Facility Maintenance & Safety Lead

Facility Maintenance & Safety Lead

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7:30 AM – 4:00 PM.

Change(s) in work schedule will be communicated to employees in advance of the change(s) taking place. Overtime is required on an occasional basis, based on organizational needs.

Supervisor: Director of Operations

Status: Full-Time

Classification: Non-Exempt

Supervises: Volunteers as Assigned

Specific Responsibilities:

Warehouse Safety & Training:

  • Lead AIB audit preparation, including corrective actions, facility improvements, documentation, and audit readiness activities.
  • Partner with the Director of Operations to develop and deliver safety training programs and onboarding for Operations team members.
  • Train staff on the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE), safe lifting techniques, material handling procedures, and emergency response protocols.
  • Provide training on the safe operation and basic maintenance of warehouse equipment, including forklifts, stand-up lifts, pallet jacks, balers, and shrink-wrap machines.
  • Coordinate emergency preparedness activities, including fire drills and evacuation procedures.
  • Conduct and document monthly facility safety inspections, identify hazards, and ensure corrective actions are completed.
  • Investigate and report safety incidents, hazards, and near-miss events.
  • Promote a culture of safety and compliance with organizational policies and regulatory requirements.

Cleaning, Pest Control and Food Safety:

  • Maintain facility and grounds cleanliness in compliance with Feeding America, GMP, AIB, and Second Harvest standards.
  • Ensure weekly, monthly, and quarterly cleaning schedules are completed and properly documented.
  • Oversee the facility pest control program, including fly light inspections, log maintenance, and coordination with contracted providers.
  • Ensure warehouse, office, common areas, and restrooms are clean, stocked, and maintained daily.
  • Coordinate grounds maintenance activities, including mowing, trimming, litter removal, weed control, snow removal, and salting of walkways as needed.
  • Coordinate and supervise volunteers assisting with landscaping and grounds maintenance.
  • Maintain temperature logs and related records for freezers, coolers, and other monitored areas.
  • Monitor HVAC, refrigeration, freezer, and cooler systems to ensure proper operation and food safety compliance.

Facility, Equipment and Truck Maintenance:

  • Coordinate preventive maintenance, inspections, repairs, and service activities for fleet vehicles, facility systems, and warehouse equipment.
  • Maintain equipment and vehicle service records and ensure compliance with applicable regulations, insurance requirements, and safety standards.
  • Coordinate transportation of vehicles and drivers for maintenance appointments as needed.
  • Oversee maintenance, inspection, and calibration of warehouse equipment, including forklifts, stand-up lifts, pallet jacks, balers, shrink-wrap machines, and scales.
  • Coordinate testing and maintenance of fire suppression systems and maintain required documentation.
  • Perform general facility maintenance, including painting, minor repairs, and building upkeep.
  • Manage vendor contracts related to HVAC, refrigeration, snow removal, equipment service, and other facility maintenance needs.
  • Monitor facility, equipment, and vehicle conditions and proactively address maintenance needs to minimize downtime and maintain safe operations.

Offsite Storage:

  • Conduct regular visits to the offsite storage facility to monitor operations and promptly address any issues that arise.
  • Coordinate with department staff and drivers to schedule deliveries to and pickups from the offsite storage facility.

General Responsibilities:

  •  Assisting in the warehouse on an as needed basis to support operations including pulling orders assigned and replenishing pick locations.
  • Coordinate with other departments as necessary to ensure efficient operations
  • Uphold the Core Values and mission of Second Harvest at all times.
  • Display courtesy and respect at all times to Second Harvest employees, volunteers, donors, member agencies, and the general public.
  • Maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to Second Harvest.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

 Qualifications:

  •  Valid Driver’s License.
  • High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or technical training in facilities maintenance, industrial maintenance, safety, logistics, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in facility maintenance, warehouse operations, fleet maintenance coordination, safety compliance, or related field.
  • Proficient computer Skills, including MS Outlook, Word and Excel.
  • Experience working in a warehouse, distribution, manufacturing or food storage environment preferred.
  • Experience coordinating vendors, contractors, and maintenance service providers.
  • Experience training employees on workplace safety procedures is preferred.

Education/Training:

  • High School Diploma or GED.
  • SERV Safe Food Safety Certification (will train)
  • CPR/AED & First Aid every two years (will train)
  • USDA Civil Rights Training for Food Distribution (will train)
  • OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Certification, preferred
  • Certified in forklift and stand-up lift.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

This position requires constant standing and/or walking. Frequent bending, lifting, stooping, carrying, and/or reaching is required. This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis. The ability to work in various temperatures with extreme heat or cold periodically is required. At times, this position works outdoors.

Salary Description

$20.50-$24.00 / Hour