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Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits Maintenance Mechanic Apprentice Nights - Union in Syosset, New York
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
Additional Primary Responsibilities
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
Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type 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.