Repair Technician

Job Summary

American Seaway Foods, a Giant Eagle warehouse in Bedford, OH, has both a grocery and perishable area. The grocery area is ambient temperature; the perishable area is kept at 36 degrees year-round. This facility is responsible for selecting and distributing products to 157 company store locations.
Hiring for 3rd shift.

REQUIRED: Industrial HVAC/R, Electrical and Plumbing experience.
Must have own tools and valid DL.

Job Description

Warehouse Maintenance Technicians are responsible for repairing all of the equipment within the building and preforming all building maintenance functions. They make sure everything is operating in a safe and efficient manner. In this role, you will maintain, schedule maintenance, and assist in repairing warehouse equipment.

Join our team and experience the benefits of being a part of Giant Eagle. The Maintenance Technician role is pivotal in our success, in this role at American Seaway Foods, you'll enjoy:

• Ongoing Training and Development: We're committed to helping you grow professionally. Take advantage of our ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.
• Career Growth: Develop a fulfilling career, explore advancement opportunities within the same facility or another of our 400+ locations. 
• Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision – we got your covered!
• Retirement Planning: Plan for your long-term financial security with a union pension plan + optional 401K with company match.
• Wellness Programs: Take advantage of our wellness programs, which include access to a free on-site gym, health screenings, and wellness challenges designed to help you maintain a healthy lifestyle.

Job Requirements

• Experience Required: 1 to 3 years
• Experience Desired: Plumbing, Electric, HVAC, mechanical repair; must have own tool set
• Education Desired: High school diploma or equivalent
• Licensing Required: Valid Driver's License
• Lifting Requirement: Up to 100 pounds
• Age Requirement: At least 18 years of age

Job Responsibilities

• Always maintain safety as a top priority.
• Repair and perform preventative maintenance on machinery and mechanical equipment including forklifts, pallet jacks, and cranes.
• Visually inspect and test machinery and powered equipment using electrical, electronic testing equipment and hand tools.
• Listen and observe operation of machines and equipment to detect malfunctions and diagnose problems.
• Install, program and repair automated machinery and equipment.
• Design machine parts, jigs, fixtures and tools and improves existing efficiencies.
• Maintain and repair building and grounds using hand and power tools, hoists and cranes.
• Clean and lubricate shafts, bearings, gears and other machine parts using pressure washer, brushes, grease gun and gear lubricant dispenser.
• Repair and replace gauges, valves, pressure regulators and related equipment.
• Operate cutting torch and welding equipment to cut or join metal parts.
• Assemble, install and maintain pipe system and related hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
• Maintain a safe, clean work area.
• Remodeling and new construction of existing facilities.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, wire schematics and technical manuals.
• Maintain detailed summary sheets of tasks performed regarding preventative maintenance, diagnoses of problems and repairs performed on equipment.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as needed and assigned.

Starting Rate of Pay

$25.50

About Us

At Giant Eagle Inc., we’re more than just food, fuel and convenience. We’re one giant family of diverse and talented Team Members. Our people are the heart and soul of our company. It’s why we strive to create a nurturing environment that offers countless career opportunities to grow. Deep caring and solid family values are what makes us one of the top work places for jobs in the Greater Pittsburgh, Cleveland, Columbus and Indianapolis Areas. From our Warehouses to our GetGo’s, our grocery Stores through our Corporate home office, we are working together to put food on shoppers' tables and smiles on their faces. We’re always searching for the best Team Members to welcome to our family. We invite you to join our Giant Eagle family. Come start a lasting career with us.