Facilities Equipment Technician

The purpose of this position is to support our retail stores by performing repairs and preventative maintenance on production equipment in the Bakery, Produce, Meat departments, Deli, and common areas.

• Responsible for evaluating and making repairs on Retail equipment
• Responsible for providing support to our New stores, Remodels and PAD Programs for our company
• Responsible for housekeeping, which includes vehicle inventory and cleaning, credit card statements and other paperwork associated with this position.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or its equivalent
• Three years’ experience in using mechanical/electrical troubleshooting and diagnosis of food preparation equipment.
• Must be at least 20 years old and have a valid driver’s license
• Must have and be able to maintain an excellent driving record
• Must have or obtain Natural/Propane Gas certifications within 180 days of hire
• Ability to work flexible hours, nights, weekends, holidays, and extended periods of time
• Willingness to be on call 24/7 when an emergency arises
• Willingness to travel to stores throughout the retail division, including nights, weekend, Holidays, overnight stays and extended periods of time as required.
• Basic knowledge in Lock-out/Tag-out procedures
• Basic knowledge in Food Safety
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair all equipment being serviced. This includes Electrical, Plumbing, Brazing, Mechanical,
  Natural and Propane Gas
• Ability to communicate both verbally and in written or electronic format
• Ability to manage time effectively
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Computer skills (Outlook, Excel)
• Good human relation skills (the ability to work well with others and be a team member)
• Show enthusiasm, initiative and pride in work and a
• Commitment to Publix and our Mission.

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in electrical motor control repairs from an Industrial Mechanical Trade School
• Six or more years’ experience with mechanical/electrical troubleshooting and diagnosis
• Knowledge of CMMS computer program

Benefits

• Employee stock ownership plan that contributes Publix stock to associates each year at no cost
• An opportunity to purchase additional shares of our privately-held stock
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Group health, dental and vision plans
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free hot lunches (buffet-style) at facilities with a cafeteria

Additional Information

Please be sure to monitor your email, including your spam folder, daily for communications you may receive during the recruiting and selection process for this position. Please do not use your Publix email address when applying.
Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive a confirmation email.

• This position covers Southwest Atlanta in the following counties, Coweta and Fayette, applicant must reside within this area.
• Extensive travel required during training
• Must supply own hand tools