Maintenance Facilities Lead

Job Description

The Facilities Lead will be responsible for maintaining the facilities HVAC systems, overhead doors, dock locks, and general facility maintenance. The Facilities Lead will serve as backup for the operation of the Wastewater treatment plant, boilers, chillers, air compressors, and fire protection systems. The Associate will need to perform daily rounds and tests to inspect and record data of all facilities and utilities equipment to ensure safe operation.

Primary contact for 3rd party contractors for facilities equipment preventative maintenance and repairs. Ensure all facility and utility regulatory and food safety PM’s are completed on time and deficiencies are corrected in a timely manner.

• Perform routine inspections, maintenance, and repairs on utility systems and equipment. Oversee facilities contractors and perform facilities maintenance as needed.
• Back up for Wastewater treatment operations
• Operate and monitor boilers, pumps, compressors, generators, and related systems
• Maintain water supply and drainage systems.
• Inspect, test, and maintain fire protection systems (fire alarms, sprinklers, standpipes, fire pumps, and extinguishers)
• Assist with HVAC, plumbing, and basic electrical maintenance
• Respond to utility- and fire-system-related emergencies
• Read meters, gauges, and control panels to ensure proper operation
• Keep accurate maintenance records, inspection logs, and compliance documentation
• Follow all safety procedures, fire codes, and regulatory requirements
• Coordinate with contractors, inspectors, and other maintenance staff
• Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in safe working condition.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic knowledge of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection systems
• Ability to read technical manuals, schematics, and safety documentation
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Technical certification or vocational training in utilities, facilities, or fire systems
• Previous experience in utilities, facilities, or building maintenance
• Knowledge of fire codes, life safety systems, and safety regulations
• Experience with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb ladders, work in confined spaces, and perform physical labor
• Ability to work indoors, outdoors, and in varying weather conditions

• Full-time
  - Monday-Friday 7:00A-3:30P
• May require shift work, weekends, holidays, or on-call availability as needed

Analytical Capability, Asset Management, Business Process Application, Commercial Awareness, Continual Improvement Process, Customer-Focused, Environment Management, Financial Essentials, Food Safety and Sanitation, Lean Principles, Maintenance Planning and Execution, Make Principles, Operations Management, Planning, Production Planning and Scheduling, Project Management, Quality Assurance and Control, Quality at Mars, Regulatory Compliance, Reliability Centered Maintenance (RCM), Reliability Engineering, Risk Management, Safety at Mars, Office Systems, Planning and Organizing, Policy and Procedures, Property Management Reporting, Reporting, Verbal Communication

Communicates Effectively, Courage, Drives Results, Ensures Accountability, Manages Complexity, Plans and Aligns, Action Oriented, Communicates Effectively, Ensures Accountability, Manages Complexity, Optimizes Work Processes, Plans and Aligns

Mars is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available per request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.