Building and Grounds Maintenance Technician (Part Time Flex) - Land O'Lakes Inc.

This individual will work closely with maintenance management to correct building and grounds deficiencies, complete minor mechanical and general tasks. Such duties will include mowing, grounds keeping, snow blowing, shoveling, lawn sprinkler maintenance, painting, and tile grout repair. This individual will also perform minor mechanical tasks and repairs such as air leak checks and repairs, steam trap testing and documentation, minor plumbing repairs, and carrier press support. This is an outside and inside job requiring some computer skills and the ability to learn our Catalyst maintenance program.

Let us know when you want to work! Part-time, anytime with a minimum of 16 hours per week and a maximum of 29 hours per week. 4-12 hour blocks spread across normal production hours.

Essential Functions/Job Duties :

• Basic computer skills
• Must be able to operate rider, lawn mowing and snow blowing equipment.
• Painting as assigned.
• Performs fill work and replacement grouting to tiled areas throughout the facility.
• Minor plumbing repairs.
• Air leak checks and minor line repairs
• Steam trap testing and documentation
• A ssisting in HVAC filter changes
• Perform OSHA inspections: Ladders, drains, Boiler Room inspections, etc.
• Other duties as assigned

Location city, state : Melrose, MN

Hours: Flexible Monday through Friday with occasional weekend work or start/end time changes

Wage: $ 27.03

Required Qualifications & Experiences:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 18 years or older
• 6+ months prior industrial maintenance experience, knowledge and/or education
• Basic computer skills
• Ability to read, write, comprehend, follow verbal and written instructions and possess basic mathematical skills
• Possess mechanical aptitude. Some experience with mechanical systems, utilizing product manuals, troubleshooting mechanical breakdowns, and reading mechanical drawings.

Preferred Qualifications & Experiences:

• Prior Building Maintenance experience
• Ensures a safe working environment for self and others while performing assigned tasks
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to effectively work with a variety of people and departments
• Ability to be flexible in work performed and schedule
• Self-reliant and able to accurately work under limited supervision
• Customer focused and able to work in a collaborative team
• Adhere to all standard operating procedures (SOPs)

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be able to work safely and lead safety efforts throughout the facility
• Must be able to learn and utilize a computerized work order system
• Must be able to work in high places
• Must be able to climb ladders, both fixed and portable
• Must be able to operate various powered industrial equipment safely, both electric and propane.
• Strong interpersonal skills and take initiative to accomplish goals and objectives.
• Knowledge and support of plant policies
• Ability to receive and give feedback constructively both verbally and in writing
• Strong attention to detail and ability to establish and maintain a high level of organization and cleanliness
• Moderate troubleshooting and problem solving ability
• Adaptable and flexible to changing situations and demands of the job
• High level of trustworthiness and personal integrity
• Possess and ensure a high level of good housekeeping skills and practices
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements
• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment
• Working across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present

Physical Requirements for production positions regularly include:

• Frequent movement including walking, standing, bending/stooping, turning, twisting, pushing, pulling, raising arms, lifting, climbing and other active movements
• Performing duties while wearing personal protective equipment
• Working across temperature zones that may include cold and/or hot environments for extended periods and may include work in environments where dust is present
• Shift schedules that include days, nights, and weekends, some holidays and periodic overtime

Dairy Foods:

This role is at a Dairy Foods manufacturing facility for Land O'Lakes, creating dairy products that stand for real, simple goodness. We believe there's power in every drop of milk our farmers produce, and by improving production and finding innovative uses for that milk, we add a little good to people's lives.

Applicants must successfully pass a pre-employment (post offer) background check.

About Land O'Lakes, Inc.

Join us and be part of a Fortune 250, farmer- and member-owned cooperative that is reimagining the business of food. We have been named a Top Workplace by Indeed and LinkedIn, and to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list.

We provide a broad portfolio of benefits to keep you and your family at your best. Land O'Lakes is Where Your Future Takes Root.

Land O'Lakes, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) M/F/Vets/Disabled. The company maintains a drug-free workforce, including post-employment substance abuse testing pursuant to a Drug and Alcohol Policy.

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