Operations - Facility Maintenance/Electrician 1
- Stein's Garden & Home
- Milwaukee, Wisconsin
- Full Time
Position: Facility Maintenance/Electrician- Entry Level
Reports to: Store Operations
Location: Milwaukee, WI
Type: Non-Exempt
Summary: Facility Maintenance Technician - 1 is responsible for assisting the team with ongoing preventative maintenance and repair work of facility mechanicals, electrical and other systems to ensure the efficient operation and maintenance of all Stein facilities, providing a safe, clean and welcoming environment for our customers and associates.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs.
- Perform routine maintenance activities, including but not limited to: electrical, IT cable and device installation, carpentry, welding, masonry, plumbing, HVAC, roof maintenance and all other facility related activities under the supervision and direction of higher-level technicians and the Director of Operations.
- Assist in evaluating jobs to be completed, if work exceeds skill level, recommend to the Director of Operations alternative solution.
- Complete and execute tasks and work orders efficiently, accurately and timely.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned maintenance areas.
- Proactively communicate verbally and/or written any maintenance issues or potential hazards to the Director of Operations promptly.
- Ensure all maintenance tools and equipment are properly stored and in good working condition.
- Follow and comply with all safety protocols, work rules, trainings and regulations, to include providing guidance and enforcement of safety procedures and practices.
- Gain knowledge to understand and appropriately use OSHA lock out/tag out requirements and other applicable requirements.
- Contribute and assist with new store set-up and store refreshes of all Stein locations when needed.
- Complete other special projects as assigned.
Employment Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Prior experience in maintenance or a similar role is preferred, but not required.
- Basic knowledge of maintenance tools and equipment.
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Ability to learn quickly and take advantage of available resources.
- Good verbal/written communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, safety minded, resourceful, with the ability to work independently and with a team.
- Must possess the ability to interact professionally with many levels in and out of the organization in order to become a trusted resource within the organization.
- Valid and MVR acceptable driver’s license, including insurable, with the ability to drive to all Stein locations for assigned projects with a flexible schedule to meet the demands. Some limited overnight travel may be necessary.
- Must be forklift and scissor lift certified within 3 months of employment.
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the associate is frequently required to sit and stand; reach with hands and arms; walk and talk or hear. The associate is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The associate must frequently lift and/or move up to 3 pounds and occasionally lift, push, pull and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.