Maintenance Technician, Food Plant

Job Description

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means improving how people eat, funding grants for school gardens, providing access to fresh and healthy food to people living within food deserts, alleviating poverty in developing countries, and so much more. Working with us means you are making a difference within your community and beyond. We aren't just a grocery store : we're world-changers. And with your help, we will continue to set the standards of excellence and revolutionize the grocery industry.

The Maintenance Technician reports to the Maintenance Technician Associate Team Leader (ATL) and is responsible for repairs, adjustments, and ongoing maintenance at the metro food production facility.

Responsibilities :

• Assist with implementing preventive maintenance schedules and checklists for all equipment.
• Routinely walk the facility and note areas in need of repair or updating in the maintenance log.
• Assist with diagnosing equipment malfunctions and determining appropriate repair strategies.
• Assist with inventory management of maintenance supplies, spare parts, and tools.
• Maintain a log of equipment routine maintenance and ensure appropriate vendor scheduling as needed.
• Ensure all work is performed promptly without disrupting the normal course of business for facility Team Members.
• Adherence to all safety policies for equipment when maintaining or cleaning including Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO).
• Communicate and maintain building safety and security standards and follow all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) guidelines.
• Use common hand and power tools such as screwdrivers, saws, drills, wrenches, and hammers, as well as specialized equipment and electronic testing devices.
• Communicate and maintain Team Member safety and security standards.
• Maintain comprehensive knowledge of, and ensure compliance with, relevant regulatory rules and standards, including Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), US Department of Agriculture (USDA), State Department of Agriculture, Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP), Food Safety and Modernization Act (FSMA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Department of Labor, Health and Sanitation guidelines, Food and Drug Administration (FDA), and Weights and Measures.
• Attend all applicable equipment and certification trainings.
• Foster a positive work environment of outstanding teamwork and mutual respect.

Qualifications :

Physical Requirements / Working Conditions :

90 degrees Fahrenheit.

At Whole Foods Market, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.

The wage range for this position is $24.50-$41.00 Hourly, commensurate with experience. Whole Foods Market offers "Whole Benefits". Whole Benefits may include health insurance, retirement plan benefits, eligibility for a store discount, paid time off and access to other benefit programs. Eligibility for Whole Benefits is determined under the terms of the applicable Whole Benefits plan at a person’s date of hire. For additional information, visit our Whole Foods Market Careers site :

At Whole Foods Market, we provide a fair and equal employment opportunity for all Team Members and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, age, marital status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristic. Whole Foods Market hires and promotes individuals solely based on qualifications for the position to be filled and business needs.

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