Electrical/Plumbing Technician - Military veterans preferred

SUMMARY

The Electrical/Plumbing Technician position is responsible for maintaining and repairing the physical structures of company owned residential and commercial buildings, ensuring that all work is performed in accordance with company policies and procedures. This role involves preventative maintenance on farm equipment, troubleshooting and repairing various systems, and performing general mechanical work. The technician will also assist other departments as needed and must adhere to safety guidelines and standard operating procedures.

DUTIES 

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on buildings and equipment, including basic electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry.
• Perform general mechanical and carpentry work including installation, fabrication, and repair.
• Maintain and repair plumbing and electrical systems in residential, agricultural, and commercial buildings.
• Perform general troubleshooting, diagnosis, replace or repair parts, and testing.
• Maintain accurate records of repairs completed, parts used, equipment condition, etc.
• Safely operate farm or other equipment on a regular basis.
• Maintain and prepare farm equipment.
• Cleaning buildings and storage units.
• Follow safety rules and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Receive and execute work orders or verbal instructions from the supervisor.
• Report safety issues or concerns to management in a timely manner.
• And all other duties as assigned based on the scope of this position.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• A valid driver's license and a clean driving record with a willingness and ability to obtain a Class B CDL and HAZMAT endorsement within 6 months of being hired.
• Basic mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry skills.
• Ability to use a variety of hand tools and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Ability to sketch, read, and understand technical drawings and layouts.
• Ability to lift and move heavy objects, climb ladders, perform work on roofs, in basements, crawl spaces, or other confined spaces.
• Ability to work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Reliability and timeliness.
• Ability to work well in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Ability to communicate well.
• Ability to build strong relationships and maintain a positive work environment.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to plan and prioritize.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Electrical and/or plumbing certification is a plus but not required.
• Landscaping and agricultural equipment experience are also plus.
• Preference for 2 years of experience in one or both trades

COMPETENCIES

• Action Oriented, Approachability, Decision Quality, Integrity, Trust, and Listening.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.   Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit for long periods; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear.  The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

BENEFITS SUMMARY

Foster Fuels offers a very competitive Medical Benefits package. We offer Anthem Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity. The medical plan consists of 4 plan options with 2 of them free to the employee. All plans cover preventative care and Rx at 100%. In addition, dependent coverage is 100% paid by employee.

Additionally Foster Fuels Offers:

• Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Dependent Care FSA
• $10,000 Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401K match through Fidelity with Foster Fuels matching half of the employee contribution up to 6%.
• Paid Time Off 
• 7 Paid Holidays, Floating Holiday, and Volunteer Time Off Day
• Annual Discretionary Market-Based and Performance Raises
• Annual Discretionary Bonuses
• Paid Parental Leave
• Annual Credit to company swag store depending on position
• Educational Assistance Program
• Employee and Dependent Scholarship Opportunities
• Employee Pricing on Appliances, Service, Propane, and Heating Oil
• Foster Gives Program 
• Referral Bonuses
• Driver Benefits – Including emergency pay, pump-load pay, annual safety bonus, and home daily
• CDL Sign-On Bonus

Foster Fuels is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on actual or perceived race, creed, color, religion, alienage or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability or handicap, sex, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy and childbirth (or related conditions), or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.