordinated with production schedules.

• Keep management informed of areas activities and of significant concerns. Report major concerns or significant problems.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE:

• Basic mechanical knowledge

• Specialized training for blood borne pathogens, as well as hazardous materials.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Experience and training in service contractor based skills necessary to perform general building upkeep.

• 1-2 years general maintenance experience

SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to use power tools

• General repair knowledge

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. UNFI is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive and respectful environment for all. - M/F/Veteran/Disability. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.