Maintenance Facilities Technician - Alpha

Joining King's Hawaiian makes you part of our ohana (family). We are a family-owned business for over seventy years, respecting our roots while thinking about our future as we continue to grow and care for our customers and the communities we serve. Ourohana members build an environment of inclusivity as they freely collaborate, pursue learning through curiosity, and explore innovation as critical thinkers. Beyond that, we are also passionate about supporting the long-term health and well-being of our employees and their families. If you're excited to rise with our team, come and join our `ohana!

Reporting to the Facilities Operations and Project Manager , the Maintenance Facilities Technician is responsible for ensuring the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of all facility structures, equipment, and surrounding grounds. This role performs a wide range of skilled maintenance tasks, including building repairs, preventive maintenance, minor electrical and plumbing work, HVAC support, and upkeep of exterior grounds. The technician monitors facility conditions, responds to work order requests, and assists in maintaining a clean, orderly, and compliant work environment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on building systems, including HVAC equipment, lighting, plumbing, and general facility infrastructure.
• Conduct inspections to identify needed repairs, safety hazards, and opportunities for improvement, ensuring timely resolution.
• Maintain the grounds, including landscaping, walkways, parking areas, and exterior building features to keep the property safe and presentable.
• Assist with repairs such as drywall, painting, flooring, doors, hardware, and minor carpentry projects.
• Support facility operations by ensuring equipment rooms, mechanical areas, electrical rooms,and common spaces are clean, organized, and accessible.
• Respond to maintenance work orders and emergencies promptly while communicating status updates to supervisors and management.
• Collaborate with contractors, vendors, and other internal departments as required for repairs, inspections, or project work.
• Follow all safety, regulatory, and company procedures while maintaining accurate documentation of work performed.
• Provide general support for special projects, facility upgrades, and event setup when needed.
• Willingness to work flexible hours and provide shift coverage as needed.
• Promotes safety in the work area by understanding and following safety procedures and reporting all accidents in a timely manner. Ensures that contractors follow all company policies and carries out the safety program.
• Responsible for Quality and Food Safety functions (reporting all quality and food safety concerns/issues to QA) as assigned and outlined in Safe Quality Food (SQF) Program.
• Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of this role.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE)

• Preferred -3+ years of hands-on maintenance experience in a manufacturing environment; food industry
• Strong technical knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and automation systems.
• Experience with CMMS (Somax) systems and preventive maintenance programs.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (JOB SKILLS, ABILITIES, KNOWLEDGE)

• Proficient ability to communicate with clients, internal and external.
• Proficient organizational skills and multi-tasking of projects.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills - ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization.
• Working knowledge of mathematical, statistical, and financial skills and understanding.

Physical Demands

The employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, taste, or smell. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 - 25 pounds, and occasionally more than 50 pounds with assistance from co-worker and/or mechanic devices. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. May require use of equipment in machine shop, small portable equipment, and manual tools. Duties may require occasional operation of a motor vehicle or travel to another state on behalf of the company.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. Occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions. Noise level is usually moderate.

King's Hawaiian is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for our ohana.