Maintenance Mechanic Apprentice Nights - Union

What You Need To Know

Shape a remarkable future with us. Build a career working for an industry leader that truly invests in their people – and equips them with leading technology, continuous learning, and the ability to bring their best selves to work. As the preeminent wine and spirits distributor, Southern Glazer’s isn't just one of Forbes’ Top Private Companies; it's a family-owned business with deep roots dating back to 1933.

Southern Glazer’s is proud of its well-earned positive reputation, continually achieving accolades for our outstanding workplace culture. We take pride in creating a culture where our people are valued, supported, and provided opportunities for growth and belonging.

As a full-time employee, you can choose from a wide-ranging menu of our Top Shelf Benefits, including comprehensive medical and prescription drug coverage, dental and vision plans, tax-saving Flexible Spending Accounts, disability coverage, life insurance plans, and a 401(k) plan. We also offer tuition assistance, a wellness program, parental leave, vacation accrual, paid sick leave, and more.

By joining Southern Glazer’s, you would be part of a team that values excellence, innovation, and community. This is more than just a job – it's an opportunity to build the future of beverage distribution and grow with a company that truly cares about its people.

Southern Glazer’s offers a competitive compensation package with an hourly pay rate of $25-30 / hour. In determining a final offer, the company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills and experience and will make an offer appropriately. 

Overview

The Facilities Mechanic is responsible for overseeing the operation and maintenance of the warehouse equipment as well as general facility maintenance.  This position is responsible to monitor performance and implement programs to improve operational metrics.

Hours: Monday-Friday 8pm-5am

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair electric order pickers, electric reach trucks, and propane forklifts
• Ensure all equipment and systems used in the warehouse including conveyor systems, Automated Storage & Retrieval Systems AS/RS, and facilities perform optimally to meet the company’s nightly production and shipping goals
• Monitor, troubleshoot, and repair efficiently all mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic, electronic, and electrical equipment and devices used in Material Handling Systems and Facilities
• Perform scheduled inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment and systems and update required documentation and repair logs
• Assemble and install equipment, cabinetry, appliances, and furniture
• Repair roofs, ceiling tiles, floors, partitions, windows, doors, plumbing, drywall, and paint
• Maintain parts inventory and order parts as needed
• Attend shop meetings and utilize/maintain personal tools
• Utilize specifications, technical manuals, blueprints, schematics, and ladder diagrams as needed to resolve equipment issues
• Ensure a safe working environment adhering to OSHA regulations, company safety policies, and procedures
• Maintain confidentiality of all SGWS business and comply with all company rules and regulations as outlined in the employee manual
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years experience in a distribution environment with an in-depth knowledge of conveyor systems and facilities equipment
• Forklift certification and heavy equipment operation skills
• Ability to troubleshoot automatic controls and 480 volts 3 phase electrical systems
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, hydraulic equipment and conveyor systems
• Certification in welding, electrical/wiring, HVAC, and experience in construction, fabrication, and carpentry helpful
• Certification in PLC and or equivalent from a trade school, apprenticeship program, or credential as a Journeyman Mechanic or Electrician helpful
• Capable of managing stressful and high-pressure situations as there is an extreme sense of urgency to repair items in an emergency

Physical Demands

• Physical demands include a considerable amount of time walking, bending, reaching, standing, squatting, and stooping
• Additional hours may be required during October, November, and December and other peak periods
• May require working at heights of 8 feet or greater
• May require lifting/lowering, pushing, carrying, or pulling up to 48lbs

This position is deemed a safety-sensitive position.  As such, any person who is given a conditional offer of employment will be required to pass a drug test.

EEO Statement

Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. SGWS complies with all federal, state and local laws concerning consideration of a qualified applicant's arrest and/or criminal conviction records. Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees. Unless otherwise expressly stated, any pay ranges posted here are estimates from outside of Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits and do not reflect Southern Glazer's pay bands or ranges.

If you have any questions or concerns about whether this posting complies/adheres with local pay transparency requirements, please contact the SGWS talent acquisition team at NationalTA@sgws.com